Chengdu Attractions

 
Chengdu lies in an important rice and wheat-growing region in the center of the province of Sichuan.

Chengdu was the capital of the Shu (Zhou) kingdom which was conquered by the Qin in 316 BC. Under the Qin and Han dynasty (221 BC to AD 220) it advanced to become the political, economic and cultural center of southwest China. Even at that time the breeding of silkworms and weaving of brocade were already highly developed industries.

One of China's oldest and most respected state schools was founded here. In the period of the Three Kingdoms (220-280) Chengdu, by now the capital of the state of Shu Han, saw the art of brocade weaving flourish as never before.

Read More Du Fu's Cottage

Du Fu's Cottage was once the home of the famous poet from the Tang Dynasty. The cottage is a reproduction of the original from the 8th C.

Read More Manjushri Temple

Manjushri Temple was built in 1691 and comprises five temples. Of particular note are the 100 bronze sculptures from the Qing era.

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Read More Temple of Prince Wu

One of the key attractions at the Temple of Prince Wu is a gilded clay statue of Zhuge Liang.

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Chengdu Surroundings

Read More Dujiangyan Irrigation System

The Dujiangyan Irrigation System is an engineering accomplishment from 250 BC, which was designed to prevent flooding on the Minjian river. It has been successful right up to modern times.

Read More Mount Emeishan

The highest peak of Mount Emeishan stands at almost 3100 m. A number of old temples are located on the mountain, some of which can be seen on the trails leading to the higher elevations.

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Read More Monastery of Precious Light

The Monastery of Precious Light may date from the Han era and contains twenty buildings. A highlight is the 13 story Sarira Pagoda.

Read More Mount Qingchengshan

Mount Qingchengshan is spread out over 37 peaks and is a major Taoist pilgrimage site.

Read More Jiuzhaigou Valley (Valley of the Nine Villages)

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Trails, bridges, and steps near the bottom of Emeishan.Mount Emeishan, Chengdu
Jiuzhaigou nature reserve.Jiuzhaigou Valley / Valley of the Nine Villages, Chengdu
Backpacker and porters walking the steps on Emeishan.Mount Emeishan, Chengdu
Ferry dock for boats traveling past the Grand Buddha carved into the cliff face at Leshan.Great Buddha of Leshan, Leshan
Fall colors in Jiuzhaigou.Jiuzhaigou Valley / Valley of the Nine Villages, Chengdu
Panda sitting in a zoo in Chengdu.Chengdu
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