People's Park

Renmin Gongyuan, or the People’s Park, is just a block barely southwest of Tianfu Square. Full of vegetation and shade, it is a great place to beat the heat, play cards, or just lay about with friends or family. It can be crowded like most parks in China, but look for Heming loft and you might be able to find a little privacy. In the northwest corner Zhen Liu Teahouse is as relaxing and shady a setting as any place in Chengdu. Chengdu elders play mahjong and a card game known as "Dou Di Zhu" while sipping myriad varieties of tea. Try to visit during the week to beat even larger weekend crowds.