SHAWN ONG CNT China

Chengdu ha un’anima antica e cordiale, dove la pop art incontra la cultura regionale. Adoro The Temple House, in centro, e i dintorni. Pomeriggio al Zhi Art Museum, seguito da una cena al The Bridge. La vita serale gira intorno ai brew bar e ai club super hip con show dell’Opera di Sichuan. Lasciata la città mi fermerei ai piedi del monte Qing Cheng, nell’unico Six Senses della Cina. Più a sud, Guangzhou è perfetta per il weekend. Ammirato il panorama dal nuovo Rosewood Guangzhou, concluderei la serata all’Hope & Sesame Speakeasy, sorseggiando bourbon delizioso con folli sciroppi di croissant e liquori alla Nutella.

Chengdu is an old soul with a warm heart, where youthful Pop Art meets regional culture. I love The Temple House, in the hub of the city, and strolling around the neighbouring streets. I’d spend an afternoon at the Zhi Art Museum, followed by dinner at traditional restaurant The Bridge, while the nightlife scene means craftbeer bars and super-hip clubs with Sichuan opera shows. Leaving town to drive north-west, I’d be at the foot of Qing Cheng mountain, staying at the only Six Senses hotel in China, with its eco-friendly landscaping. Further south, Guangzhou is also a perfect weekend break. After taking in the views at the new Rosewood Guangzhou, I’d finish the night in Hope & Sesame speakeasy, drinking delicious bourbon with crazy croissant syrup and Nutella bitters.