Chengdu is a city full of romantic and traditional elements, and it is also the best inheritor of Bashu culture. It is not unreasonable to be known as the land of abundance. Chengdu people are very fastidious about life, and only when the material conditions are rich can they be polite and entertaining, which breeds a rich cultural life. Chengdu has an excellent geographical location and four distinct seasons, which is very suitable for traveling. Prepare
1 before departure, ID card, passport (for going abroad) and driver's license (required for self-driving). If two people live in a room, they need ID cards for two people. At the same time, they need ID cards for taking high-speed trains, planes and going to scenic spots. You must take them with you when traveling.
2, mobile phone, charger (important), charging treasure (important), a small amount of cash and bank cards, the mobile phone has no electricity comparable to the end of the world, so take the charging treasure.
3, according to the local climate, bring enough clothes, shoes, sunglasses (for forced use), headscarves, preferably sports shoes, to make walking and climbing comfortable.
4, towels, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, facial tissues, wet tissues, skin care products, cosmetics, combs, sunscreen, small bottles of laundry detergent and other daily necessities. Some can be purchased locally.
5. Take some personal medical articles (band-aid, essential oil) to prevent accidental injury.
6. It is still necessary to buy a travel accident insurance, which is one-off for a few days, abundant online and not expensive. Huanhuaxi Park
"Two orioles are singing green willows, and a row of egrets are flying into the sky. The window contains the autumn snow in Xiling, and the Dongwu Wan Li boat is moored at the door. Du Fu's "Jueju" which is recited through the ages must be familiar to everyone. It is the place of Huanhuaxi written in the poem, so he followed the footsteps of the great poet Du Fu and came to Huanhuaxi Park. When I came, it rained heavily. Taking shelter from the rain under the pavilion and watching the ripples of rain on the lake brought coolness to this hot summer. I didn't feel lonely without an umbrella, but I felt somewhat poetic.
Wandering around Huanxisha Park with a SLR is not as noisy as that in Kuanzhai Lane. It is more leisurely and comfortable here. Poems everywhere add a lot of poetry to this park. With this lush forest, a classical atmosphere that is divorced from modernity arises spontaneously. At this moment, a lilac girl broke into the picture, raised the SLR to freeze the moment, and then even appeared in other scenes. Thanks to this girl, the whole picture became more beautiful.
"Life is an outstanding person, and death is a ghost hero", "I think of heaven and earth, without limit, without end, and I am all alone and my tears fall down" and
"There are thousands of spacious buildings, which greatly protect the world's poor people's faces". Different from ordinary parks, the biggest highlight here is poetry, so I appreciate one inscription after another, and I always feel that it is cool to read poetry when I see familiar poems.
Streams, bamboo groves, pavilions, bridges and pebbles are the truest portrayal of Huanhuaxi Park, and here, more people can feel the slow-paced life of Chengdu people, or families, individuals, or groups of three or five, chatting, walking and wandering, and the most comfortable side of Chengdu is vividly reflected here. Huanhuaxi Park is also the largest and most invested open urban forest park in Chengdu so far. It is said to be the only five-star park in Chengdu, and it is indeed a very elegant place. Chongdeli
is small and hidden in the wild, greatly hidden in the city, and separated from the bustling Taikooli street is the quiet Chongdeli in the old courtyard. The humble alley also contains some uneventful surprises. The phrase "the way home for a city" on the wall caught my attention. It is simple and powerful. Once the old street in Chengdu, now it is leisurely and slow, and the place is not big, it can still be touched. This is the simple power of Chongdeli.
"Chongdeli starts from Middle East Street in the north and connects with Hongzhuzheng Street in the south. It was originally an unknown alley", which is an alley beside Jinjiang. In 1925, a businessman named Wang Chongde built this place, and "Li" means "Lane", which means something south of the Yangtze River. After years of polishing, it has become a "ruin", which seems out of place in modern high-rise buildings. However, a designer has given it a new life, turned it into a ruin and made it beautiful, basically without major changes, but built it on the original basis, retaining the original beauty of historical buildings.
"It's better to eat without meat than live without bamboo". Bamboo is very common in Chengdu, and it also represents the noble life sentiment of the ancients. Living under bamboo is more elegant and detached, while the blue sky and white clouds against the glass are also completely simple and pure. Here are more simple lines. If you find it with your heart, you will gain ordinary and simple beauty.
There is also a red exhibition hall next to Chongdeli. There are some artistic paintings of figures in it, and the space layout is also very clever. People can't see what it is here, but the atmosphere of mysterious art can be deeply felt.
There seems to be a restaurant next to the exhibition hall. The design of red columns and circular arches is unique. My intuition tells me that it should be a product of Chengdu-online celebrity again. Many beautiful women have been sculpted here when strolling, which really gives people a unique feeling. Nishimura Courtyard
decided to come after seeing the first picture on the Internet. At the same time, it also has a nice name: Nishimura Courtyard, Chengdu with many high-rise buildings, and such a large area with a wide field of vision. What's even more amazing is that it was considered an unfinished building by the surrounding residents at the beginning of its construction, but now it has become one of the new landmarks in Chengdu, and countless people come to punch in on weekends and holidays.
