Chengdu, City in Sichuan, China.
Chengdu is one of the three most populous cities in western China and often considered as the hub of technology, finance, and commerce.
The city was recognized over 2,300 years ago as the capital of the Shu Kingdom.
Chengdu is famed for being the home of cute giant pandas, spicy Sichuan cuisine, and well-preserved traditional tea houses.
Public transportation is convenient with an expanding metro service and readily available taxis.
Due to its agricultural wealth, Chengdu is sometimes referred to as the 'Land of Milk and Honey.'
Location: Sichuan
Inception: 311 BCE
Capital city: Wuhou District
Population: 20937757
Elevation above the sea: 500 m
Website: chengdu.gov.cn
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap