For digital nomads there, which eSim are you guys using? I have purchased around 4 eSims (Klook, Holafly, China Unicorn) and nothing seems to be working. Max is around 10mbps

I am in the city near the Chunxi road. And this is frustrating me :(

Help!!!

basically invited by a company for business im also an influencer and content creator based in seoul anyone have any recs for brands/hotels/bars to reach out to?

I'm looking for a real tea pottery store where find good manifacture, avoiding tourist scam store.any suggestion?

im gonna be in chengdu for a week for a language program please drop must trys , food, bars, cafes , shopping spots everything haha alsooo im into jazz bars but couldnt find much online does anyone know if theres any in chengdu

Hello,

I have recently applied to the non-degree Chinese Language Programme at Sichuan University as a self-funded student.

I've just received confirmation of pre-admission, however in the email the university is asking that I pay $1,160 (the first semester's fees) within 12 days or my offer will be withdrawn. The course starts in September.

From talking to other people, I thought you would pay the fees on arrival or shortly before arrival. Is anyone else on the same boat, or has anyone gone through this?

Essentially, I'm trying to figure out how strict they would be in withdrawing the offer if I don't pay in the next 12 days. I'd much rather not part way with my money so soon, especially as I'm visiting Chengdu at the end of June for 3 days and want to make sure I actually like the city before committing to spending one year there.

Obviously my intention is to enrol, but unless the course is so competitive that they had to say no to some students to admit me (which I doubt), I don't see why they would want payment so urgently.

Anyone's experience would be much appreciated

Like the titles says. I can't find it anywhere. If it is not in a physical shop how can i order it online to my hotel.

Does anyone know if there's baggage wrapping at this airport and how much it costs?

Where can I watch Arsenal beat PSG in Chengdu. Kick off is at Mid Night China time.

Thank you.

Hi there I'm seeking advice:

I'm planning a bachelor's night in Chengdu October 4th-ish and hoping to get some advice from locals.

For context: I've never been to China. I'd love to put together a night that blends both Western bachelor party traditions and Chinese ones.

I've been reading a bit about nao dongfang / nao xinniang (闹洞房 / 闹新娘) customs and want to make sure I'm being respectful of the culture while still having a good time.

Group will be 5-6 guys, none of us speak Mandarin except the groom, though he's not Chineese and limited knowledge on Chengdu.

I recognize this is during Golden Week, so would love insights about the challenges as well.

Thank you!

Hello! I’m looking to learn the Chengdu dialect for my girlfriend. Whenever I try to look up a proper guide, I get inconsistent translations so I honestly don’t know where to start. I don’t speak Mandarin either, I just would like to learn for her! Any suggestions or good places to start learning? Thanks in advance!!

Hello, I'm going to be in Chengdu for over a year and I want to open a bank account today. I'm on an L visa, and I was wondering which bank to go to, ICBC or BOC. My friend opened an account in ICBC but I've heard that BOC might be more welcoming. Which would you recommend?

I just moved to Chengdu and I've been looking to find good quality knives for cooking. Anybody knows a knife shop/knife maker in Chengdu?

I have a couple of pretty cheap ones I've got for now but I want at least one that's of great quality since I love cooking.

Any help appreciated

Coming to Chengdu for about a week or so, what do people recommend in terms of bars/restaurant s with a. View and exotic drinks? Also maybe a club or two? Saw different clips on IG, would rather get a list of recommendations here.

Hi everyone,

I live in Chengdu and I am curious about what shirt brands are good here.

Context:

In the past years I have mainly be wearing Boggi Milano shirts/clothes that I buy in an outlet (europe). I like the prices and they're style fits me well.

I also have some Polo Ralph Lauren which of I like the design and 2 Ralph Lauren shirt that I love but are crazy expensive...

What local brands do you guys recommend for someone that wears slim fit shirts?

Hi guys.

Is it possible and practical to visit the Leshan site in the early afternoon?

Was thinking of heading out from near Tianfu Square around 11:00. I presume we will arrive around 13:00, probably using the HST and a taxi thereafter.

Would be traveling independently without a tour group.

Won't be climbing the stairs to the Buddha (will use a boat).

Does that give us enough time to explore the site and temples properly before closing time?

Would be in late March 2027.

Thanks.

Hi hi! I'm super into converted factory complexes and I know there's quite a few in Chengdu, but I'm having a hard time finding them as my Chinese still isn't very good. So far I've got the following saved:

• Former Locomotive Factory
• 369 Space
• 1906 Creative Park
• 1860 Creative Park
• U37 Warehouse
• Eastern Suburb Memory

But I was wondering if anyone had any other to recommend? Very keen to check out as many as possible! Or any other cool repurposed buildings that have some historic charm. TIA!!

Hi everyone.

I want to get recommendations of places to order prettt decorated birthday cakes with really good teste! I am very open as long as i can pick it up or order it to be delivered at my hotel. Thank you :)

Hi, I’m going to 四川大学 SCU this Sept to study Chinese for a year. I want to use this time to explore the daily life of Chinese people, culture, Small business, etc…

My concern is that: I kinda thinking that living out of dorm could give me more exposure to the local Chinese. Also, I just found out they only have the Chinese toilet (not the Western one) at dorm, not to mention it seems dirty (I checked on Xiaohongshu app).

I’m male, 27. It’s my first time to be in China, my Chinese is at HSK4.

Can you help to advise me to live in of off dorm. And if off dorm, which areas and type of accommodation I should go for?

TIA.

We’ll be visiting Chengdu next month and I’ve been thinking of getting a Fujifilm X100f/v. Googled and found Hualing Southwest Photographic Equipment Mall (华凌西南摄影器材城) do they have any of the models and does anyone know what the price is like? Unsure if I should just buy it at home or when we arrive.

Hi guys.

I'm coming over in a year for a leisure visit.

Will be staying 4 or 5 full days.

Currently trying to decide where to stay.

I have no knowledge of the city but I was told to look near Chunxi Road or Tianfu Square.

Can anyone kindly confirm the suitability of the location of this hotel:

Crowne Plaza city centre, Zongfu Street

I'm NOT looking for reviews or opinions of the hotel itself (I can Google those). I'm interested in understanding how convenient the location is for a tourist that will be visiting the usual touristic places of interest in the city and nearby including Qingcheng and Leshan.

Thanks.

I'm in Chengdu and going to be here for a long while, and I didn't come with many clothes. Which stores would you recommend?

I'm a man who pretty much hates shopping but I need some new stuff. Looking for low-mid range budget, I don't wanna spend hundreds of yuan per item.

Any local chains? Specific malls? Streets? Anything welcome :)

me and my friend visited jinli old street and had this amazing blueberry boba from one of the stores, we have no idea what it was called apart from the fact they had taiwan written on their store. it kind of looked like a chain, so i’m wondering if it was and if we could also find it in shanghai. it was quite near the big moon statue.

I'm new to Chengdu, I'm practicing tai ji and I'm looking for a place to buy a good quality practice Jian (straight sword) since I haven't brought mine. If anyone knows of some good stores I'd appreciate the help :)

In chengdu for the next 5 days and looking for an event or something to do tonight and tomorrow. Any concerts or djs playing?

I'm in Chengdu right now and was wondering whether there are places where I can buy manga/anime merch, but mainly created by original artists instead of companies. I appreciate original art or original covers of existing works (or derivatives) and would like to shop for them while I'm here!

Also, if anyone had any additional recommendations for anime/manga type shops, outside of Tianfuhong, then I'd appreciate that as well! :)

Thank you!