Sichuan is the home of Giant Pandas. The Giant Pandas you might have seen in Smithsonian National Zoological Park came from there. There is only less than 1000 giant pandas survived in the world and 85% of them are found in Sichuan Province. Chengdu Giant Panda Research Base, which is located in the capital of Sichuan, is one of the most important centers in the world for the captive conservation of the Giant Panda.  

Sichuan is also well-known for its food. Characterized by spicy and pungent flavors, Sichuan Cuisine is famous all over the world. In Sichuan, almost any restaurant can offer you delicious dishes as eating has rich culture there and almost everyone is a good cooker. Typical menu items include Hot Pot, Mapo Dofu and Kung Pao Chicken. There are a wide variety of dishes you can choose from. It is said that one who does not experience Shichuan food has never reached Sichuan.

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