Chengdu

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/chengdu

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1. Where is Chengdu?Central Sichuan province, People's Republic of China
2. How many people live in Chengdu?20,937,757 (2020 census)
3. How big is Chengdu?12,390 square kilometers (4,784 sq mi)
4. What is the capital of Chengdu?Chengdu is the provincial capital of Sichuan
5. What language do people speak in Chengdu?Standard Mandarin Chinese is the official language; Sichuanese dialect is widely spoken
6. When was Chengdu built?4th century BC by the Kingdom of Shu

Sichuanese Cuisine: A diverse regional Chinese cuisine known for its bold flavors, particularly the use of garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns.
UNESCO City of Gastronomy: A designation within UNESCO's Creative Cities Network, recognizing cities that use gastronomy as a driver for sustainable urban development.
Mala: A distinctive flavor profile in Sichuan cuisine characterized by the combination of numb (ma) from Sichuan peppercorns and hot (la) from chili peppers.
Sanxingdui Culture: An ancient Bronze Age culture in Sichuan province, known for its unique and enigmatic artifacts, predating the established historical dynasties.