成都

CHENGDU
Subject Presentation: Chinese Culture
Submitted to: Prof. Zhang Wei
Submitted by: Group-G
Group members:
1 Nouraldin
(6123000043)
Mohammad
托贝 (6123000015)
Rayad 黎雅德
(6223000098)
Yusra 尤丝拉
2 Geography and Location
 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport are major air
3 hub of Western China and two international airports serving Chengdu.

Chengdu (CTU) to Beijing (PEK) takes around 2h 55m.

There are three railway stations in Chengdu: Chengdu South, Chengdu East,
and Chengdu North Station.

Chengdu East to Beijing West

takes around 7h 31m.
4 Chengdu
 Chengdu, the Capital of China‘s southwest
Sichuan Province.
 Famed for being the home of cute giant
pandas.
 Located in the west of Sichuan Basin and
in the center of Chengdu Plain.
 The city covers a total area of 12.3
thousand square kilometres (4,749 square
miles) with a population of over 11
million.
5 Chengdu
Ø It is believed that in the early part of the
4th century BC, the Shu State moved its
capital to the site of present-day Chengdu.
Ø During this time, Chengdu was also
known as Yizhou for a long time.
Ø Mandarin Chinese and Sichuanese are the
most commonly spoken languages in
Chengdu.
 The native language in Chengdu is
Sichuanese (Sichuan hua).
目 01 History 历史源流

录
Presenter: Nouraldin (6123000043)

Culture 文化血脉
CONTENTS 02 Presenter: Mohammad 托贝 (6123000015)

03 Places 旅游胜地
Presenter: Rayad 黎雅德 (6223000098)

04 Foods 美食大全
Presenter: Yusra 尤丝拉 (6123000026)
History
历史源流
Chengdu is one of the earliest settlement in southwest
of China, with a history traced back to 2400 years ago
when the first Shu emperor built its capital here.
Retaining its original name 'Shu' till nowadays, it has
long been an important political, commercial and
economic hub of Sichuan.

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Presenter:
Name: Nouraldin
Stu. ID: 6123000043
8 History
 Chengdu history began about 2,300 years ago from when the city was constructed in 367BC.

 In its over 2,300 year’s history, the location of Chengdu had not changed once, which is
rarely seen all over the world.

 After Dujiangyan Irrigation System was completed in 256BC to control flood and irrigate
land, the area developed fast since after.

 Up to Han Dynasty (202 BC - 220 AD), Chengdu was famous for the excellent Shu Brocade.

 Three Kingdom Period (220 - 280 AD), it was very important as the capital of Kingdom of
Shu (221 - 263 AD).
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 It developed into a major city in Tang Dynasty (618 - 907 AD), and reached a golden
time during Song Dynasty (960 - 1279 AD). ​
 The wars in late Ming (1368 - 1644 AD) and early Qing (1644 - 1911 AD) made
Chengdu a chaotic place and declined, but recovered soon after large-scale
immigration. ​
 After Opium War begun in 1840, the city came to decline again but gradually
recovered after People’s Republic of China was founded and now it’s a quite
important city in southwest China.
  Shu kingdom 2,300 – 3,000 Years Ago

 The ancient Shu Kingdom established in Chengdu Plain and the upper reach of Minjiang
River about 3,600 years ago.
 The Sanxingdui Site dated around 3,000-1,200 BC, is in the northeast suburb of today’s
Chengdu and was its most prosperous place at that time.
 in the west of present Chengdu downtown, was speculated as the capital and central area of
Shu Kingdom.

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gold masks
11 When Became a City & Capital of Shu Kingdom?

 Became a City and Capital of Shu Kingdom over 2,300 Years Ago,, the king of Shu
Kingdom moved the capital from Fanxiang – today’s Huayang to the south of
Chengdu downtown, northwards to a new site.
 He named the newly built capital as Chengdu, which meant the final capital of Shu
Kingdom in ancient Chinese.
 People deemed that this point of time was the real start of Chengdu history, as a city
was shaped here.
 It had been the capital until 316 BC, when Shu Kingdom was conquered and
became a shire of Qin State.
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Famous for Shu Brocade in Han Dynasty (202 BC - 220 AD)

 Chengdu had always been a regional metropolis, with well-developed business of

trade, Shu Brocade, lacquerware and teas during Han Dynasty. It was the center of
world's lacquer craftwork and the birthplace of tea culture.
 In particular, the brocade industry boomed with skilled techniques. Therefore, the
central government appointed an officer to manage this industry in Chengdu.
 Later the city got another name that was widely spread – Jin Guan City. Jin Guan
is the title of the officer and Jin is the brocades in Chinese. Sometimes, people
called it as Jin City as well.
13 Capital of Shu Kingdom in three kingdoms period (220 - 280 AD)

