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About Chengdu
Chengdu is located in China, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is one of the most populous cities in the world with a population of around 13,568,357. It runs on Asia/Shanghai time, currently UTC+8:00 relative to UTC. Chengdu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryChina
- Population13,568,357
- Latitude30.6667°
- Longitude104.0667°
- Time zoneAsia/Shanghai
- Current UTC offsetUTC+8:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Chengdu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Chengdu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Chengdu
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Top Places to Visit in Chengdu
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is the city's best-known attraction and one of the world's leading panda conservation and research facilities, home to giant pandas as well as the smaller, less famous red panda. Wooded enclosures designed to mimic natural habitat let pandas roam, climb and, most popularly with visitors, eat enormous quantities of bamboo at a relaxed pace. Pandas are most active in the cooler morning hours, so an early arrival, ideally at opening time, gives the best chance of seeing them awake and moving rather than napping in the shade, which is how they spend much of the afternoon. The base also runs breeding and research programs not visible to the public, alongside the viewing areas open to visitors.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, take Metro Line 10 to Taipingyuan station, transfer to Line 3, and ride to Xiongmao Avenue (Panda Avenue) station; the full journey takes about 80 minutes.
From Chengdu East Railway Station, take Metro Line 7 to Dumaqiao station and transfer to Line 3 toward Panda Avenue station.
From Xinnanmen long-distance bus station, take Metro Line 3 directly toward Panda Avenue station.
Wuhou Shrine
Wuhou Shrine honors Zhuge Liang, the legendary military strategist and chancellor of the Shu Kingdom during China's Three Kingdoms period, along with Liu Bei, Shu's founding emperor, whose tomb sits within the same grounds. The temple complex, first built in the 3rd century and reconstructed multiple times since, is one of the most significant Three Kingdoms-era historical sites in China, filled with statues, steles and calligraphy tied to the era's key figures. For visitors less familiar with Three Kingdoms history, the temple's halls and gardens are still worth a walk for their architecture and quiet atmosphere, distinct from Chengdu's busier commercial streets. It sits directly beside Jinli Ancient Street, so most visitors combine the two into a single outing.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, take Metro Line 10 to Taipingyuan station, transfer to Line 3, and ride to Gaoshengqiao or Hongpailou station, both a short walk from the shrine.
From Chengdu East Railway Station, take Metro Line 2, transfer as needed toward the Wuhou/Jinli area, or take Line 7 to Dumaqiao and transfer to Line 3.
From Xinnanmen bus station, take Metro Line 3 a short distance toward Gaoshengqiao station, near the shrine's entrance.
Jinli Ancient Street
Jinli Ancient Street, built in a late-Qing-dynasty style right beside Wuhou Shrine, is one of Chengdu's oldest and most atmospheric commercial streets, lined with wooden shopfronts, red lanterns, teahouses and stalls selling local snacks and handicrafts. It's often described as the busiest and most photogenic street in the city, especially after dark when lanterns light up the narrow lanes and street performers add to the atmosphere. Popular snacks to try along the way include sweet potato balls, fried sticky rice and local candied fruit skewers, and the street's teahouses offer a chance to sit and rest between stalls. It functions as a shopping street more than a historical site in the strict sense, but its architecture and setting make it worth the walk regardless.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, take Metro Line 10 to Taipingyuan station, transfer to Line 3, and ride to Gaoshengqiao or Hongpailou station, a short walk from the street's entrance.
From Chengdu East Railway Station, take Metro Line 7 to Dumaqiao and transfer to Line 3 toward the Wuhou/Jinli area.
From Xinnanmen bus station, take Metro Line 3 a short distance toward Gaoshengqiao station.
