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It is the capital of Sichuan Province and the political, cultural, and economic center of Southwest China.
It is also one of the 15 sub-provincial cities (cities that are given significant autonomy) in China.
With its abundance of products and favorable climate, it has long been called the “Land of Tenpu.

History

The city was established in 611 B.C. and has continued to develop since the “Qin” period.
It flourished as the capital of “Shu” during the Three Kingdoms period, and its economy has developed remarkably, especially since the “Tang” and “Song” dynasties.
It is a politically stable city, and the name and location of the city have not changed since its establishment.

Culture & Tourism

Chengdu is world famous as the “City of the Three Kingdoms,” the “City of Gastronomy,” and the “Home of Pandas.
　City of the Three Kingdoms” ・・・・・ is steeped in the culture of the Three Kingdoms period and has many historical tourist attractions.
　City of Gastronomy”・・・・・・・ Sichuan cuisine, including mapo doufu, is world-famous.
　Home of the Panda”: Pandas are China’s national treasure and live only in the bamboo forests of the Sichuan Basin. The Panda Breeding Center is also located in Sichuan.

Click here for recommended Sichuan cuisine sites (outside of Japan).

Modernizing Chengdu

With half of the world’s TOP 500 companies’ markets located in Chengdu, the city is modernizing at a breakneck pace in China.