 During Three Kingdoms Period, Liu Bei established the kingdom of Shu in 221
AD in Chengdu, contending with other two powers.
 Meanwhile, he, his son and the prime minister Zhuge Liang aroused their all efforts
to make the kingdom prosperous.
 In the nowday, it was not only the key city in the southwestern regions where many
ethnic groups settled, but also one of three centers in whole China.
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 After the chaotic Three Kingdoms Period (220 - 280 AD), Chengdu recovered quickly
and became one of the four largest cities in Tang Dynasty.
 It was a flourishing age in Chengdu history, with thriving economy, culture and
Buddhism during the time. Agriculture, silk industry, handicrafts, trading, papermaking
and lithographic printing were all advanced.
 The earliest printing pieces in the world are precisely found in Chengdu. Meanwhile,
Chengdu attracted many litterateurs, too, as the famed poets, like Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang
Bo and Li Shangyin, lived in the city once.
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Chengdu in Modern Times after 1840 AD

Following the Opium War (1840 - 1842 AD), the city went into a decline for the
long-term chaos and wars, and its role was overtaken by the adjacent Chongqing.
After the foundation of People’s Republic of China, Chengdu gradually grows up
into one of the super cities in western China, with vigorous growth only after the top
cities in the country.
Culture Highlights of Chengdu's cultural

文化血脉  Places,

 Foods,

 Clothes,

 Traditions

 Musical instruments

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Presenter:
Name: Mohammad 托贝
Stu. ID: 6123000015
 Sichuan Opera House
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 Known for face-changing performances and Sichuan opera artistry.
 It is known for its unique combination of singing, dancing, acrobatics, and martial arts, as
well as its colorful costumes and makeup.
 Wuhou Shrine

 a famous military strategist of the

Three Kingdoms period
 built during the Western Jin
dynasty
 The shrine is divided into several
sections, including the Hall of
Liu Bei, the Hall of Zhuge Liang,
and the Hall of Yue Fei.

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Jinli Ancient Street

 A bustling ancient street that showcases

traditional architecture, teahouses, and local
handicrafts.
 The sacred Mount
Emeishan
 This place is for all those who
love to trek.
 It is the trek of Mount Emeishan
that has thick forest trails for
hikers.
 The peak also has a famous
temple and statue of Bodhisattva
Puxian’s six-tusked elephant.

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21 du fu cottage

A museum and park in

honor of Du Fu

Du Fu is one of the most

outstanding Chinese poets
of Tang Dynasty.
22 Sichuan Hotpot: Famous for its
Kung Pao Chicken: A popular
spicy and numbing flavors,
Sichuan dish with diced
Cultural
Sichuan hotpot features a wide
chicken, peanuts, and chili
variety of ingredients cooked
peppers.
in a boiling broth.

Foods

Mapo Tofu: A spicy and Sichuan Dan Dan Noodles:

flavorful tofu dish known for Noodles served with a spicy,
its numbing sensation. savory sauce and minced pork.

Sichuan Peppercorns: These

unique peppercorns add a
numbing sensation to Sichuan
dishes.
 Cultural Clothes
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Qipao (Cheongsam)

Traditional Hanfu
24 Tradition

Tea Culture

Sichuan Mahjong

Dragon Boat Festival

25 The People's Park
Matchmaking Corner
 Every weekend, parents gather here to find
suitable partners for their unmarried
children.
 The matchmaking corner isn't just about
finding a partner
 it's also a social event. Parents often bring
snacks and tea to share with other parents
while they wait for potential matches.
26 Festivals in Chengdu
 The Grand Temple Fair
 The Lantern Festival
 The Dujiangyan Water Releasing Festival
 South China Ice and Snow Festival
 Chengdu International Peach Blossom
Festival
27 Chunxi Road Lantern
Festival
 Occurs during the Lantern Festival
 Located on Chengdu's famous Chunxi
Road
 Features a stunning display of colorful
lanterns
 Cultural performances and traditional
snacks
 Creates a lively and festive atmosphere
 Traditional Musical
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instruments

Dizi 笛子 — a
Guzheng 古箏 — Erhu 二胡 — the
Chinese Transverse
a Chinese Zither Chinese Violin
Flute

Pipa 琵琶 — the Guqin 古琴 —

Hulusi 葫芦丝 —
Chinese Lute or Chinese Seven-
the Cucurbit Flute
Chinese Guitar String Instrument

Xiao 箫 — a
Suona 唢呐 — the Gu 鼓 — The
Chinese Vertical
Chinese Trumpet Chinese Drum
End-Blown Flute

Bianzhong 编钟
— Chinese Chime
Bells
Must see places
旅游胜地
Chengdu is one of the "Most Cultural Cities in China" and
"China's Best Tourist Cities“ with thousands of years of history,
and has been awarded the title of "City of Gastronomy" by the
UNESCO Creative Cities Network.

