Neijiang Day Trip Guide: Discover Zhang Daqian’s Hometown from Chengdu
You probably know Chengdu’s pandas and spicy hot pot. But have you heard of Neijiang? My German friend Anna asked me this question last month. Most tourists visit Sichuan’s famous spots. They miss Neijiang – the hometown of China’s most famous painter Zhang Daqian. Anna followed my advice and called it “the most authentic small […]
Deyang Day Trip from Chengdu: More Than Just Sanxingdui!
Hey travelers! If you’re planning a Sichuan trip, you’ve probably heard of Sanxingdui Museum. But let me tell you—Deyang has way more to offer! As someone who’s lived in Chengdu for a decade and helped hundreds of foreign visitors explore the region, I’ve seen too many tourists rush through Deyang just for the bronzes. My […]
Meishan Day Trip Guide: Discover Su Dongpo’s Hometown from Chengdu
You probably know Chengdu’s pandas and spicy hot pot. But have you heard of Meishan? My Spanish friend Carlos asked me this question last month. Most tourists visit Sichuan’s famous spots. They miss Meishan – the hometown of China’s most famous poet Su Dongpo. Carlos followed my advice and called it “the most cultural small […]
Mianyang Day Trip Guide: Discover Sichuan’s Hidden Gem from Chengdu
You know Chengdu’s pandas and hot pot. But have you heard of Mianyang? My Canadian friend Sarah asked me this last month. Most tourists visit Sichuan’s famous spots. They miss Mianyang – Sichuan’s second largest city. Sarah followed my advice and called it “the most surprising city in China.” This guide shows you everything about […]