Chengdu Travel Guide
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History of Chengdu
Archaeological discoveries at the Sanxingdui and Jinsha sites have established that the area surrounding Chengdu was inhabited over four thousand years ago. At the time of China's Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, it represented a separate ancient bronze-wield ...
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Customs of Chengdu
Most visitors to Chengdu find the social customs relaxed and the locals friendly and tolerant. Make a good impression during your Chengdu tour by greeting people you meet for the first time with direct eye contact, a firm handshake, and a warm smile. Show re ...
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Holidays & Festivals in Chengdu
Planning a trip to Chengdu? Timing your visit with local festivals can make your experience unforgettable. However, be aware that China's national public holidays often mean crowded attractions, closed banks and post offices, and significantly higher hotel p ...
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Climate & Weather of Chengdu
Chengdu has a monsoon-influenced humid subtropical climate and is largely mild and humid. It has four distinct seasons, with moderate rainfall concentrated mainly in the warmer months, and relieved from both sweltering summers and freezing winters. The Qin M ...
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Transportation in Chengdu
Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, is a major transportation hub in Southwest China. Whether you're arriving by air, rail, or long-distance bus, or planning to move around the city efficiently, this guide covers everything you need to know. Getting in ...
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Language of Chengdu
Mandarin Chinese and Sichuanese are the most commonly spoken languages in Chengdu. The native language in Chengdu is Sichuanese, otherwise referred as Sichuan dialect. More precisely, "Chengdu Dialect" is widely used in lieu of "Sichuanese" due to the largel ...
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Tipping in Chengdu
Make your Chengdu holiday a pleasant experience by remembering that most Chengdu people view tipping as more than just an optional sign of appreciation. In much of the service industry wages are relatively low, with the expectation that gratuity will supplem ...
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Cuisine & Food in Chengdu
If you’re visiting Chengdu for the food, congratulations—you’ve chosen wisely. This is not just a city where you eat; it’s a city you experience with every sense. As a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Chengdu’s food is a thrilling, complex, and deeply satisfy ...