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Presenter:
Name: Rayad 黎雅德
Stu. ID: 6223000098
 01. Cuteness overload at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)

Giant Pandas, one of the rarest animals

in the world and known as “living
fossil”, are not only extolled as China’s
“National Treasure”, but also beloved
by people the world over.

Known as the hometown of Pandas,

Chengdu is your best choice to see,
feed the cute pandas, and Chengdu
Giant Panda Breeding Research
Base is the best place where you can
see the largest panda group in the
world.
02. Be impressed at the Sichuan Opera

You can’t go to Chengdu without attending

the Sichuan Opera. Unlike western operas,
where you have to dress fancy, here at the
Sichuan Opera the atmosphere is a bit more
relaxed. People are sitting on bamboo chairs and
between every 2 chairs there is a table for tea and
sunflower seeds.

The Sichuan Opera consists of several

acts: people dancing and singing in
traditional costumes, people playing
instruments, theater and even shadow
puppetry.
03. Buy some souvenirs at Jinli Street

Jinli Street is one of my favorite places in Chengdu. With many souvenir shops, street food and amazing
architecture, Jinli Street should definitely be a part of your Chengdu itinerary. This street is quite twisted
but don’t worry – getting lost will only lead to discovering beautiful handicrafts shops and traditional
restaurants.
 04. Get lost between red walls at Wuhou Shrine

Famous for its red walls, the Wuhou Shrine is perfect

for those who are looking for photography places in
Chengdu and, at the same time, want to learn more
about the Chinese culture.

The temple consists of several buildings, gardens

and the famous red walls. If you want to take a
photo here, make sure to be at the temple early in
the morning. The temple gets pretty busy later in
the day.
 05. Explore the Kuan Zhai Alley

Also called the Wide and Narrow

Street, the Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley are
one of the most important tourist attractions
in Chengdu. After intense renovations, the
alleys were opened to public in 2008.

Here you will find traditional

Chinese restaurants with beautiful gardens,
souvenirs shops, art shops and delicious
street food.
06. Admire the Anshun Lang Bridge
Among the things to
see in Chengdu is the
Anshun Lang Bridge
which dates back to the
Yuan Dynasty (1271-
1368) and is located
on Jinjiang River.

The bridge is
particularly beautiful
during the night, when
the lights reflect into
the river and it houses
one of the most
popular restaurants in
the city.
07. Shop in the world’s biggest building – New Century Global Center

Situated right near Guixi

Ecological Park, the New
Century Global Center is the
world’s largest building in
terms of floor area.

This building is more than a

mall – it has several facilities
inside such as: offices,
conference rooms, a
university complex, an
artificial pool, an IMAX
cinema, commercial centers,
an ice skating rink and even
hotels.

This building is a city itself!

07. Shop in the world’s biggest building – New Century Global Center
FOODS
美食大全
Sichuan province is one of the hottest destinations in the world
for foodies, and there is no better place to get acquainted with
China’s most popular cuisine than in the capital city of
Sichuan, Chengdu.

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Presenter:
Name: Yusra 尤丝拉
Stu. ID: 6123000026
39
Sichuan Hot pot ( 火锅 )
No trip to Chengdu is complete before dipping into its bubbling pots of liquid magma hotpot.
40 Duck Blood Snack

 Duck Blood chunks

 Green onion
 Spices
 Garlic
 Chili oil
 7 RMB
41 Sweet Potato Intestine Noodles

 Sweet potato starch noodles

 Intestine
 Boil them
 22RMB
42 Spices and liquor

 Citrus peppercorn
 Sour plums with sugar liquor
43 Pig Brain Tofu
Sour and Spicy Frog Pot
 Vinegar
 Chili oil
 Sauces
 Some Salad
 Starch jelly
 Pickles chilies are so spicy and sour
 Its burning joy of juicy frog
 200RMB
44 Ding Ding Candy

 Very hard like a rock

 But full of vanilla and citrus flavor
 Its good for throat
45 Wana Ma Roast Rabbit

 Shred the entire rabbit meat

 Chili sauce
 Oil
 Seasoning seed
 peanuts
Thank you!
谢谢