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On 10th February 2010, Chengdu joined the Creative Cities Network becoming the second UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Chengdu is acknowledged for its reputation as a historical city of gastronomy and birthplace of many culinary traditions. The unique culinary culture manifests local culture and demonstrates the preservation and cultivation of gastronomic creativity. The most outstanding feature of Chengdu cuisine is the great variety of flavors, based on five elements, namely sweet, sour, bitter, spicy and salty.

Based on wealthy natural resources, centuries-old heritage and persistent creativity, with thousands years of development, a gastronomy industry of rich intension and great range has formed in Chengdu, which drives the development of other creative industries and pushes forward the harmonious and advancement of the city.