Chengdu, at panda pace

Why go

A place to remember

Tea houses, peppercorn-laced dinners, and a city that rewards an unhurried day. This guide brings together the moments worth seeking and the details that help them unfold easily.

Do not miss

1. Meet giant pandas early in the morning
2. Linger over jasmine tea in People’s Park
3. Taste a classic Sichuan hot pot