City: Sichuan
Top Things to do in Sichuan
Top Hotels in Sichuan
- 1. InterContinental Century City Hotel Chengdu
- 2. Holiday Inn Chengdu Century City-WestTower, an IHG hotel
- 3. Shangri-La Chengdu
- 4. InterContinental Heilong Lake, an IHG Hotel
- 5. Fairmont Chengdu
- 6. Holiday Inn Chengdu Century City-EastTower, an IHG hotel
- 7. JinJiang Hotel
- 8. Holiday Inn Chengdu Xindu, an IHG hotel
- 9. InterContinental Chengdu Global Center
- 10. Crowne Plaza Chengdu West, an IHG Hotel
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Sichuan, China
Sichuan, formerly romanized as Szechuan or Szechwan, is a province in southwest China occupying most of the Sichuan Basin and the easternmost part of the Tibetan Plateau between the Jinsha River on the west, the Daba Mountains in the north, and the Yungui Plateau to the south. Sichuan's capital city is Chengdu. The population of Sichuan stands at 81 million.
Restaurants in Sichuan
1. Sichuan Tibet Highway (southern route)
2. Daocheng Three Holy Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By CasimirY - New York City, United States
The Yading Natural Reserve is exquisite and humbling and out-of-this-world beautiful - and the most exhausting thing I have ever done! ! ! Remember, it's 15,000 feet above sea level - I took high altitude pills and carried oxygen (in a blue pillow, obtained in Yading, from the Hospital), and I still was totally exhausted - and exhilarated by what I saw ! The mountain peaks, the glacial lakes, the waterfalls, the prayer flags, the thousand other people who were either crying or gasping for breath, or taking selfies, made it an unforgettable experience! Everyone on the path was going through the same thing, so people were supportive, concerned, friendly, and EAGER to have their picture taken with waiguoren "foreigners"! Prepare yourself for this visit - it can be a killer - but, by golly, it is AWESOME !!!
3. Huanglong Scenic Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 460 reviews
Valley of Huang Long, meaning "Yellow Dragon", has snow mountains, a large cave, Huanglong colorful lakes, as well as endangered animals, including the giant panda.
Reviewed By GGVZ_
Absolutely worth visiting! The only thing to remember - it closes at 17:00. You can find a driver to go there from Songpan near the bus station. This place is full of great views and positive energy!
4. Mount Emei (Emeishan)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 838 reviews
A scenic mountain area houses important Buddhist temples.
Reviewed By MattwalesNorthWales - Chengdu, China
A must see place if you are in this part of the world. One of the important Buddhist Mountains in China. If, unlike me you love walking uphill you can climb this on foot but it will take about 4 days. I settled for a full day trip. Wrap up warm in winter as the top will be a lot colder than the bottom. You can buy a combined ticket for 160¥ which will take you from Emeishan railway station up the mountain. The journey is not for those, weak of stomach as the road snakes up the mountain, contains a lot of chicanes, and the drivers don't hang around. There is a pee stop half way and the bus may stop to add snow chains to the wheels in winter. Once at the top bus station you have to walk for about 2km through the monkey reserve to get the cable car which will whizz you right to the summit. At the summit you may be rewarded with a spectacular view as well as a variety of temples, shops and restaurants to explore. You can stay in a hotel at the top so that you can see the sunrise, but its not cheap. Please note the last cable car is at 5.30 and the last bus home is at 6pm. Great day trip
5. Mount Qingcheng
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,118 reviews
A natural scenic area and a holy mountain of Taoism.
