China Regional Guide

Chengdu, Chongqing, Jiuzhaigou & Yunnan (Dali/Lijiang) — Best in Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov · Gateway: Chengdu Tianfu (TFU) / Shuangliu (CTU) & Chongqing Jiangbei (CKG)

Chengdu, Chongqing, Jiuzhaigou & Yunnan (Dali/Lijiang) (成都、重庆、九寨沟与云南) is famed for Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Leshan Giant Buddha, Jiuzhaigou Turquoise Lakes, Chongqing Cyberpunk Monorail & Yunnan Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Signature regional specialties include Sichuan Mala Hotpot, Mapo Tofu, Dan Dan Noodles, Kung Pao Chicken & Gaiwan Jasmine Tea. Primary transit hub: Chengdu Tianfu (TFU) / Shuangliu (CTU) & Chongqing Jiangbei (CKG).

Regional Highlights

  • Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
  • Leshan Giant Buddha
  • Jiuzhaigou Turquoise Lakes
  • Chongqing Cyberpunk Monorail
  • Yunnan Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Getting Around Chengdu, Chongqing, Jiuzhaigou & Yunnan (Dali/Lijiang)

Connected via China Railway (12306) Fuxing 350 km/h High-Speed G-Trains (Your Physical Passport IS Your E-Ticket at the Manual/Passport Lane!) and regional express corridors; local transit accepts Alipay & WeChat Pay Foreign Card Setup.