We Finally Saw PANDAS in China! Amazing 48 Hours in CHENGDU 🇨🇳

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After falling in love with Dali and Lijiang, we’ve now arrived in Chengdu 成都市 — a vibrant city where ancient history and modern life collide.

In this episode, we tick off some true bucket list experiences:

🐼 Visiting Chengdu’s famous panda sanctuary to see these adorable animals up close (yes, they really do just eat and sleep!)
🗿 Exploring the Leshan Giant Buddha 樂山大佛, the largest stone Buddha in the world — an awe-inspiring sight carved directly into a cliff
🌶️ Trying authentic Sichuan cuisine, from bubbling hot pots to fiery street food that completely surprised us

This was one of the most memorable stops on our China train journey so far. If you’re planning a trip to China or just curious about this fascinating country, Chengdu might just steal your heart like it did ours.

📍 Destinations in this episode:
– The Dujiangyan Panda Base 都江堰熊猫基地
– Leshan Giant Buddha
– Wide and Narrow Alley (宽窄巷子)
– Jinli Ancient Street (锦里古街)
– Local hot pot & street snacks

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Episode 288 | Chengdu, China 🇨🇳

🎥 Filmed March 2025

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