Luzhou Travel Guide: Discover China’s Hidden Liquor City
You probably know Wuliangye liquor. But have you heard of Luzhou Laojiao? My Italian friend Marco asked me this question last week. Most tourists visit Chengdu for pandas. They miss Luzhou – another famous liquor city in Sichuan. Marco followed my advice and called it “the most authentic Chinese city experience.” This guide will show […]
Yibin Travel Guide: Discover China’s Liquor Capital Near Chengdu
You probably know Wuliangye – one of China’s most famous liquors. But do you know its hometown Yibin? My Spanish friend Carlos asked me this exact question last month. Most tourists rush to see pandas in Chengdu. They miss this amazing city. Carlos followed my advice and called Yibin “the most surprising stop in Sichuan.” […]
Suining Travel Guide: Discover the Hidden Gem Between Chengdu and Chongqing
You probably know Chengdu’s pandas and Chongqing’s hot pot. But have you heard of Suining? My German friend Anna asked me this question last month. Most tourists rush between Chengdu and Chongqing. They miss Suining – the perfect stop between these two cities. Anna followed my advice and called it “the most relaxing Chinese town […]
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 […]
Guang’an Day Trip: Discover Deng Xiaoping’s Hometown from Chengdu or Chongqing
Most tourists visit Sichuan’s famous spots. They miss Guang’an. This is Deng Xiaoping’s hometown. My Irish friend Marco asked me about it last month. “Everyone goes to Chengdu. But what about this historical city?” he said. I showed him Guang’an’s secrets. This city is closer to Chongqing than Chengdu. Yet most foreign travelers don’t know […]
Nanchong 2-Day Trip: Discover Sichuan’s Best Preserved Ancient City from Chengdu
Most tourists visit Chengdu’s pandas. They miss Nanchong. This city has Langzhong Ancient City. It’s Sichuan’s largest and best preserved ancient town. My German friend Anna asked me last month. “Where can I see real Three Kingdoms culture?” I showed her Nanchong’s treasures. This 2,200-year-old city amazes visitors. It’s the birthplace of Three Kingdoms culture. […]
Bazhong 2-Day Adventure: Discover Sichuan’s Hidden Gem with Ancient Caves & Red Culture
Most tourists think Bazhong is just another poor, unknown city in Sichuan. They’re wrong. This place has stunning geological landscapes and deep cultural heritage. My Brazilian friend Marco asked me last month. “Where can I see real Chinese history without tourist crowds?” I took him to Bazhong. This city has everything. Ancient Buddhist caves from […]