Sichuan University: Ancient Texts Come Alive Through Digital Innovation
Sichuan University Library, the largest in Southwest China, houses over 260,000 ancient books, including rare treasures like the Qing Dynasty 'Sichuan Complete Map,' a millennium-old Dunhuang manuscript, and the Kangxi-era 'Mustard Seed Garden Manual of Painting.' To revitalize these collections, the library employs digital technologies and interactive exhibitions. Initiatives like the 'Yu Shang·Chengdu' web application use AI to connect historical maps with modern locations, allowing users to explore ancient Chengdu. Through specialized display halls and digital empowerment, the library transforms static artifacts into accessible experiences, ensuring cultural heritage lives on for contemporary readers.
2026-09-14 18:12:50Sichuan Guardian: 8 Years Protecting 412 Ancient Cypress Trees
Zhang Yufu, an ecological forest ranger in Guangyuan, Sichuan, has spent eight years protecting 412 ancient cypress trees along the Shu Road. Recently honored as a "China Good Person," Zhang patrols over ten kilometers daily, addressing risks like fire, pests, and tourist misconduct. He maintains detailed records for each tree and actively educates locals on fire prevention. Despite challenges, his dedication has ensured zero damage to the trees under his care. Viewing the ancient cypresses as old friends and cultural heritage, Zhang remains committed to his duty, balancing family life with his passion for preserving this historic forest.
2026-09-14 18:12:35Sichuan Reserve Uses Smart Cameras to Track Wild Pandas
The Meigu Dafengding National Nature Reserve in Sichuan has captured valuable footage of wild giant pandas using newly installed smart monitoring devices. These five real-time infrared cameras automatically transmit images to servers day and night, eliminating the need for manual retrieval of storage cards. This technological advancement significantly improves monitoring efficiency, reduces workload for rangers, and saves resources. The reserve plans to expand the network of smart devices next year to further enhance the protection of rare wildlife through technology.
2026-09-14 18:12:22Sichuan's Kongshan Cattle: How a Local Breed Fuels Rural Revitalization
The Fifth Kongshan Cow Competition in Tongjiang County, Sichuan, highlighted the breed's role in rural revitalization. Recognized as China's 57th local yellow cattle variety in 2024, Kongshan cows have significantly boosted farmers' incomes through government subsidies and industrial development. Innovations like the domestic first 'Kongshan Cow No. 1' breeding chip have shortened breeding cycles by 10-15 years and reduced costs by 40%. With a herd of 12,500 in 2025, the industry now extends to deep processing, with products entering major supermarkets, balancing genetic conservation with commercial expansion.
2026-09-14 17:48:27Sichuan: AI and Robots Emerge as New Faces at Battery Conference
At the 2026 World Power Battery Conference, humanoid robot company Galaxy General emerged as a new participant, highlighting the critical role of power batteries in robot performance and commercialization. The event showcased deepening collaboration between AI and battery sectors, exemplified by a joint lab established by Galaxy General, Peking University, and CATL. AI is reshaping the battery industry by enabling smart charging services and accelerating R&D, such as discovering new solid-state electrolytes. As battery applications expand beyond electric vehicles to low-altitude economies, robotics, and other fields, more cross-industry participants are expected at future conferences.
2026-09-10 14:37:56Sichuan: How Adaptive Batteries Are Reshaping Energy at 2026 World Conference
The 2026 World Power Battery Conference opened in Yibin on September 3, attracting over 200 domestic and international enterprises. The exhibition, spanning more than 50,000 square meters, featured themed zones covering the power battery and material supply chain, international exhibits, energy storage, embodied intelligence, low-altitude economy, and new energy vehicles. It showcased cutting-edge technologies and innovative products in these fields. A notable trend observed is that power batteries are increasingly adapting to diverse scenarios and specific user needs, signaling significant shifts in how they serve various production and lifestyle applications.
2026-09-10 14:37:26Esports and Anime Boost Summer Tourism in Sichuan
The 'Bashu Star Tour' Digital-Tourism Fusion Esports Carnival, guided by the Sichuan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, has concluded. Integrating online esports with offline anime exhibitions, the event aimed to convert youth traffic into physical consumption. Featuring 'Valorant' as the official game, it established a five-tier provincial tournament system involving over 1,000 participants from 16 cities. The finals coincided with the 30th ComiDay in Chengdu, fostering interaction between esports and anime communities. This fusion model enhanced offline experiences for gamers and boosted revenue for local entertainment venues like internet cafes.
