Sichuan and Chongqing: Places to Explore
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Chongqing and the Yangtze River
After decades of lobbying for special economic status, in 1997 Beijing finally allowed Chongqing to formally separate from Sichuan. This maneuver facilitated Chongqing's rise from a stunted onetime capital... Read more
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Sichuan
Throughout history, Sichuan has been known as the "Storehouse of Heaven," due not only to its abundance of flora and fauna, but also to its varied cuisine, culture, and customs.... Geographically, it's dominated... Read more
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Travel Deals in Sichuan and Chongqing
- May deal: Motel 168 (Chengdu Jiuyanqiao) Fr $31+/Nt Expedia
- Jinjiang Inn (Chengdu Wenshufang) in May: $30 & Up Expedia
- Save Big This May! Book 3 Nts in Chengdu Fr $30+/Nt — $30 Expedia
- Chengdu Savings! Book at Somerset Riverview Chengdu Fr $130+/Nt — $130 Expedia
- May deal: Crowne Plaza Chengdu City Center Fr $144+/Nt — $144 Expedia
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