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Days worth booking ahead

The ones that sell out, need a permit, or are simply better with someone who knows the way in.

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China routes with the cities, nights and transport already worked out — add any of these days to one of them.

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Essential Chengdu

The practical part — when to come, what it costs and what is spoken.

Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province, is celebrated for its leisurely lifestyle, prolific teahouse culture and famously spicy cuisine. It’s also the primary gateway to China’s beloved giant pandas and a convenient base for exploring regional heritage sites and scenic mountains. Top experiences Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to observe pandas in conservation settings. Sample Sichuan cui…

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