2026-09-09 16:32:38Sichuan Promotes "Film Tourism" at Moscow Travel Expo
Sichuan Province showcased its "Beautiful Tianfu, Comfortable Sichuan" tourism brand at the International Leisure Travel Exhibition in Moscow. The exhibit featured a "Follow Movies to Travel" theme, linking films like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon with local attractions such as Jiuzhaigou and Sanxingdui. Sichuan also promoted the Bashu Cultural Corridor with Chongqing, displaying cultural products and interactive panda activities. Capitalizing on visa-free policies, Sichuan targeted Russian tourists with wellness and culinary experiences, highlighting emerging destinations like Panxi and Liangshan. The event facilitated business connections, resulting in one signed partnership and ten potential clients, as Sichuan aims to deepen cooperation in European and Central Asian markets.
2026-09-09 16:32:29Sichuan: Qiang Heritage Comes Alive at 10th Salang Festival
The 10th Salang Carnival and Autumn Qiang Mountain Hiking Season officially launched at Jiuhuang Mountain on September 5, running until October 31. The event focuses on the living inheritance of Qiang intangible cultural heritage, featuring immersive folk experiences such as Salang traditional song and dance, stone blessings, and wedding performances. Two hiking trails cater to different skill levels, combining outdoor sports with natural scenery and cultural creativity.Highlighted by evening bonfire ceremonies and intangible cultural heritage fire pot performances, the festival allows visitors to engage directly with Qiang traditions, offering a vibrant cultural tourism experience for guests from across China.
2026-09-09 16:32:29Airbus Forecasts 8,830 New Jets for China as Sichuan Supply Chain Expands
Airbus predicts China will need 8,830 new passenger aircraft over the next 20 years, accounting for over 20% of global demand. Despite short-term challenges, China's aviation market shows resilience with steady passenger growth. Airbus highlights that high-speed rail complements rather than hinders air travel, particularly benefiting long-haul routes and regions like Chengdu-Chongqing due to terrain constraints. In Sichuan, Airbus is advancing its industrial chain layout, notably through its Chengdu-based aircraft lifecycle service center, the first outside Europe. The company maintains strong ties with local airlines like Sichuan Airlines and continues to expand its ecosystem in pilot training and supply chain cooperation.
2026-09-09 16:31:18Sichuan's Micang Avenue Cuts Travel Time to 1 Hour
The Micang Avenue in Bazhong, Sichuan Province, is set to officially open on October 1. This new east-west expressway will reduce travel time between the Nuoshui River and Guangwushan scenic areas from nearly four hours to about one hour. As the only horizontal rapid channel in northern Bazhong, it connects seven major tourist attractions, including the Guangwushan 5A Scenic Area and Nuoshui River World Geopark. The road also links with major highways, facilitating faster access to tourist sites in Shaanxi and other Sichuan cities. Serving as the core of the "Micang Gallery" scenic route, it aims to boost local tourism and improve transportation for over 200,000 residents.
2026-09-09 16:31:09Ya'an, Sichuan: Diplomats Explore Panda Habitat and Tea Culture
The 'Ya'an Dialogue with the World' cultural exchange event launched in Ya'an on September 8. Organized by the China International Communications Group and the Ya'an Municipal Party Committee Publicity Department, the four-day event invites diplomats, experts, and international youth to explore Ya'an's ecology and culture under the theme 'Perceiving the Lungs of Tianfu, Listening to Panda Ya'an.' Participants will visit panda bases, tea mountains, and scenic areas. The launch also introduced an English terminology database and a bilingual website to enhance Ya'an's global communication.
2026-09-09 16:29:28Sichuan: Senior University Opens 450 Classes for Fall Term
Sichuan University for the Elderly commenced its autumn semester on September 7, with 450 classes opening simultaneously at the main campus and Chengnan teaching point. The main campus offers 396 classes across eight departments, including vocal music, dance, and IT, catering to diverse learning needs. The Chengnan point, serving over 1,300 students, expanded its facilities and added 14 new classes, such as AI and family finance. Silver-age volunteers provided on-site assistance to ensure smooth operations. Additionally, a week-long opening series featuring creative check-ins, games, and health consultations was held at the main campus playground to celebrate the new term.
