Famed as "Land of Abundance" since ancient times, the center of science and technology, commerce, trade and finance as well as leading hub of transportation and communications in Southwest China.

      Chengdu was founded during the time of the Qin in the 3rd century BC, before the Qin's union of China in 221 BC. Already at that time it was considered to be important enough to be given the name Chengdu, which could be translated as "Perfect City" or "Becoming Capital". Its location on a fertile but dry plain led the Qin to establish the world's first large-scale irrigation system, based on the diversion of the Min River. Still in operation today, this irrigation system is said to support the world's densest agrarian population.

     Long history have created its profound culture. Many famous poets and artists had lived in this city. ‘Thatched cottage’, where an well known poet in Tang dynasty, Du Fu once lived, is still kept well in the city as one of most popular tourist attractions though one millennium have passed. Another famous place you should not miss is the ‘martial marquis temple’ in memory of ‘Zhu geliang’, the premier of Shu Dynasty in ‘Three Kingdom Period’ about two thousand year ago, who is respected for his wisdom, loyalty as well as integrity.
    When you feel tired after visiting all day, just sit down, ordering a cup of ‘Gaiwan’ tea, listening a episode of ‘Sichuan’ opera, watching ‘Shifting mask’ play, an perfect relaxing. all these are unique custom or art owned by Chengdu.

      Chengdu's cuisine, ’chuan dish’, has been described as one of most outstanding Chinese dish. Its cooking style emphasizes combination of ‘color、smell、taste and shape’. Some is just like an art. Moreover, there are many local specialties, such as Grandma Chen's Bean Curd ( Chen MapoDofu) with minced meat, chilli oil ,wild pepper sauce, Husband and Wife Beef Slices... Beyond these, hotpot in Chengdu is very famous too. In a word, this is a heaven of delicious food for visitors.