Chengdu is located on the edge of the fertile plains of the Red Basin in China's Sichuan Province. Chengdu is also one of the most important economic centers, transportation and communication hubs in Western China.
The city of Chengdu is home to China's living treasures the Giant Panda. The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a non-pro t research and breeding facility for giant pandas and other rare animals.
Jinli Ancient Street is part of the old city of Chengdu; it features hotels and small stores in old-fashioned style. It is very popular among both tourists and locals, especially at night, with many bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.
Development in Central and West China
In 2010, foreign trade in central and western China increased at a rate of 45%, which was higher than the growth speed in East China, 25% around. Companies such as FOXCONN, have transferred from southeast coastal regions to central and western regions like Henan, Hubei, Sichuan or other provinces. This trend will probably bring new competitive advantages to foreign trade or industry in China.