2026-09-09 16:29:11Sichuan Trade: Imports Hit Record High as Total Growth Reaches 6.1%
Sichuan's foreign trade reached 724.32 billion yuan in the first eight months of the year, a 6.1% year-on-year increase. While exports fell 3.7% to 394.78 billion yuan, imports surged 20.7% to a record 329.54 billion yuan. Mechanical and electrical products remained the primary export category, with strong growth in lithium batteries, photovoltaics, and electric vehicles. Imports were dominated by mechanical goods, alongside rapid increases in consumer goods and spodumene. ASEAN was Sichuan's largest trading partner. Notably, the number of active foreign trade entities exceeded 10,000 for the first time, rising 18.5%.
2026-09-09 16:28:02Sichuan Firms Showcase Cultural and Digital Services at Beijing Fair
Over 30 Sichuan enterprises showcased at the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing from September 9 to 13. Under the "Beautiful Sichuan" pavilion, companies like Mingtu Technology and Sichuan Airlines highlighted strengths in cultural tourism, digital creativity, and biomedicine. The exhibit integrated traditional symbols such as Sanxingdui and pandas with immersive digital technologies like AR and holograms. Sichuan also hosted matchmaking events to promote service trade innovation. In 2025, Sichuan's service trade volume reached 144.93 billion yuan, ranking ninth nationally, with first-half exports growing 28.6%.
2026-09-09 16:27:51Sichuan: AI Robots to Perform Traditional Face-Changing Opera
Sichuan Jincheng Zhichuang Technology plans to program AI humanoid robots from Unitree Robotics to perform Sichuan Opera "face-changing." If debugging proceeds smoothly, the public may witness this performance during the October National Day holiday. This initiative is part of the 2026 tech-enhanced version of "Ancient Shu Skyline Journey," a show blending face-changing, ancient Shu civilization, and modern street dance. The project aims to upgrade the performance by integrating AI elements, despite challenges in replicating human joint flexibility. Officials describe it as a dialogue between traditional heritage and modern technology, aiming to attract broader audiences while preserving the art form's essence.
2026-09-02 14:35:17Sichuan: Intangible Heritage Fuels Summer Tourism at Huanglong Temple Fair
From July 26 to 28, the Huanglong Scenic Area hosted the "Pomegranate Blossoms·Huanglong Temple Fair," a provincial intangible cultural heritage event. The fair featured live performances of national-level heritage skills, including Ningxia Hui paper-cutting, Maoxian Qiang embroidery and flute, and Songpan Tibetan Thangka painting. Highlights included traditional bell-ringing, dragon dances, folk songs, and interactive NPC tours blending ancient traditions with modern trends. Aimed at boosting summer tourism, the event showcased multi-ethnic cultural integration among Tibetan, Qiang, Hui, and Han communities, promoting a fusion model of eco-tourism, heritage experience, and folk festivals to drive cultural inheritance and consumption.
2026-09-02 14:35:06Dance Drama Meeting at the Tower Premieres in Sichuan
The original dance drama "Loutai Hui", produced by Ningbo Performing Arts Group, premiered in Chengdu from August 28 to 29. Breaking from linear storytelling, the play condenses Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingta's lifelong joys and sorrows into the night before Zhu's wedding, intertwining reality, memories, and dreams. The production features a unique aesthetic with giant Taihu stones and suspended boats, symbolizing fate and separating lovers through vertical space. The creative team reinterpreted classic characters, portraying Zhu's difficult choices and her father's dilemma between family affection and social norms. This performance marks another stop in the drama's national tour following its debuts in Hangzhou and Xi'an.
2026-09-02 14:35:04Sichuan Opera's 'Hidden Blade': Veterans Back Youth Revival
The Sichuan Opera 'Da Hong Tai,' featuring the unique 'hidden knife' skill, attracted renowned artists Shen Tiemei and Chen Zhilin to Chengdu on August 29. This classic play, centered on a villainous protagonist, was revitalized by a cast of post-90s and post-00s actors, led by Yang Kunhao. The production highlights the growth of young performers who mastered traditional techniques under expert guidance. Shen and Chen praised the youth's dedication and artistic interpretation, viewing the performance as a valuable exploration in inheriting Sichuan Opera and nurturing new talent while maintaining its critical realist essence.
