Wrapping up Chengdu

As I prepare to depart Chengdu, I find that I will miss it.  I didn't know what to expect (other than great food and pandas), but see that there is a lot more to the city.  The people are all fabulous and friendly, starting with the stranger who gave me a ride to my hotel, and the city is full of great sites, culture, and history.

Here are a few final views of Chengdu.

Bicycles waiting at the subway stop

Walkways and parks along the river

 Jianfu Square, the center of the city

Celebrating life (and the new year)

 Statues decorating the high-end shopping district

Post office, open and accessible on Sunday afternoon

Monks on [rental] bikes

 A few more panda pics

 And, goodbye to Chengdu

Until we meet again