There is no gate. On the contrary, the appearance of a "gate" is built with several staggered stairs. The long dark gray columns and the art of crossing are unique at first glance. You can see the wide stadium through barbed wire. The former three is also filmed here, which reminds people of the university time. At night, I sat on the playground with three or five friends, bought some snacks and beer, and talked for one night and couldn't go back.
In the afternoon on weekdays, it is extraordinarily quiet here. There is no one on the court. Occasionally, one or two people walking on the runway climb to the roof along the concrete stairs, overlooking the whole West Village Courtyard. It really feels like a quadrangle. The walking path is also "volley", with patios and canals between, surrounded by bamboo forests. It is precisely because the West Village Courtyard is far away from Chunxi Road.
The designer behind the West Village Courtyard is not simple either. Liu Jiakun, an international master architect, is responsible for the architectural planning and design, which is quite different from the stereotyped Wenchuang Garden. The 41-acre atrium is simple and elegant, and incorporates many unique cultures in Chengdu. Gorgeous things may make your eyes shine, but such low-key and calm details can make people memorable. There are also many characteristic shops in the surrounding floors, which adds a lot of color to this place. The sky above the compound is just on the route, and planes flying in the sky can be seen from time to time. At this time, people can't help but fantasize that the perspective of God on the plane may be more shocking. People's Park
In more than a month, that is, at the end of October, you can see pieces of chrysanthemums in full bloom in the People's Park. This group was taken when I came last year, and I haven't had time to retouch the pictures. Now I look at last year's photos, and my memories follow back to last October. At that time, the People's Park was very lively. At that time, chrysanthemums were in full bloom, showing their beautiful posture like young girls.
If you want to feel the daily life of Chengdu people, you must come to People's Park. Although many people find it very boring when they hear the park, Chengdu People's Park has a strong flavor of life. What's more, to my surprise, so many young people come here to drink tea. Covering a bowl of tea in Chengdu is a symbol of Chengdu culture. There are several tea houses in People's Park, which are basically full of people, and young people occupy more than half. The scene is really spectacular.
It is true that people in Chengdu will enjoy life. It is said that mahjong can be heard on the plane, while in People's Park, people drink tea on the shore, walk on the shore, and go boating in the water. Piggery boats with various colors and red leaves in autumn are intoxicating, which may be the basic life of Chengdu people.
There is no electric kettle in the teahouse here. It is basically an old copper teapot, with quaint bamboo chairs and low tables, which retains the most primitive leisure life in Chengdu. Some people enjoy the fun of picking their ears for half an hour. There is also a blind date corner in the park. I heard from friends that he once accidentally strayed into the blind date corner and was questioned by a group of aunts. He was hiding in every corner of the People's Park with a lively and noisy life atmosphere. Chengdu cuisine
Chengdu cuisine is famous for its weather. You can see food shops in Chengdu and all the streets. Then Chengdu people are very particular about food. As long as it tastes a little bad, they won't come again next time. Therefore, under the recommendation of local people, I also tried these food shops, and the taste is really very good. I would like to share with you here.
First, Jiyu Thai-style Seafood Hotpot (Taikooli Store)
This is the hottest store in Taikooli, right? After waiting in line for 2 hours, you doubt your life. Fortunately, the store is in Taikooli, so I took a number and went for a stroll in the mall. I will come back in about 2 hours and wait a little. There are drinks, snacks and big fans in the waiting area, which is quite humanized. The three floors of the store are actually full, and the environment is also very good. Southeast Asia is decorated with high-end elegance, soft light, and a lot of green tones look very fresh and eye-catching.
Four people ordered a set meal, which is a platter of seafood and vegetables.
I recommend the signature soup base of Dongyin Gong hot pot, with fresh coconut juice, which is rich and mellow in flavor and mild in fragrance. I couldn't help drinking a big bowl, and I felt that the two hours' waiting was worth it. The fresh shrimp waiter will not only help you rinse, but also help you peel and go to the shrimp line. The service is very thoughtful, and so is the crab. When we wonder how to deal with it, the waiter has already done it with a smile.
Later, I ordered several large abalones, which were really as big as the palm of my hand. When I squeezed the lemon juice, it even moved, and then I disposed of it. I can't believe that I can eat such fresh abalones in inland Chengdu, and the taste even gave me a thumbs-up in this coastal city. Curry shrimp is also a must-order dish. Curry from Thailand is very appetizing and makes shrimp more tasty. A large portion of coconut jelly is very sufficient, and all kinds of ingredients feel like returning to the tropics.
The service is impeccable. We basically don't have to do it all by ourselves. We scalded and cooked it all for you, fished it up and put it on a plate. All we need to do is feed it to you by ourselves. Oh, yes, the waiter's little brother is quite handsome. He looks clean and handsome. If he is a woman, he will definitely make a fool of himself.
