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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Sichuan · China

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Your tour starts at 8:00am, when your guide and driver pick you up at the lobby of your hotel. You will first visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda, as the pandas are very active in the morning. There you will see lovely furry giant pandas of all ages eating and playing with each other. You will also have a chance to see the very cute baby pandas, as well as documents and pictures showing how these little pink mouse-size animals grow into giant white and black chubby pandas of over 220 lbs (100kg).

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  1. 1Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

    Welcome to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a world-renowned institution situated at the edge of the sprawling metropolis of Chengdu. As you stand here at the threshold of this lush, emerald-green sanctuary, you…

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  2. 2The Gateway and Logistics Hub

    As we approach the main entrance, it is essential to appreciate the logistical complexity of managing a site that serves both as a high-security research facility and a premier tourist destination. The entrance area serves as the…

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  3. 3The Giant Panda Museum of Science

    Our next stop is the Giant Panda Museum, an essential destination for anyone seeking a deep analytical understanding of the species beyond their outward charm. This facility is one of the most comprehensive museums dedicated to a…

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  4. 4The Sunshine and Moon Nurseries

    We now arrive at what many consider the emotional heart of the base: the Sunshine and Moon Nurseries. These facilities are where the base’s primary mission—breeding and rearing—is most visible. …

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  5. 5The Adult Panda Enclosures

    As we move further into the more elevated sections of the base, we reach the spacious adult enclosures. These areas are designed as 'habitat-like' environments, featuring climbing structures, wooden platforms, and shaded retreats…

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  6. 6The Red Panda Playground

    Transitioning from the world of the giant panda, we find ourselves in the territory of the Red Panda, or Ailurus fulgens. Though they share a name and a fondness for bamboo, red pandas are not closely related to their giant…

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  7. 7Swan Lake and the Ecological Buffer

    As we begin to loop back toward the lower sections of the base, we encounter Swan Lake, a serene body of water that serves as an ecological buffer and a sanctuary for various waterfowl. This area represents the broader…

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  8. 8Closing

    As our journey through the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding comes to a close, we return to our starting point with a much deeper understanding of the complexities of modern conservation. We have moved beyond the…

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What is Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding?

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a place in Sichuan · China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationSichuan · China
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates30.7325, 104.1460
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within a 5-minute walk
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