2026-09-02 14:34:56French Musical 'The Red Shoes' Debuts in Chengdu, Sichuan
The French musical 'The Red Shoes,' adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, made its Chengdu debut at Zhongyan Chengdu Grand Theatre from August 28 to 30. As the only stop in Western China for its first China tour, the production features a mature, tragic narrative with expressive French songs and a blend of ballet and modern dance. Lead actor David Dax, known for 'Molière,' returned to Chengdu for this performance. Following this show, other international hits like 'The Phantom of the Opera,' 'Chicago,' and 'SIX' are scheduled to perform in Chengdu later this year.
2026-09-02 14:34:45Sichuan and Chongqing Unite: Poetry Links Ancient Shu Road to Three Gorges
On July 28, the "Magnificent Yangtze, Poetic Three Gorges" promotional event was held at the Baidi City-Qutang Gorge scenic area in Chongqing. Organized by Sichuan and Chongqing to promote the Bashu Cultural Tourism Corridor, the event featured premium travel routes connecting the Yangtze River and ancient Shu roads. Centered on Li Bai's poetry, it highlighted cultural heritage through performances and recommendations from Guangyuan, Mianyang, and other regions. The initiative aims to integrate natural landscapes with historical culture, fostering regional collaboration and enriching tourism products through partnerships with cultural and agricultural businesses.
2026-09-02 14:34:24Sichuan's Jiuzhaigou Valley Reopens Fully, Welcoming 23,000 Visitors on Day One
Jiuzhaigou Valley resumed full operations on July 30, welcoming over 23,000 visitors by 2 p.m. on the first day. Prior to reopening, authorities conducted extensive repairs to damaged infrastructure, including trails and roads, and performed comprehensive geological hazard inspections. Professional assessments confirmed that all attractions and facilities meet safety standards. On opening day, favorable weather highlighted the scenic beauty of clear lakes and waterfalls. With renewed facilities and an operational geological monitoring system, the park ensures a safe and orderly experience for tourists.
2026-09-02 14:34:15Chengdu Tianfu Airport Phase II Aims for 2028 Start
Chengdu Eastern New Area aims to start the second phase of Tianfu International Airport construction by 2028, as outlined in a newly released three-year action plan. The plan targets over 85 international routes, 58 million passengers, and 480,000 tons of cargo by 2028. Key measures include enhancing multimodal transport, expanding transit services, and developing the International Airport Economic Zone with a focus on aviation logistics, maintenance, and emerging sectors like sustainable aviation fuel and low-altitude economy. The initiative seeks to establish Chengdu as a comprehensive international aviation hub for opening up to the west and south.
2026-09-02 14:34:13Sichuan's Highland Barley: From Staple Crop to High-Value Industry
Sichuan's highland barley industry is undergoing a significant transformation through improved cultivation, processing, and tourism integration. In 2025, the province's barley planting area reached 657,600 mu, with output rising to 123,500 tons. Advances in breeding and mechanization have boosted yields, while deep processing has shifted focus from raw grain to high-value products like noodles and beer, increasing farmer income. Additionally, the integration of agriculture and tourism, exemplified by scenic barley fields and agritourism initiatives, has further expanded revenue streams for local communities in Ganzi and Aba prefectures.
2026-09-02 14:30:14Sichuan’s Bamboo Sea: Martial Arts Meets Folk Music
The Chuanxi Bamboo Sea scenic area in Qionglai, Chengdu, has launched dual summer themes: a Chinese-style "Jianghu Adventure" and the 14th Pingluo Folk Music Festival. Leveraging its vast bamboo forest for natural cooling, the initiative offers immersive activities including stream play, martial arts performances, interactive games, and bamboo crafts. At night, the folk music festival features weekend performances at Pingsha Luoyan Music Square, providing a comprehensive summer retreat combining cultural experiences, outdoor fun, and relaxation.
2026-09-02 11:25:12Sichuan: Drones and Smart Sorting Boost Fruit Industry
In August, Huili pomegranates and Yanyuan apples in Liangshan Prefecture entered their peak harvest season, driving rural revitalization. Huili implemented standardized grading and introduced drones for efficient transport, boosting its pomegranate industry to an annual output of 800,000 tons and a value exceeding 8 billion yuan. Meanwhile, Yanyuan’s Zhonggulou Village established a modern apple industrial park with smart sorting and cold storage to address fragmented farming issues. This initiative enables premium pricing and extends sales cycles, significantly increasing local incomes. Both regions are transforming characteristic agriculture into robust, high-value industries.
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