In addition, rabbit pudding, plum jelly, cookies, yogurt, etc. are all free and unlimited, and all kinds of snacks will be given away after ordering the set meal. All four big men finally ate enough, with a per capita income of about 211, but it is really worthwhile to eat so many rich and delicious seafood.
Second, Chengdu Diner (Zhimin Road Store)
If you want to eat local specialties in Chengdu, then this restaurant should not be missed. On the annual must-eat list of a comment website, I really had to queue up when I came, and I took a number in the public area. Fortunately, I came early, and it was our turn in about half an hour. The store is on the second floor. The space is very large, the golden tone is dominant, and the atmosphere is very warm. Some pictures of local elements such as Jiuyan Bridge are also posted on the wall, which is very suitable for a foreign tourist.
You can order food by scanning the code on WeChat, which is very convenient. The dishes and prices are clear at a glance and the classification is clear. I ordered several classic dishes. Although there were many people, the speed of serving was not bad. Paper _ Fresh abalone, noodles and abalone are wrapped in a ball of paper. Abalone is full, big and tasty, and a very sought-after dish is eaten by us as soon as it is opened. Desperate frog, a little spicy, but the appearance is still very innovative. The frog meat is chopped and tastes quite crispy.
The special grilled fish fillet, one of the signature dishes, is a little expensive, but the fish has no thorns. Although there are a lot of red peppers, the spicy taste is just right. I can accept it if I can't eat spicy food. It's a delicious dish. Oh, yes, I also send sauerkraut vermicelli tofu soup, and the soup boiled with fish bones is also my dish. Tuotuo shrimp is also a must-order. This dish must be eaten while it is hot. Shrimp shells and shrimp lines have been carefully handled, and the shrimp meat is Q-bomb, spicy and fragrant.
Nestle's palm treasure and Laochengdu's candied fruit are full of creativity. One is made in the shape of a bird's nest and the other is made in the shape of a tree. Palm treasure has always been my favorite, and it tastes very crispy and chewy. And the candied oil fruit is also a special snack in Chengdu, which is sweet. Because it is so creative, it has always been thought to be an ornament and neglected this dish.
Fish-flavored bean curd wrapped in pulp, a special dish of Sichuan and Chongqing, contains pulp juice and tastes tender, smooth and delicious. Matsutake seafood porridge and special roasted eggplant are also quite delicious. Generally speaking, the food tastes very authentic, looks very creative, serves quickly and enjoys a good reputation in the local area.
Third, roadside mala Tang (Zhimin Road Branch)
In addition to hot pot, there are also strings of food in Chengdu. As the name implies, food is put on bamboo sticks and then cooked in a pot, which is very local. When I first ate it, I was very emotional. It turned out that I could still eat it like this. I heard a friend say that the roadside of Zhimin Road is an old brand, and the queue often starts in 2 hours, so we chose 11 p.m. as expected, there was no need to queue, but it was still full of people.
The store focuses on nostalgia, and you can see many elements of old Chengdu. In the past, a few small benches were set on the roadside, and several people could eat them with relish. Friends said that this store reminded him of the old days, as if he had returned to childhood, and he really had youthful feelings. The murals on the walls were also very beautiful.
The string can be said to be a mini version of hot pot, which is relatively grounded. You can take as much food as you want in the freezer, and you can eat whatever you want. Finally, according to the number of bamboo sticks, it is a few cents each. It is quite novel to eat such food for the first time. The sauce is made of dried sea pepper and chopped peanuts, which is very fragrant.
Of course, there are also some private dishes such as hairy belly, brain flower, ice powder, crispy meat, etc., and the price is very beautiful, which is cheaper than that of a big hot pot restaurant, and many snacks with Chengdu characteristics are available. The waiter's serving speed is also quite fast, the service is good, and he will give you a lot of advice when ordering. When I came back to Shantou, I found that my hometown also opened a roadside, which showed how famous he was. Later, I went to eat it specially and found that the taste was far from authentic in Chengdu, so I suggested eating it locally in Chengdu. The original taste was really different.
Fourth, fishman, fishboy and cobblestone fish hot pot (Zhimin Road Store)
Because I prefer to eat fish, like stone fish, I am also very keen. My friend took me to eat this one, and it happened to rain heavily when I came, and it was early, so there were not many people. The decoration of the store was very old and retro, with a taste of old Chengdu. The tables and chairs were all made of wood, and the walls were bare brick walls, and there were some on the table.
There is a big fish tank on the left of the door, in which many kinds of fish are raised. The most important thing for a fish shop is to ensure the delicious taste of the fish. This shop has obviously done it. The fish are slaughtered fresh, not frozen, and the kitchen is transparent and visible. It seems quite confident in hygiene.
There are three kinds of pot bottoms: classic red pot, traditional sauerkraut pot and lemon ginger pot, and the prices are all the same.