Day in Chengdu

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Intro

Just spent a day walking around in Chengdu, looking at some tourist attractions, some of the sopping districts, and some of the general city areas. The whole day was on foot to try and get a real feel for the place, and was quite rewarding, while tiring. Chengdu is a big place!

Tianfu Square

Tianfu Square is located right in the middle of Chengdu. It is a large open space with gardens, flags, statues and police, rimmed by a skyscraper skyline topped with construction cranes. The area is peaceful and relaxed in the otherwise busy city centre, despite hundreds of tourists. A large statue of Chairman Mao overlooks teh square, apparently one of the best examples in China.

Renmin Park

Renmin Park was a real breath of fresh air in a busy city. The park area is serene and tranquil. A place to wander and soak in Chinese culture, enjoy some green tea, and get you ears cleaned while getting massaged (no joke). A friendly guy came started talking to me here (pretty common to practice english apparently). After getting over a bit of suspiciousness we wandered around the park together, and enjoyed some dumplings, and tea in the fantastic tea house by the lake.

I passed on the ear cleaning though.......

Chunxi Road Pedestrian District

This area is close to my hotel, and a great place to wander around and observe serious shopping in action. Good place for street food, and getting a jacket to protect e against the unexpected cold!

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Photos

Chairman Mao
Chairman Mao overlooking Tianfu Square

Security in the Square
There is a very secure feeling in the square.

Skyline around the square
Skyscraper skyline with construction cranes in action.

Stream in Renmin Park
A nice stream flowing through Renmin Park

Martial Arts in Renmin Park
Practicing martial arts in Renmin Park

Chunxi Pedestrian District
Pleasant pedestrian shopping district