About Chengdu

Why Chengdu?

Chengdu, hailed as the "Land of Abundance", is a captivating metropolis where 2300-year-old cultural heritage harmonizes with cutting-edge modernity. Nestled in the fertile Chengdu Plain, this UNESCO City of Gastronomy enchants visitors with mist-shrouded mountains framing skyscrapers, where pandas munch bamboo beneath snow-capped peaks are visible from downtown.

Unique Cultural Experience

Chengdu is known as the World Capital of Gastronomy, with Sichuan cuisine being its most famous representative. The city boasts a rich food culture. At the same time, Chengdu residents value quality of life, and the city is home to many teahouses and parks, showcasing its leisurely lifestyle. Furthermore, Chengdu is a historic cultural city, home to many historical sites, such as the Wuhou Shrine and Du Fu's Thatched Cottage. In addition to these, Sanxingdui is another significant site. Dating back about 3,000 years, it is a representative of the ancient Shu civilization. Its unique bronze figures and sun-shaped artifacts demonstrate highly developed craftsmanship and mysterious beliefs. It is acclaimed as the "Ninth Wonder of the World" and serves as a key window to explore early East Asian civilizations. Notably, Chengdu is also famous for its giant panda base. The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is the largest panda conservation organization in the world, and attendees have the opportunity to get close to these adorable animals.

Convenient Entry and Transportation

Visa-free policy
Since December 17th. 2024, China has eased its visa-free policy for entering the country, allowing eligible visitors to enter China for 240 hours (i.e., ten days).

People from 54 Countries listed below are eligible for Visa Free Entry to China.
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, Russia, United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Albania, Belarus, Norway, United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, United Arab Emirates, Qatar

Flight Information
Chengdu has two international airports, Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, with a developed air network and routes covering many countries and regions worldwide. This provides convenient transportation for international attendees, making it easy to reach Chengdu from Europe, America, or other parts of Asia.

Natural Beauty

The natural scenery around Chengdu is beautiful. Jiuzhaigou is renowned for its unique mountain and water landscape and rich biodiversity, earning it the titles of "Fairyland" and "Heaven on Earth." Dujiangyan is an outstanding example of ancient water conservancy engineering, demonstrating the wisdom of the ancient people. Mount Qingcheng attracts many visitors with its tranquil mountain forests and deep Taoist culture.

Food and Cuisine

Chengdu's gastronomic prowess is undeniable. It is the first-ever city to be certified as the City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2010 and Michelin is set to add Chengdu as its fourth city guide in mainland China. The city is known for the spicy and pungent Sichuan-style cuisine. Many flock to the capital city of Sichuan for the tongue-numbing spicy hotpots, kung pao chicken and now famous mapo tofu. Not into spice? Two other must-haves include smoked duck with sweet, crispy skin and savory meat, and tofa -- a silky and sweet tofu pudding with various toppings.