Kuanzhai Alley (Wide and Narrow Alleys)
Kuanzhai Alley is a trio of parallel historic lanes, Wide Alley, Narrow Alley and Well Alley, lined with Qing-dynasty-style courtyard buildings that now house teahouses, restaurants, boutique shops and bars. Originally built as a Manchu garrison quarter in the early 1700s, the area was extensively restored in the 2000s and is now one of Chengdu's most popular spots for an evening out, especially for people-watching from a traditional teahouse with a cup of tea and an ear-cleaning treatment, a small local specialty. It gets crowded, particularly on weekends, but the crowds are part of the atmosphere as much as the architecture. It sits close to the city center, making it an easy add-on to a day that includes People's Park or Tianfu Square.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, take Metro Line 10 to Taipingyuan station, transfer to Line 3, ride to Luomashi station, then transfer to Line 4, or walk from Luomashi.
From Chengdu East Railway Station, take Metro Line 2 toward the city center and transfer to Line 4 at Luomashi station, right by the alley.
From Xinnanmen bus station, take Metro Line 3 toward Luomashi station and transfer to Line 4, or walk from People's Park.
Du Fu Thatched Cottage
Du Fu Thatched Cottage marks the site where Du Fu, one of the most celebrated poets in Chinese history, lived for about four years in the 8th century after fleeing the An Lushan Rebellion. The current complex is a later reconstruction rather than the poet's original hut, set within landscaped gardens of bamboo groves, ponds and traditional pavilions that evoke the rural retreat Du Fu wrote about in his poetry from this period. Exhibition halls display his poems alongside historical context on Tang-dynasty literary culture, and the gardens themselves are peaceful enough to justify a visit even without deep familiarity with his work. It's a quieter, more contemplative stop compared to Chengdu's livelier commercial streets, and pairs well with a visit to the nearby Jinsha Site Museum.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, take Metro Line 10 to Taipingyuan station, transfer to Line 4 toward the Du Fu Thatched Cottage area.
From Chengdu East Railway Station, take Metro Line 2 toward the city center and transfer to Line 4 toward Du Fu Thatched Cottage station.
From Xinnanmen bus station, take Metro Line 3 to a central interchange and transfer to Line 4 toward Du Fu Thatched Cottage station.
China National Holidays
2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thu, Jan 1 |
| Spring Festival | Tue, Feb 17 |
| Qingming Festival | Sat, Apr 4 |
| Labour Day | Fri, May 1 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Fri, Jun 19 |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Fri, Sep 25 |
| National Day | Thu, Oct 1 |
2027
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Spring Festival | Sat, Feb 6 |
| Qingming Festival | Sun, Apr 4 |
| Labour Day | Sat, May 1 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Wed, Jun 9 |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Wed, Sep 15 |
| National Day | Fri, Oct 1 |
2028
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Sat, Jan 1 |
| Spring Festival | Wed, Jan 26 |
| Qingming Festival | Tue, Apr 4 |
| Labour Day | Mon, May 1 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Sun, May 28 |
| National Day | Sun, Oct 1 |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Tue, Oct 3 |
2029
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Mon, Jan 1 |
| Spring Festival | Tue, Feb 13 |
| Qingming Festival | Wed, Apr 4 |
| Labour Day | Tue, May 1 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Sat, Jun 16 |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Sat, Sep 22 |
| National Day | Mon, Oct 1 |
2030
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Tue, Jan 1 |
| Spring Festival | Sun, Feb 3 |
| Qingming Festival | Thu, Apr 4 |
| Labour Day | Wed, May 1 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | Wed, Jun 5 |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | Thu, Sep 12 |
| National Day | Tue, Oct 1 |
Daylight Saving Time
Chengdu does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+8:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Chengdu
What time zone is Chengdu in?
Chengdu, China uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone. It is currently on CST (UTC+8:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Chengdu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Chengdu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+8:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Chengdu today?
The sun rises at 7:02 AM and sets at 6:38 PM in Chengdu today, giving 11h 36m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Chengdu and New York City?
New York City is 12 hours behind Chengdu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Chengdu?
Chengdu is currently UTC+8:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.