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Dujiangyan Travel Guide

Water conservancy projects that have been in use for over two thousand years

Dujiangyan｜A Water Conservancy Project Over Two Thousand Years Old: Built by Li Bing and his son in the 3rd century BC, Dujiangyan still irrigates the Chengdu Plain today. It is the oldest existing dam-free irrigation project still in use in the world. The three key structures—Yuzui, Feishayan, and Baopingkou—are easy to understand when seen on site. This site has compiled the best seasons to visit, recommended stay duration, intercity transportation, and local tips.

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Destination Details

Key facts

Best seasonApril to October; cool in the mountainous areas during summer

Suggested stay1 day

Affiliated AreaSouthwest · Sichuan

Key highlightsFish Mouth Diversion Weir · Feisha Dam and Baopingkou · Erwang Temple and Anlan Cable Bridge · Qingcheng Mountain

Local cuisineYou Tu Tou, Dujiangyan kiwifruit, ginkgo stewed chicken, Zhazha noodles.

The Dujiangyan Irrigation System, built by Li Bing and his son in the 3rd century BC, still irrigates the Chengdu Plain today. It is the oldest existing dam-free water diversion project in the world that is still in use. The three components—Yuzui, Feishayan, and Baopingkou—are easy to understand once you see them on site.

Key Highlights

Yuzui Diversion Dam

It divides the Min River into the inner and outer rivers, and the principle of splitting the water in a four-to-six ratio is based on this shape.

Feishayan and Baopingkou

They are key for flood discharge, sediment removal, and controlling the water intake. Baopingkou is a mountain pass carved by humans.

Erwang Temple and Anlan Suspension Bridge

The temple commemorating Li Bing and his son is perched on Yulei Mountain, and the suspension bridge crossing the river provides the most picturesque view.

Qingcheng Mountain

About 15 kilometers from Dujiangyan, it is a famous Taoist mountain with temples in the front and natural scenery in the back.

Suggested Stay and Route

Suggested stay: 1 day.
Half a day for Dujiangyan, adding a day for Qingcheng Mountain will make the visit more relaxed.
Connecting with other cities of similar themes makes the route more efficient. You can refer to the "Extendable Routes" below.

Best Season

April to October; cool mountain weather in summer.

How to Get There and Intercity Transport

There is an intercity railway from Chengdu to Dujiangyan, about 30 minutes; continue in the same direction to Qingcheng Mountain.

Local Cuisine

Especially rabbit head, Dujiangyan kiwi, ginkgo stewed chicken, and Zhazha noodles.

Local Tips

The park is large, it is recommended to enter from Liudui Park and exit from Yulei Mountain; Dujiangyan and Qingcheng Mountain can be visited in the same day but it will be a bit rushed.