Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province benefits from an excellent reputation not only among China expatriates but also among Chinese people. Many Chinese individuals and families come from major cities such as Beijing or Shanghai to settle down and benefit from the recent modernity and dynamic economy of the place and its unparallel quality of life. More than 11 million people live here in a "xiuxian" (relaxed) atmosphere, the food is " spicy " and considered one of the best in China (Chengdu's famous hotpot will leave you breathing fire!), and the climate is sub-tropical with distinctive four seasons.

Chengdu counts now more than 8000 foreign residents (Chengdu PSB source). Most of them come from Singapore, Hong-Kong, Korea, Japan, USA, U.K, France, Germany and Australia.
The majority is working for the many foreign Chengdu enterprises, many are teachers or students. Chengdu's potential, its high competitiveness and performing education system ranks the city among the most attractive and performing cities in China.

Sichuan province increase rate 2007: 14.2% (Chinese government source)

The Sichuan province is also a much valued destination for tourists. Many sites like the natural reserve of JiuZaiGou, the Leshan Grand Buddha, Emei and Quingsheng Mounts, the Chengdu Panda Research Center, encount for its exceptional international reputation.

Chengdu's geographical location is also a strategic and ideal starting point for travelling around China other and many Asian countries. The international airport has direct flights to Bangkok at very low cost and from there to all the other capitals in Asia. There is a semi-direct line to Paris and KLM has recently opened a direct Chengdu-Amsterdam line.

Chengdu is not only the heart of China but makes every other destination possible.