Urban Nature
Whether you’re taking a stroll through the parks or visiting the remarkable inhabitants of the Panda Research Base, you’ll marvel at how Chengdu has preserved its natural wonders.
Chengdu is, despite its sizable population of 14.5 million, not one of China’s best-known destinations. Nonetheless, with its magnificent temples and monuments, its bustling teahouses, its wide stretches of greenery, and, of course, its famous Panda Research Base, this city boasts all of the distinctive charms that have, over the centuries, made travellers fall in love with China.
And for a limited time, cheap flights to Chengdu are now available; seize your chance to visit this overlooked beauty today! Chengdu is home to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), located only about 20 minutes drive from the city.
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Whether you’re taking a stroll through the parks or visiting the remarkable inhabitants of the Panda Research Base, you’ll marvel at how Chengdu has preserved its natural wonders.
Chengdu’s love for the simple pleasure of a warm cup of tea has given rise to an extensive array of charming teahouses where one might sample the local brews.
Chengdu’s many eateries provide the perfect environment in which to sample some of the famously spicy traditional local dishes.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | People’s Republic of China |
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Currency | Yuan |
Language | Mandarin |
Hub Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport |
Airline | Air China |
Time Zone | GMT +8 |
Travel Adaptor | Type I |
Rainfall is relatively persistent in the region of Chengdu around the year, and temperatures are known, at times, to drop quite drastically. As a result, the most popular times to swing by among tourists have generally been between March and early June, and October and November, since these times of year generally boast the most measured balance between temperature and rainfall. They’re the best times to swing by if you’d like to have the most opportunities to fully wander the streets and enjoy the parks, but you’ll have to be ready to deal with heavier crowds. By contrast, the months of late June to September generally boast the highest rainfall, while December to February is marked by temperatures that often drop below 10˚C. They’re the best time to come if you want to avoid the bigger tourist crowds, but be sure to pack the right gear.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 3°C | 5°C | 8°C | 13°C | 17°C | 21°C | 22°C | 22°C | 19°C | 15°C | 10°C | 5°C |
High °C | 9°C | 11°C | 16°C | 22°C | 26°C | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 26°C | 21°C | 16°C | 11°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 8 | 12 | 20 | 44 | 79 | 107 | 225 | 201 | 119 | 35 | 16 | 5 |
Though not one of the most widely recognised names among China’s stopovers, Chengdu, capital of the Sichuan province, boasts a great number of distinct local wonders, waiting to be discovered by any traveller willing to wander just a bit off the beaten path. Expansive parks and gorgeous temples offer remarkable sightseeing, and local restaurants offer spicy local delights. There’s also a keen local enthusiasm for teahouses, with countless establishments offering you the chance to relax with a sample of the local hot beverage.
But perhaps the city is most famous for its Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. This remarkable facility is dedicated to researching ways in which to conserve these remarkable, but sadly endangered creatures; and visitors are granted an invaluable opportunity to observe them.
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