Chengdu
About Chengdu
Capital of Sichuan province, famous for pandas and spicy food
Population
16,580,000
Area
14312 km²
Timezone
UTC+8
Language
Mandarin, Sichuanese
Best Time to Visit
Top Attractions
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
World's leading research and breeding center for giant pandas
Location: Northern Chengdu
Best time to visit: Morning
Ticket price: 58 CNY
Opening hours: 7:30-18:00
Estimated visit time: 3-4 hours
Wuhou Shrine
Temple dedicated to Zhuge Liang, famous military strategist
Location: City Center
Best time to visit: Morning
Ticket price: 50 CNY
Opening hours: 8:00-18:00
Estimated visit time: 2-3 hours
Jinli Street
Ancient street with traditional architecture and local snacks
Location: City Center
Best time to visit: Evening
Ticket price: Free
Opening hours: 24/7
Estimated visit time: 2-3 hours
Local Cuisine
Sichuan Hot Pot
Spicy broth with various meats and vegetables
Recommended Restaurants:
- Haidilao
- Shu Daxia
- Xiaolongkan
Mapo Tofu
Spicy tofu dish with minced meat
Recommended Restaurants:
- Chen Mapo Tofu
- Chen Mapo Tofu (Qingyang Branch)
Shopping
Chunxi Road
Modern shopping street with international brands
Kuanzhai Alley
Traditional shopping area with local crafts
Culture & Festivals
Festivals
Sichuan International Panda Festival
September
Celebration of giant pandas and conservation
Chengdu International Food Festival
October
Showcase of Sichuan cuisine
Local Customs
- Tea house culture
- Mahjong playing
- Slow-paced lifestyle
Accommodation
Budget
100-300 CNY
Recommended Areas:
- City Center
- Near Chunxi Road
Mid-Range
300-700 CNY
Recommended Areas:
- Tianfu Square
- Jinjiang District
Luxury
700+ CNY
Recommended Areas:
- High-tech Zone
- Tianfu New District
Safety Information
Overall Rating: Safe
Safety Tips:
- Beware of pickpockets in crowded areas
- Use licensed taxis
- Keep valuables secure
Useful Phrases
Hello
你好
Nǐ hǎo
Thank you
谢谢
Xièxiè
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