In 311 BC Chengdu was officially established. Today we explore Chengbei. Chengbei means city north. It is a town in Jiange County Sichuan province.
Chengdu has a rich history stretching back over 3000 years. It stands as the capital of Sichuan Province. Its climate is monsoon-influenced. Subtropical weather creates mild winters and moderate summers. Rainfall averages about 997mm. The area enjoys an average of 1073 sunshine hours each year.
Chengbei in Chengdu is not just a modern suburb. It is a living testament to China’s dynamic growth. Chengdu was identified by Forbes and Fortune. The World Bank also took note. It was listed as a “Benchmark City for Investment Environment in Inland China”. It is also considered one of China’s most livable cities.
Let’s delve deeper into Chengdu’s economic prowess. In 2022 its Foreign Trade Volume increased. It reached RMB 1000.73 billion a 6.1% rise from the previous year. By February 2022 Chengdu had approved 566 new foreign-funded enterprises. Cumulative foreign direct investment reached $25.9 billion. An impressive 377 Fortune Global 500 companies have set up offices here.
The Chengdu Plain is famous for its fertile lands. It boasts an irrigation system dating back thousands of years. This makes it a major agricultural hub. It produces grain including rice and wheat. The area also cultivates cash crops. Rapeseed citrus fruits peaches sugar cane and sweet potatoes thrive here. Pork and raw silk are also significant products.
But Chengdu is not just about agriculture and manufacturing. The service sector dominates its economy. It accounts for 50% of the economy. It is predicted to reach 60% within the next decade. Tourism is also a vital sector. Both domestic and global travelers flock to Chengdu. UNESCO recognized Chengdu as a Creative City in 2010.
Chengdu plays a key role in education and research. Southwest China has the greatest number of universities and research institutes. This includes Sichuan University and the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China.
Chengdu boasts not one but two international airports. These are Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. This makes it the 3rd city in China with two such airports.
Chengdu ranks high on the Global Financial Centres Index. It holds the 69th position globally and 6th among Chinese cities.
As we conclude our visit to Chengbei remember Chengdu’s blend of history. Its modern economic strength and cultural richness define it. It is truly a city of abundance and opportunity. Chengdu is a city that continues to evolve. It is a city that embraces its past while striding confidently into the future.