If you're after a China experience where the cuisine is fiery and pandas can be found in the forests gnawing on bamboo, Sichuan province in Southwestern China is a good bet. Sichuan's capital of Chengdu is dab smack in the middle of the province and the logical point to begin your sojourn. Chengdu's flat, grid-like layout is ideal for strolls and biking. It's also acclaimed for its many outdoor gear shops that can equip one for any of Sichuan's local and neighboring natural wonders. More »
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