Chengdu

The capital of China’s Sichuan province, Chengdu is an ancient city whose history dates back to the 4th century BCE. Today, Chengdu is a modern metropolis known for being the home of China’s Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. The center is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions, as it allows visitors to view pandas in naturalistic settings. The Chengdu Panda Base was founded in 1987 to help prevent the giant panda from becoming extinct. The center is today responsible for the births of nearly 180 giant pandas.

Chengdu is known for its efforts at promoting green living and quality of life for its residents. It is also one of China’s most economically robust cities, with an emphasis on technological research and development.

The city also known for its cuisine, which focuses on spicy peppercorns and hot chilies. Chengdu’s tea culture is one of China’s oldest, dating back more than 1,000 years. The city is home to hundreds of teahouses, which are frequented by people of all ages and economic backgrounds.

Flights to Chengdu are available via Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).

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