Chengdu is a fertile plain situated in the Sichuan province. The land is known as the "Land of Milk and Honey" as there is good agricultural produce. the city is divided by the Fulan river, though boat traffic is no longer there.
Transportation in Chengdu - Air
Chengdu Airport is situated 20 km outside of Chengdu and is one of the main air hubs in the whole of China. It ranks 5th in terms of passenger volume. The airport is served by flights connecting the major cities in China as well as some international destinations like Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Singapore and Osaka. It is also connected with smaller cities within the Sichuan province, including Jiuzhaigou.
Transportation in Chengdu - Train
The Chengdu railway station is situated in the north of the city and a taxi ride takes 15 Yuan to the city center.
Transportation in Chengdu - Bus
Chengdu is served by three bus stations, serving different destinations. these include:
- Chadianzi Bus Station - meant for journey to Songpan and the Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve.
- Xinnanmen Bus Station - situated near the traffic hotel, the bus station has daily bus services going to
- Leshan, Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve and Mount Emei and also Kangding in Kham
- Wuguqiao Bus Station - connecting Chongqing
Transportation in Chengdu - Getting Around
There is an extensive bus services plying the streets of Chengdu. At each bus stop, one get to see a list of bus lines serving the road. Taxis are also available with meter. One can also get into bicycle propelled pedicabs for shorter rides. One can also hire bicycle in most guest houses. Chengdu is having a subway system under construction.
travel.mapsofworld.com provides online information on Transportation in Chengdu as well as Chengdu Travel.
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