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If giant pandas have melted your heart and you’re dreaming of seeing them in person, China is ready to wow you. Beyond Chengdu, many cities across the country offer unforgettable panda encounters—each with its own superstar personality. Here’s your playful, panda-forward shortlist 👇 Sichuan 🐼 Hehua (Huahua) 📍 Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Born in 2020, this “short, chubby, and fluffy” sweetheart stays zen even when her bamboo gets swiped. In 2023, her “triangle rice ball” look dominated trending charts and sent base ticket sales soaring—up ninefold. Her Weibo super-topic has 800,000+ followers, and she’s widely hailed as today’s top female star in the panda world. 🐼 Fubao 📍 Wolong China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, Shenshuping Base Born in 2020 at Everland in South Korea. Her keepers made her a guitar, flower crowns, and glasses; before her return, a petition with tens of thousands of signatures swept Korean sites. She came home to Sichuan in April 2024, trailed by Chinese and Korean media with a celebrity-style airport welcome. 🐼 Xiangxiang 📍 Ya’an Bifengxia Base Born in 2017 at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo. A nationwide naming vote drew 320,000 ballots, and her economic impact in Japan reached billions of yen annually. On her return to China in February 2023, Japanese media aired a 12-hour, tearful farewell live. Beijing 🐼 Menglan 📍 Beijing Zoo Born in 2015, the zoo’s repeat “escape artist” has been caught climbing walls atop a red ball, twisting door handles, and cheekily teasing visitors. One Douyin clip topped 300 million views, earning him the nickname “Beijing’s high-IQ panda on the loose.” Shanghai 🐼 Qianran & Qianyi 📍 Shanghai Wild Animal Park A male–female twin duo born in 2025 and first shown to the public this February. They’re the newest breakout panda stars—right at peak cuteness. Jiangsu 🐼 Mengxun & Aobao 📍 Suzhou Taihu National Wetland Park This brother–sister pair, born in 2022, are full-on foodies. Come for the snacks, stay for the play—they’re endlessly lively and adorable. 🐼 Jiujiu 📍 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo Celebrated as “the most beautiful panda in East China,” with looks and talent to match. You might even catch Jiujiu dancing. Chongqing 🐼 Shuangshuang, Chongchong, Xixi, & Qingqing (“Four Happiness”) 📍 Chongqing Zoo Home to 23 pandas—there’s always one to steal your heart. The viral “Four Happiness” quartet hails from here, and if luck’s on your side, you might even see them “playing mahjong.” Liaoning 🐼 Feiyun 📍 Dalian Forest Zoo The zoo’s original female internet star, with a round head and snowy-white coat. Fans affectionately call her “Feiyun Piggy.” Alongside Jinhu and Miaoyin, she’s one of the “Dalian Three Treasures.” Her livestreams regularly pull 100,000+ concurrent viewers. Shaanxi 🐼 Qizai 📍 Qinling Four Treasures Science Park The world’s only captive brown giant panda, discovered in 2009 in Foping, Shaanxi. With chocolate-colored fur, he’s fondly dubbed “the Labrador of the panda world.” Shandong 🐼 Yaji 📍 Jinan Zoo A born crowd-pleaser and a true hidden gem. When all fours touch the ground, he looks just like a tiny bench—hence the nickname “Little Bench.” Which panda has stolen your heart? Beyond these cuties, countless pandas across China are waiting to meet you. Start planning your panda journey and witness the irresistible charm of China’s national treasure for yourself.

Recently, Chongqing has emerged as a new favorite for travelers from South Korea after Shanghai, with interest continuing to climb. Hongya Cave, known for its surreal cliffside cityscape and dazzling night views, is trending on Korean social media and often called the real-life "Spirited Away." Filming locations from shows like "Nan Hong" are also inspiring many Korean fans to visit in person. Wander the Shibati traditional neighborhood, ride the light rail that passes through a building at Liziba Station, and take in the confluence of the two rivers from the WFC Observation Deck to experience the city’s multi‑level transportation and Bayu culture in a fascinating blend. Local favorites like Chongqing noodles, hot pot, and sour and spicy noodles are stirring lively discussion online and becoming stand‑out flavor memories. Around Children’s Day on June 1, the mountain city’s playful vibe and youthful energy are even more in the air. Come to Chongqing and start a journey that’s uniquely yours

Chongqing Zoo reports a double breakthrough in breeding rare pheasants: green peafowl successfully hatched 4 chicks, and grey peacock-pheasant achieved China’s first fully natural breeding in captivity, adding 2 chicks. The zoo’s green peafowl population now stands at 19 (including 4 newborn chicks), and grey peacock-pheasant at 7 (including 2 newborn chicks). Green peafowl breeding leveraged highly fertile eggs, professional incubation, and meticulous chick-rearing techniques, pushing the boundaries of assisted breeding. For grey peacock-pheasant, habitat simulation, independent group enclosures, and multiple nest-site self-selection enabled parents to build nests, incubate, and rear their young entirely on their own for the first time. In the bird breeding zone and the pheasant house, visitors can observe adorable chicks up close, watch parents caring for their young, and explore the design of eco-friendly enclosures—experiencing both the delicacy and strength of new life. Visit Chongqing Zoo to witness the vibrant daily life of these rare pheasants

On February 20, the new capybaras at Chongqing Zoo made their public debut in the cute animals zone. Often called the master of emotional management by netizens, their soft, cuddly look and a touch of shyness instantly won the hearts of many kids. Located in Yangjiaping, Jiulongpo District, Chongqing Zoo is one of the city’s largest comprehensive parks, with four key functions including off-site wildlife conservation and science education. The zoo is home to a wide variety of animals, such as pandas, giraffes, and lions. Visitors can follow the signposts to explore without retracing their steps and easily see all kinds of species. At Chongqing Zoo, you can not only get up close to adorable capybaras, but also stroll through lively markets and soak up festive vibes. Bring the kids on a weekend to relax while seeing animals and learning something new. Come to Chongqing Zoo and set off on an animal adventure full of joy and surprises!

South Korea's two major airlines are making coordinated moves: Korean Air announced it will reduce fuel surcharges on international routes starting in June. Round-trip fuel surcharges for short-haul routes to China and Japan will drop from 150,000 to 123,000 Korean won, while long-haul routes to the US will decrease from 1,128,000 to 903,000 Korean won. The fuel surcharge level has fallen from May's historic high of "Level 33" to Level 27. Although still relatively high overall, the downward trend is clear. Asiana Airlines has simultaneously launched mileage deals across all international routes: long-haul routes to the Americas and Europe offer up to 10,000 miles off, while medium- and short-haul routes to China, Japan, and Southeast Asia provide 5,000–8,000 miles off. Over 10 Chinese cities including Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou are included, with some routes valid for travel through October 26. ⚠️ Important note: Fuel surcharges are calculated based on the ticket issue date. Even for flights departing in June, if tickets are issued in May, the May surcharge rates still apply. 💡 The summer outbound travel window has opened. We recommend securing low-price tickets early. For those planning trips to South Korea, now is the perfect time to book!