Stepping off the plane in Chengdu, you'll find that the city's airports are a perfect prelude to the city's balance of heritage and modernity. They are vibrant worlds in their own right, bustling with life and offering a wide variety of services, from shopping to gastronomy inspired by Chengdu's UNSECO-recognised cuisine.

The airports serve as critical links to other key cities such as Chongqing, Kunming and Tibet, operating pioneering direct trains running deep into Western China. Also, the presence of branches from over 300 Fortune 500 companies has made Chengdu a major hub for business travellers from across the globe. As you take this first step onto Chengdu terrain, you'll quickly understand why it's considered one of China's most liveable and intriguing cities.