Dazu Rock Carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, is a stunning collection of Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian rock carvings dating back to the 7th century. With over 50,000 statues and 100,000 inscriptions, it represents the pinnacle of Chinese grotto art.
The Jinsha Site Museum, built on the 3,000-year-old ruins of ancient Shu Kingdom (12th–7th century BCE), showcases China's richest collection of gold, jade, and ivory relics. A UNESCO-listed site featuring the iconic "Sun Bird" gold foil, it reveals Chengdu's origins as a Bronze Age metropolis.
The Dujiangyan Irrigation System, built in 256 BC, is the world’s oldest dam-free hydraulic engineering project. Located in Sichuan, it still irrigates 6.7 million acres of farmland, earning Chengdu the title "Land of Abundance". A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.
Stone Forest in Kunming, Yunnan, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 270-million-year-old karst formations. Known as the "First Wonder of the World," its towering limestone pillars, ethnic Yi culture, and iconic "Ashima" legend attract millions. A must-see for geology enthusiasts and photographers.
The Palace Museum, known as the Forbidden City, is the world's largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex. Built in 1420, it served as home to 24 Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features stunning traditional architecture and priceless cultural treasures.
