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Chengdu, China

Chengdu, the laid-back capital of Sichuan, pairs teahouse rituals, giant pandas and one of the world's great culinary traditions with a fast-rising skyline of design-led luxury hotels. From Qing-dynasty courtyards in Taikoo Li to Taoist mountains an hour away, it is China's most seductive slow-travel city.

Upper House Chengdu

Swire Hotels' celebrated design hotel (formerly The Temple House), built around a restored Qing-dynasty courtyard beside Daci Temple in Taikoo Li.

Waldorf Astoria Chengdu

Hilton's flagship luxury brand in a soaring Financial City tower, with Peacock Alley, a Waldorf Astoria Spa and sweeping views over Tianfu Avenue.

The Ritz-Carlton, Chengdu

Classic Ritz-Carlton luxury in the heart of downtown, steps from Tianfu Square, crowned by the Flair rooftop bar and an ESPA spa.

Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain

A wellness-driven Six Senses resort of courtyard suites and villas at the foot of Taoist Mount Qingcheng, an hour from Chengdu.