Was it a bird? Was it a plane? No, it is the emblem of Chengdu. Right before us stands the \u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5316\u9057\u4ea7\u6807\u5fd7\u7eaa\u5ff5\u96d5\u5851 Sculpture. It marks a significant piece of Chengdu’s cultural identity. This sculpture represents more than meets the eye.
This sculpture embodies Chengdu’s rich history. The emblem on it represents the city. It was chosen as the symbol of China Cultural Heritage in 2005. The State Administration of Cultural Heritage made that choice. It is more than just a pretty picture.
The emblem features a circular gold leaf. Upon it are four flying birds surrounding the sun. You might recognize it from around the city. It is on souvenirs. You can see it on TV. It even appears on the overpass of People’s Road South. This road leads to Shuangliu International Airport. So, the \u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5316\u9057\u4ea7\u6807\u5fd7\u7eaa\u5ff5\u96d5\u5851 Sculpture is quite a common sight here.
The design comes from a gold-leaf sunbird. The sunbird is believed to be about 3000 years old. It was found at the Jinsha Ruins in Chengdu in 2001. These ruins are one of Sichuan’s most important finds. They came after the Sanxingdui Ruins were found in Guanghan in 1929.
The \u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5316\u9057\u4ea7\u6807\u5fd7\u7eaa\u5ff5\u96d5\u5851 Sculpture links Chengdu to its past. It also shows the city’s ambition. In 2018, Chengdu decided to become a world cultural city. Chengdu has increased its efforts to globalize. It has held many international cultural and sports events. These efforts lay the groundwork. They help Chengdu become a world-famous tourist destination. That is according to Guo Degang. He is an official with the Chengdu Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio and Tourism.
Chengdu’s cultural tourism includes giant pandas. It also includes the Three Kingdoms culture. Poetry, leisure, food, and fashion all play a role too. The Jinsha Ruins are important. The Temple of Marquis Wu is significant. So is the Du Fu Thatched Cottage. These represent Chengdu’s Three Kingdoms culture and poetry culture. So, the \u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5316\u9057\u4ea7\u6807\u5fd7\u7eaa\u5ff5\u96d5\u5851 Sculpture is surrounded by other landmarks.
Imagine the artisans who crafted the original sunbird. Picture the city growing around this emblem. It is a reminder of Chengdu’s lasting heritage. It is a symbol of its bright future.
The \u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5316\u9057\u4ea7\u6807\u5fd7\u7eaa\u5ff5\u96d5\u5851 Sculpture embodies Chengdu’s spirit. It connects the past and the future. The flying birds remind us to soar high. They invite us to discover the cultural treasures of Chengdu.