Mianyang, with a history of 2,200 years, is one of Sichuan's most important
tourism cities. Mianyang is filled with many of the nation's leading science,
technology and engineering institutions are located here. In the Science and
Technology Museum, one of the few "outer space wind tunnels" in the country is
located here. Mianyang's natural landscape is also very enchanting, and every
year in April Yaowang Canyon turns into a sea of blossoming flowers. The
characteristic peaks and karst caves scattered across Jiuhuang Mountain are a
paradise for photography lovers. While in Mianyang, you can experience the
ancient culture of the Dai people; you may perhaps find here traces of the great
Tang Dynasty poet, Li Bai, who spent his youth in this area.
Attractions
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Mianyang Oriental Heritage |
Jiuhuangshan |
Children's Happy Cabin |
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Theme Parks |
Mountains |
Children's paradise |
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Yuewang Tower |
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Douchui Mountain |
Foye Cave |
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Historical Architectures |
Mountains |
Caves |
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Special Food
Mianyang Rice Noodles 绵阳米粉
Mianyang rice noodles is a special food in the Mianyang area
of Sichuan. Mianyang rice noodles are the kind of fine
rice noodles. The taste is divided into three categories:
clear soup, red soup and clear red soup.
Crispy Guokui 锅盔
Crispy Guokui is a very local special food in Mianyang. The
freshly baked Guokui is thin and crispy. The inside is
filled with various fillings. Spicy and fragrant, the
entrance is crackling!
Jiangyou Pork Intestines 江油肥肠
The stewed intestine is a traditional delicacy of the Han
nationality in Jiangyou City, Sichuan. Fresh pig's
intestines, supplemented with pepper, dried chili, star
anise, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, grass fruit, bay leaf, and
other natural spices.
Xi Bean Jelly 席凉粉
One of the famous snacks in Mianyang, Xi bean jelly, looks
crystal clear, with chili oil in the seasoning and green
onion. It is named after the operator's surname and has an
unfailing reputation since it became famous in 1939.
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Weather
The area features a subtropical monsoon climate, and the weather is relatively moderate with an annual average temperature of 19-21℃ (66.2-69.8℉). Mianyang weather also has four distinct seasons, but winter is comparatively warmer. The area is favorable for visiting all the year round but, especially in May and October.