Sehenswürdigkeiten in Chengdushi

Editor's Choice

Chengdu’s landscape bridges the gap between its imperial history and rapid modernization. This selection features the Tang Dynasty Wenshu Monastery and the Former Shu Yongling Tomb alongside the sprawling New Century Global Center, one of the world's largest buildings. Key historical sites include the 1911 Railway Protection Movement Memorial in People's Park and the architectural fusion of West China Ba. The list also covers scenic landmarks like the Hejiang Pavilion at the river confluence and the 339-meter Panda Tower.

Editor's Choice — Karte

A

Wenshu Monastery

Tang Dynasty Buddhist temple rebuilt during the Qing Dynasty. It houses a significant collection of calligraphy and paintings, alongside a traditional tea house and vegetarian restaurant.

B

武担山

Small historic hill in central Chengdu with roots dating back to the ancient Shu Kingdom. It is traditionally associated with the burial site of King Kaiming's consort.

C

Jinli Ancient Street

Restored pedestrian street designed in the architectural style of the Qing Dynasty. The area features traditional teahouses, local Sichuan snacks, and folk handicraft stalls.

D

Chairman Mao statue

Massive white marble monument located in the center of Tianfu Square. Completed in 1969, the statue stands 30 meters tall including its base.

E

辛亥秋保路死事纪念碑

Historic obelisk located in People's Park. It commemorates the 1911 Railway Protection Movement, a pivotal protest that helped trigger the Xinhai Revolution.

F

yongling

Mausoleum of Wang Jian, founder of the Former Shu Kingdom. The tomb features a unique above-ground stone chamber and detailed reliefs of 24 court musicians.

G

Global Center

One of the world's largest buildings by floor area. This massive complex contains a 400,000-square-meter shopping mall, an indoor water park with an artificial beach, and an ice rink.

H

金堂县云顶石城风景区

Southern Song Dynasty military fortification built to resist Mongol invasions. The site features ancient stone walls, gates, and the Ciyun Temple on Yunding Mountain.

I

合江亭

Tang Dynasty pavilion located at the confluence of the Fu and Nan rivers. Historically, it served as a major wharf and departure point for travelers heading downstream.

J

West China Ba

Historic campus area of Sichuan University featuring early 20th-century architecture. The buildings are known for blending Western Gothic structures with traditional Chinese roofs.

K

金龙长城

Modern stone replica of the Great Wall located in the Longquan Mountains. The fortification features several watchtowers and offers views of the surrounding Jinlong Lake.

L

Panda Tower

Also known as the West China Tower, this 339-meter television tower is the tallest structure in western China. It features an observation deck and a rotating restaurant.