Beautiful ChengDu 成都 …

ChengDu is the provincial capital of SiChuan, in south west China.

The film includes the Panda Research Center, ChengDu city center, JinLi historical district, Happy Valley and more ...

[640],shadow=true,start=,stop=

Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in southwest China, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, spicy cuisine, and relaxed lifestyle. Here's a guide for tourists visiting Chengdu:

Cultural and Historical Attractions:
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding: One of the most popular attractions in Chengdu, this conservation center allows visitors to observe giant pandas in a semi-natural habitat.

Jinli Ancient Street: Located next to Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street is a bustling pedestrian street lined with traditional Sichuan-style buildings, shops, teahouses, and street food stalls.

Wuhou Shrine: Dedicated to Zhuge Liang, a famous military strategist of the Three Kingdoms period, and Liu Bei, the emperor of the Shu Kingdom, Wuhou Shrine is a historic complex with beautiful gardens and ancient architecture.

Du Fu Thatched Cottage: This museum and park commemorates the Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu and features reconstructions of his former residence and gardens.

Culinary Delights:
Sichuan Cuisine: Chengdu is renowned for its spicy and flavorful Sichuan cuisine. Don't miss the opportunity to try local specialties like mapo tofu, hot pot, and dandan noodles.

Hot Pot: Chengdu's hot pot is famous nationwide. Enjoy a communal dining experience where you cook various meats, vegetables, and other ingredients in a bubbling pot of spicy broth.

Natural Beauty:
Mount Qingcheng: Located about an hour's drive from Chengdu, Mount Qingcheng is one of the birthplaces of Taoism and offers picturesque hiking trails, ancient temples, and serene scenery.

Jiuzhaigou Valley: While it's a bit further from Chengdu (requiring a flight or long bus ride), Jiuzhaigou Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning turquoise lakes, waterfalls, and colorful forests.

Modern Attractions:
Chengdu Research Base of Tianfu Giant Panda Breeding: In addition to the Giant Panda Breeding Base, this newer facility focuses on breeding and research for giant pandas and other endangered species.

Sichuan Opera: Experience traditional Sichuan opera performances featuring colorful costumes, face-changing (bian lian) techniques, acrobatics, and puppet shows.

Practical Tips:
Transportation: Chengdu has an efficient public transportation system, including a subway and buses. Taxis and ride-hailing services like DiDi are also readily available.

Weather: Chengdu has a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. It's advisable to check the weather forecast before your trip and pack accordingly.

Language: While Mandarin is the official language, the local dialect in Chengdu is Sichuanese. English may not be widely spoken outside of tourist areas, so consider learning a few basic phrases or carrying a translation app.

Chengdu offers a blend of cultural heritage, culinary delights, and natural beauty, making it an enticing destination for travelers seeking an authentic Chinese experience. Whether you're exploring historic sites, savoring spicy cuisine, or marveling at the region's natural wonders, Chengdu is sure to leave a lasting impression.

SiChuan map

Related Videos

 

Featured Videos

Sky Mirror Tea Card salt lake 天空之镜 茶卡盐湖, QingHai
Including a great song ...
Impression LiuSanJie 印象刘三杰, YangShuo
A wonderful performance just 2 kilometers along the Li River from YangShuo. The show incorporates local traditions, and around 600 performers combine with the beautiful setting to poetically elucidate the harmony of people and nature.
Flying over China 中国 …
A bird's eye view of HuangShan Mountain, the Great Wall of China, YangShuo, GuangXi province, and Hong Kong. Beautiful !
Something different – Pink Floyd – part of their last concert (Gilmour, Waters, Mason, Wright )
Featuring the timeless and heart-wrenching Wish You Were Here and Comfortably Numb (wow - don't miss this) ... Dark Side of the Moon (1973) - begins, and ends, with the pulse of a heart (this acclaimed album is like one awesome track). When you have a free hour, listen all the way through to what many regard as the greatest music album ever created. Features Time and Great Gig in the Sky (wow) ... So much time lost, chasing this and that; and then it's all over, before we really began.
On the West’s mainstream media’s incessant anti-China propaganda
Anyone who has visited China immediately knows that they have been lied to. With FridayEveryday ... Bonus film - on the best 'democracy' that money can buy (the people don't matter) - with Ben Norton ... On human rights, with Daniel Dumbrill ... With Fernando Munoz Bernal ... With Harvey in China ... With Aiden Qiu ...
SuZhou Creek, ShangHai
With Tim Chambers ... By boat : By e-bike / bicycle :
Confucius – wisdom that is ageless
Tomatoes and sauerkraut
With ErMi ChuiYan ...
Meng WanZhou (HuaWei) free at last
With Cyrus Jannsen ... With Lee Barrett ... Bonus film, with RT America ...

Tag search ?