Chengdu, a city that you don't want to leave when you come. For Taiwanese friends, a direct flight to Chengdu only takes over three hours, which is closer than flying to Tokyo. But it was only here that I realized that the "slowness" in Chengdu is the most addictive thing. This time, I took six days off for myself. Without rushing or checking in, I immersed myself in tea houses and sat in front of hotpot, truly becoming a 'Chengdu native'.

Must see before departure: Preparation checklist for Taiwanese compatriots to come to Chengdu

Departing from Taiwan to Chengdu, the procedures are actually not complicated. Bring along theTaiwan Resident Travel Permit(commonly known as the Compatriot Permit) and confirm that it is valid for more than 6 months. If your documents have expired or you are going there for the first time, you can first find a travel agency to handle it in Taiwan, or you can apply for a one-time Taiwan Compatriot Certificate at the port after landing. Chengdu Shuangliu Airport and Tianfu Airport both have direct flights, and it takes about 3.5 hours to arrive from Songshan and Taoyuan.

The subway network in Chengdu covers almost all popular attractions, and downloading the "Tianfu Tong" app allows you to swipe codes and take the train. The starting price of taking a taxi is so cheap that it is touching, and when a few people travel together, it is even more cost-effective than Taipei Metro. In terms of network, it is recommended to buy a flow card in the mainland in advance or open roaming. WeChat payment and Alipay can be used by binding a Taiwan credit card, without too much cash.

Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area Special Reminder: If you plan to go to Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area from Chengdu,high-speed railway is the first choice. The fastest way from Chengdu East Railway Station to Huanglong Jiuzhai Railway Station is onlyone hour and 39 minutes