The entirety of Chengdu Eastern Music Park was lit up by thousands of lights on January 5th at 20:00. According to someone working at the park, 40,000 lights have been installed, but only half of them were lit at that time. The lighting system inside the ... Read More>>
On the evening of December 10th, the dark Chengdu Eastern Music Park was illumined by 40 candles that were casted in abandoned chimneys. The lit candles, claiming to be the tallest in the world (100 m!), marked the beginning of the Chengdu Dongqu New ... Read More>>
Air China announced that they will begin provided Internet access on the Boeing 747-800 aircraft for the Chengdu-Beijing flight route. The service will provide Air China passengers with in-flight access to the Internet, real-time email, instant messaging, ... Read More>>
From January to August, passenger throughput of Chengdu Shuangliu Airport reached 19.1704 million and cargo throughput reached 298,500 tons, making Chengdu the fourth most frequented aviation hub in China. The top three are Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. ... Read More>>
The Chengdu Aquarium announced that it was closing November 1st. For those who’ve already booked tickets, it will still admit some group tours. As for the fate of the aquarium, sources have divulged that it is currently waiting for new owners to take ... Read More>>
A total of 450 remote cameras were installed and activated in Chengdu on October 12th. They are mainly used to catch various violations of traffic laws, including running through red lights, speeding, improperly using the special lanes etc. See also: Big ... Read More>>
China’s only music theme park, Chengdu Dongqu Music Park, officially opened to the public on September 29th. The park features an arts performances and exhibitions area, music training, a music themed shop, bars and entertainment, and hotels. See ... Read More>>
Chengdu’s first IMAX theatre made its debut at Jiahua Movie City on September 24th. “2D” movie tickets cost 100-120 RMB, while “3D” movie tickets cost 130-150 RMB. See also: Listings – Cinema & Stage Read More>>
Beijing Railway Administration announced a new train operation plan would be carried out from midnight, August 28th, according to which fast trains are set to replace bullet trains from Beijing to Chengdu and Chongqing, and several bullet trains will be ... Read More>>
Located next to western China's largest rail hub, Chengdu's East Railway Station, the largest bus station in Chengdu, is expected to open by August 31st. According to the plan, the long-distance bus station will connect to other long-distance and coach bus ... Read More>>
According to the Green Road Office of Chengdu Project Construction Committee, the construction of the 410 km Green road (成都绿道) was recently completed, reaching almost every tourist attraction in Chengdu; 65 km of the road is still under construction; ... Read More>>
According to Chinese traffic law, it is illegal for bikes, electric bikes, and other non-motorized vehicles turning left at an intersection to head down the wrong side of the street against oncoming traffic. Those caught doing so will now be fined 5-30 RMB. ... Read More>>
Harry Potterand his wizardly bag of tricks are finally coming to Chengdu. Screenings of Harry Potter and Death Hallows Part 2 will begin with midnight shows on August 4th at theatres throughout Chengdu. Check local listings for locations and show times. See ... Read More>>
On August 1st, eight eye-catching policewomen carried out their “daily patrol” on roller-skates at Tianfu Square in Chengdu. See also: Huoguo Fever: Chengdu’s Best Places to Eat Hotpot Read More>>
Starting from June 1st, China’s first modernized entomological museum, Chengdu Huaxi Entomic Museum, opens to the public for free. The museum’s collection contains specimens of all types of butterflies and rare insects found in Sichuan, as well ... Read More>>
On June 3rd, the first Apple store in Chengdu will be unveiled inside the Suning Tianfu Overpass Chain Store. According to reports, the new shop will hold a series of promotional activities during its opening period. See also: TV bans, Art Sex, and ... Read More>>
On May 8th, Chengdu East Railway Station, which had been under construction for 2 years, was put in service. Eight trains now run from Chengdu to Changsha, Guilin North, Guangzhou and Wuhan, with tickets already on sale. Due to the geographical importance ... Read More>>
The results of a public voting event entitled “Chengdu Top Ten Sites · New Top Ten Sites” were announced on the evening of April 17th. Chengdu’s top 10 sites include: Wuhou Memorial Temple, Mount Qingcheng, the Dujiangyan Irrigation ... Read More>>
According to reports, a second branch of Wangfujing Department Store, located at Tianfu Huicheng Square, will open at the end of December this year. Read More>>
The 25th China Chengdu International Peach Blossom Festival will open on March 18th in Longquanyi District. During the event, visitors will not only have the chance to sample delicious fresh peaches, but will also be able enjoy a number of other fun ... Read More>>
According to reports, construction of the Chengdu-Lanzhou Railway line will begin on February 26th and is expected to be finished in six years. When completed, it will only take four hours from Chengdu to Lanzhou and two hours from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou ... Read More>>
.this_tab td{ padding-left:3px;} On February 17th, the new methods for obtaining discounts to Mt.Qingcheng - Dujiang Weir Scenic Area were announced. Depending on how far in advance one purchases tickets to the site, tourists can make savings of up to 90% ... Read More>>
A Rechargeable monthly subway pass went on sale officially on January 9 at Chengdu subway stations. The pass keeps track of every time a passenger rides the subway and deducts one ride from the card. Such monthly subway passes cost 90 Yuan, including a ... Read More>>
In the afternoon of January 10th, the Chengdu railway station began pre-selling tickets for the19th of this month which is the starting day of the Spring Festival transportation. Many passengers buy tickets ahead of time and railway tickets recently are not ... Read More>>