Reviewed By jonascn - Singapore, Singapore
Mount Qingcheng is a short distance away from Dujianyan. There is an excitement in the desire to reach the highest peak when climbing the mountain. However the steps up the mountain is quite steep, especially the last 30 minutes and can be slippery during winter. There are porters to help you up the mountain at a cost (though one does sympathise the porters who are in their 50s too). There is also a photo taking service a the top of the mountain which a beautiful temple, especially during winter due to the thick clouds. The air is filled with the smoke from the joss sticks. There is a certain level of accomplishment amid the achy legs when you reach the top. Hence, this is well recommended for travellers looking for adventure. However, the main drawback of the area is the hidden costs you have to bear with to enjoy a complete experience. The site ticket is 80RMB. To proceed to the mountain, you have to 20 RMB for a 2 way mini bus journey to the river coast, after which you have to pay 10 RMB for a 2 way boat ride to an area closer to the mountain. There is also a 60RMB cable car to proceed to the base of the mountain before walking up. There is a need to factor in these costs when you are planning your trip. It is also difficult to avoid this payment as the journey without is much longer. Do also take note of the different operating hours during winter. It opens 8.30am to 5.30pm from May to October, and 9am to 5pm from November to April. Overall, if you can get over the hidden costs and the physical requirements, this is well worth the trip.
6. Wenshu Yuan Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,083 reviews
Reviewed By SILBERSTEINSKY
A nice temple with lovely park. Vital. Wonderful tea garden to relax and take some energy. Close to the city center
7. Dujiangyan Irrigation System
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 840 reviews
The historical irrigation system dates back to the 3rd century B.C and still functions.
Reviewed By ursbruno - Basel, Switzerland
We came by taxi from the Qingcheng Mountain Base to the Main Entrance (40 RMB). At the entrance is a special desk for foreigners with a English speaking person. We enjoyed the walk on the hanging bridge over the Feishayan Spillway, where during the flooding season the stone and sand will be deposited. We followed the Eastern Road on the Fish, the divider of the inner and outer River. We reached a food area, where we enjoyed local dishes with a Harbin Beer. Further up the island you reach the Yuzui Water dividing Dike. The inner River will bring the water to the Chengdu plain for irrigation, and the outer river will bring away the additional flood water in rainy saison, avoiding the flooding of the Chengdu area for over 2000 years! Over the Anlan Suspension Bridge we reached the path to the Julei Pass, where you have a good view over the whole Dujiangyan Scenic Area. On the way down you reach the Shidian Temple and the antique town. Walking down the main street with many shops and food outlets, you reach the ancient Gate. Walk through the gate, cross the bridge ahead and turn right into the open park. Cross the park and turn right on the street ahead. After crossing the bride you see on the right hand side a glas covered stairway, leading down to the Lidui Park Station, where you can take the High Speed Train back to Chengdu (20 RMB). Calculate 3 hours or more for an enjoyable excursion within the Lidui Park.
8. Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,471 reviews
Carved out of a hill, the largest Buddha in the world dates back to the 8th century.
Reviewed By mosto - Hong Kong, China
A few people discouraged me from visiting as it was quite far from Chengdu. Good thing I did not listen to them! Plan the visit as a full day outing to Leshan - boat ride, lunch and visit the amazing Oriental Buddha Capital which is adjoining to the Leshan Buddha and you can walk to the entrance where you walk down to be near the Leshan Buddha. The boat ride is well organized- you have to put on life vests which are provided. There are some photographers in the boat who will take photo for you for RMB20 and you collect them (laminated) near the booth where you bought your boat tickets. I think they do a good job of it and is worth RMB20.
9. Leshan Bridge
10. Aden Scenic Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By diong_224 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Yading Nature Reserve located at southern Daocheng county. Its area cover 1344km2 with famous 3 holy mountains with Mt. Xiannairi rising to 6,032m, Mt.Xianuoduoji at 6,000m and Mt.Yangmaiyong at 5,958m. These 3 snow-capped peaks sit in a triangle formation with valleys, crystal clear rivers, glacier-fed lakes and abundant wildlife between them. The famous 3 lakes, Pearl Lake at 3800m, Milky Lake at 4500m and 5 Colors Lake with 4700m are commonly hike by tourists,
