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Sanxingdui Museum Near Chengdu: Why This 5,000-Year-Old “Alien” Civilization Is a Must-See for Foreign Travelers in China
See 5,000-year-old "alien-like" bronze masks at Sanxingdui Museum—just 40 mins from Chengdu. A must for curious travelers who want real history, not tourist traps.
cometodolphinunion
4 min read
Climb Emei Mountain Without Breaking a Sweat: How Exoskeletons Make China’s Sacred Peak Easy for Foreign Travelers
Rent an exoskeleton robot to climb Emei Mountain’s steep final stretch—easy, affordable, and futuristic. Perfect for foreign travelers who want the summit without the sweat.
cometodolphinunion
4 min read
Best Day Trips from Chengdu by High-Speed Train: 8 Cities, 18 Must-See Spots for Foreign Travelers
Explore 8 cities near Chengdu by high-speed train—pandas, temples, dinosaurs & waterfalls. All under 3.5 hours. Perfect for foreign travelers with visa-free stays. Local tips included.
DolphinUnion
5 min read
Chongqing Hotpot vs Chengdu Hotpot: A Foreigner’s Guide to Telling the Difference (And Where to Eat the Best One)
Chongqing hotpot is bold and beefy. Chengdu hotpot is sweet and social. Discover the real differences—and where to eat the best one—as a foreign traveler. From a 10-year Sichuan local.
cometodolphinunion
5 min read
Mahjong in Chengdu: The Real Way Foreigners Can Join the City’s Most Beloved Pastime
Learn how foreigners can join real Chengdu mahjong games—even with no Chinese. Discover tea houses, parks & neighborhoods where locals welcome beginners. Play for ¥5, make friends, and taste true Chengdu slow life.
cometodolphinunion
4 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Chengdu Teahouses: Where Foreign Travelers Can Truly Taste the City’s Slow Life
Discover 5 real Chengdu teahouses where foreigners can sip ¥10 jasmine tea, try ear cleaning, play mahjong, and live like locals. No tourist traps—just bamboo chairs, slow life, and free refills.
DolphinUnion
6 min read
The Best Chengdu-Area Ancient Towns for Foreign Travelers: Skip the Fake Streets, Find the Real Charm
Skip fake alleys! Discover 10 real ancient towns near Chengdu—free entry, authentic food, and zero crowds (if you go smart). Local-tested guide for foreign travelers with transport tips & food recs.
cometodolphinunion
5 min read
96 Hours in Chengdu: The Perfect Itinerary for Foreign Travelers Who Want More Than Just Pandas
The ultimate 4-day Chengdu itinerary for foreigners: pandas, Sichuan opera, river cruises, hidden bars & day trips to Dujiangyan. Local-tested, crowd-avoiding, and full of real flavor.
DolphinUnion
5 min read
5 Secret Walking Routes in Chengdu for Foreign Travelers Who Hate Tourist Crowds
Skip crowded Kuanzhai Alley! Discover 5 secret walking routes in Chengdu with local markets, riverside cafes, and zero tourists. Perfect for foreign travelers who want real Sichuan life in 2025.
DolphinUnion
5 min read
Best Places to See Giant Pandas in Sichuan: A Local’s Guide for Foreign Travelers
A local’s honest comparison of all 6 panda bases in Sichuan—Chengdu, Dujiangyan, Wolong, Ya’an & more. Avoid crowds, save time, and see real pandas. Perfect for foreign travelers in 2025.
DolphinUnion
4 min read
Chengdu Digital Shopping Guide for Foreign Travelers: Where Locals Buy Phones & Laptops
Discover where locals buy phones & laptops in Chengdu. Safe, affordable tech markets for foreign travelers—avoid scams, save money, and shop like a Chengdu resident in 2025.
cometodolphinunion
3 min read
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