Impression of Chengdu in the Universiade (Walking in Chengdu) Universiade Village | Athletes | Universiade
It's not my first time coming to Chengdu, but this time it's different.
On the way from the airport to the hotel, the theme elements of the Universiade can be seen everywhere, from the Universiade signs hanging on the roadside to the Universiade themed flower beds placed on the street, from promotional videos played on large screens to giant posters posted in buildings, all telling people that the Universiade is coming.
The taxi driver was also enthusiastic, and when he mentioned the Universiade, he opened his mouth. From the exclusive lanes for the Universiade to the customized bicycles for the Universiade, to the various sports venues built for the Universiade, and finally not forgetting to promote the mascot "Rongbao".
No wonder the adorable and silly "Rongbao" is the most popular in the official authorized retail stores of the Universiade. People are eager to buy and take photos, often in short supply. On the street, the figure of "Rongbao" can be seen everywhere. The giant panda sculpture located across the street from the athlete restaurant in the Universiade Village has become the first choice for athletes to check in and the best interview spot for the media here. The giant panda is a cultural calling card of Chengdu, and its close contact with the Universiade has once again sparked a craze.
Giant pandas are not the only ones that can showcase Chengdu's elements at the Universiade. The "Sun God Bird" pattern on the top of the main stadium of Dong'an Lake Sports Park, the Sichuan brocade ribbon used on the medals of the Universiade, and the traditional handheld horse lamp shape integrated into the torch design of the Universiade all contain the charm and charm of Chengdu's traditional culture. The first collision between these traditional elements of Shu culture and the Universiade showcases the unique attraction of Ba Shu culture.
When it comes to the impression of Chengdu, there is another thing that has to be said, which is the cuisine of Chengdu, such as red oil hot pot, skewered incense, bowl bowl chicken, spicy rabbit head, brown sugar rice cake... The Universiade has entered Chengdu, and Chengdu cuisine has entered the Universiade. Eating Sichuan cuisine has become an excellent opportunity for guests from afar to fully taste Chinese cuisine and deeply experience Chinese culture.
When Chengdu meets the Universiade, a youthful event adds some Eastern charm, and the ancient Chengdu releases more youthful vitality.
