Things To Do In Chengdu, Sichuan Chengdu is an ancient city and has many unique ancient and modern cultural aspects that can befound nowhere else as well as a jumping night life. Being a transportation hub and the gateway toTibet since the ancient Silk Road, Chengdu's unique culture is a melting pot of different cultures fromthroughout China, and western Asia. When you taking or planning a Chengdu Tours, don't forget toinclude these in your itinery Sichuan Opera: Sichuan Opera is famous throughout Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou Provinces. Sichuan Opera is animportant part of Chengdu culture, and one of the contributing styles that became Beijing's famousPeking Opera. Developed over centuries, the present form came about during The Qing Dynasty(1644-1911). Besides the normal singing, and martial arts, Sichuan Opera has many unique featuresthat set it apart, features such as fire breathing, changing faces, and juggling pottery. Sichuan Operais far less formal in style than Peking Opera and the role of the clown holds a comparatively large partof each opera. The changing faces part of Sichuan opera is performed by an actor wearing a silk mask that lookssimilar to a Peking Opera mask. The actor struts and spins around the stage. When the actor spinsaround, or jerks his head, his mask is changed for another. An experienced actor can have dozens ofmasks that he can change. Most visitors try to figure out how it is done, but it is done with such speedthat its secret cannot be discerned. It is very similar to watching a magic show in the middle of anopera. Fire breathing is another important and spectacular part of Sichuan Opera. An actor in a maskshoots huge balls of fire out over the audiences head. It is perfectly safe, and quite exciting. Tea Houses: Visitors to Chengdu will find there are a lot of teahouses scattered throughout the city. Drinking teahas become quintessential part of Chengdu people's daily life. Because of this, Chengdu has formeda special tea culture all its own which attracts visitors from across China, and around the globe. ForChengdu locals, it is very important to have the proper atmosphere to enjoy their tea. For mostpeople, the perfect place would be a teahouse. The most popular location for teahouses in Chengduis along the south bridge of Dujiang Weir, where the scenery is wonderful and the weather ispleasant. One of the most unique parts of Chengdu's teahouses is the community atmosphere.Everyone from infants to the elderly come to the teahouses to relax, do business, chat with friends, orjust drink tea. Many elderly come to the teahouses early in the morning and do not leave until late atnight. Normally when somebody decides to leave, they give what remaining snacks they have to thetable. It is the perfect place to meet new friends. There are also people wandering the teahousesoffering to clean out patron's ears, or cut their fingernails. They wander through the crowds withhandfuls of metal tools that they use. It may look a little scary, but it a wonderful experience. Chengdu has one of the few remaining bastions of true teahouse culture left in China. It is a

wonderful experience for Locals, and visitors. It is something that should not be missed because theonly way to truly understand it is to experience it. Night Market Chengdu has a night market located near the Jiang Hotel and the Minshan Hotel. This market has agreat atmosphere and is a great place to pick up souvenirs. This market offers everything fromembroidered silk to statues of Chairman Mao. It is important to bargain. Prices are not set in stoneand quoted prices will be much higher than what the stall owner will accept. Jinli Ancient Street Opened in 2004 Jinli is a street designed in the style of The Qing Dynasty. Its many shops,teahouses, bars, and restaurants are designed with traditional architectural styles. This street proudlydisplays the customs and culture of Chengdu. In the evening is when Jinli really comes to life. Thestreets are lit with traditional red lanterns and the locals come out to walk the street and do somewindow shopping. It is an excellent place to purchase arts and crafts unique to Chengdu. Bars and Clubs: Chengdu's residents are very proud of their ancient culture, and heritage, but also love spending thenight in a more lively and modern fashion. With the influx of investment come not only skyscrapers,but a lively bar scene. Areas such as Renmin South Road and west of Yangshi Street feature manycafes, discos, and karaoke bars. Chengdu's local beer named "Blue Sword" is perfect to wash downChengdu's spicy cuisine. These nightspots are good places to meet other travelers and exchangestories, or make friends with local residents. The lively night scene in Chengdu gets quite lively andstays open until the wee hours of the morning. From traditional teahouses, theaters to modern pubs and clubs, Chengdu people know how to enjoythe night. Every corner in Chengdu offers the warmest welcome. Book Chengdu Hotels