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2025 Chengdu Marathon

2025 Chengdu MarathonOver the past seven years (not counting COVID cancellations), the Chengdu Marathon has attracted around 230,000 runners, becoming an emerging power in the marathon race series in China.Just as last year, the 2025 race will have a limited

2025 Chengdu Job Fair for Foreigners

2025 Chengdu Job Fair for Foreigners • Looking to take the next step in your career in China?The 2025 Chengdu Job Fair for Foreigners is right around the corner — and this year’s event is shaping up to be our biggest

Must-See Tourist Attractions in Chengdu

From the modern and renewed Panda Base to the historic and tranquil Wenshu Monastery, there are so many must-see tourist attractions in Chengdu, that reflect the city’s fascinating culture and charm. After a day of exploring, why not also check

Start Your First English Football Class at Little Kickers

What is Little KickersLittle Kickers was established in London (UK) in 2002 and now is the world’s largest provider of pre-school football classes. We are dedicated to providing all pre-school children from 18 months to 7 years old with a

Léman International School Open Days

Léman International School Chengdu, one of the city’s longest standing and respected international schools are holding a series of immersive Open Day experiences –  to showcase what makes the school so exceptional.The Open Days for different age groups will be

International Consulate Closes it’s Chengdu Branch

🇵🇱 Polish Consulate Chengdu Closure: What You Need to KnowSad news for the international community in Southwest China: the Polish Consulate Chengdu closure is now official. As of March 31, 2025, the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland has

How to Use Didi (Chinese Uber) in China?

As China’s premier car-hailing platform, DiDi delivers a user-friendly experience tailored for international travelers:Complete English Interface: A fully localized English app for easy navigation.International Phone Registration: Quick sign-up with overseas mobile numbers.Flexible Payment Methods: Support for international cards, Alipay, and WeChat payments.Seamless Alipay/WeChat

2025 Guide for Foreigners in China

• To facilitate foreign business expatriates working and living in China, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with relevant government departments, have compiled A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business

The Starwish Gala Fundraiser

March 29: The Starwish Gala Fundraiser ⭐ Highlights of the Night ⭐Live Bands – Immerse yourself in soulful melodiesExquisite Italian Dining – A gourmet experience to savorDance Under the Stars – A magical ambiance awaitsThrilling Raffles – Win exclusive prizesSpecial

The 112th China Food & Drinks Fair (Chengdu)

​Events       🍶        Explore  🥂 The 112th China Food & Drinks Fair Comes to Chengdu This MarchThe 112th China Food & Drinks Fair (also known as “Tángjiǔhuì 糖酒会” or Sugar and Wine) is the largest alcoholic beverage trade fair in

Air China to Resume Chengdu-Paris Route

✈️ Air China Chengdu Paris Flight 2025: Route Resumes This SpringGood news for travelers and aviation enthusiasts! The Air China Chengdu Paris 2025 route will resume its service starting April 28, 2025. This long-awaited Air China Chengdu Paris flight will

Seeing Clearly in Chengdu: Understanding Refractive Errors

Events         🏥          Explore   • Correcting your vision can be life-changing – and it can happen in a safe, and international hospital environment, right here in Chengdu.• This article will explain what refractive errors are, and why they are

Uninsured in Chengdu? Tailor-made Plans For All Lifestyles

Events       💡        Explore  • China has changed, and many of us, especially in Chengdu aren’t on a traditional “expat package” with full insurance and welfare, but there are many options to keep us covered for accidents and illnesses,

Italian Restaurants in Chengdu

 Pizza, Pasta and Plenty of choice.Here’s our comprehensive list of all the Italian restaurants in the City:Gli Azzuri Gli Azzurri, Italian Restaurant, most likely the best Italian in Chengdu, brought to you by a former Ritz-Carlton Chef.Before located in iBox,

Outdoor Activities for Families in Chengdu

Are you looking for some weekend activities in the Chengdu area that are suitable for children? Check out our list of Chengdu’s most popular attractions and theme parks suitable for the whole family.Happy Valley Chengdu 成都欢乐谷 Located in Chengdu’s Jinniu

Visa Application Centres and Contact Details in Chengdu

Exit and Entry Administration Divisions of Chenghua, Jinjiang, Jinniu, Qingbaijiang, Qingyang, Shuangliu and Wuhou districts, Hi-tech zone, and Tianfu New Areas PSB have set up the application counters for the convenience of foreigner’s visa applications.

Are these 5 Local Chengdu Restaurants Overrated?

Chengdu is a UNESCO World City of Gastronomy and is globally renowned for its rich, flavorful cuisine. With tens of thousands of restaurants and mouth-watering food on nearly every corner, the city offers an overwhelming number of choices. But here’s

The Best of Chengdu – 2024 Chengdu-Expat Awards Winners

The winners are in! A huge thank you to everyone who voted in this year’s Chengdu-Expat Awards. After 3 weeks of nominations, voting and the judging – we can finally reveal who you chose to celebrate this year in the city! Just like

March 21: CDIS Open House

Join us to get a glimpse of Chengdu International School! Welcome any interested parents to the event to know of our principals and teachers, and learn about the school life!We will provide a school overview and insight for prospective parents

Hair Salons and Barbershops in Chengdu

 Finding a worthy hairdresser or barber to entrust your locks into can be complicated even without a language and a culture barrier  We often resort to screenshots of the style we want or shots from a few angles of our last good