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Chengdu: Exploring China's Hipster Haven

Is this China's COOLEST city?

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Is this China's COOLEST city?

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Nico2023-06-1911 min

In this video, we explore a different side to the city of Chengdu. We head to one of the coolest areas in the city to see what it is like compared to the more tourist side of the city. A place where hipsters go to drink coffee, see the art covered streets and enjoy some good street food. So, leave us a comment below letting us know whether you agree or not and if you don't where is cooler in China?

--- Nico

June 19, 2023, Summer in China

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Chengdu: Exploring China's Hipster Haven

In this video, we explore a different side to the city of Chengdu. We head to one of the coolest areas in the city to see what it is like compared to the more tourist side of the city. A place where hipsters go to drink coffee, see the art covered streets and enjoy some good street food. So, leave...

Discover the trendy side of Chengdu, China, far from the typical tourist traps. This video explores the city's hip coffee scene, art-filled streets, and delicious street food, offering a unique perspective on this vibrant metropolis. Is Chengdu truly China's coolest city? Watch and decide for yourself!

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Is this China's COOLEST city?

Discover the trendy side of Chengdu, China, far from the typical tourist traps. This video explores the city's hip coffee scene, art-filled streets, and delicious street food, offering a unique perspective on this vibrant metropolis. Is Chengdu truly China's coolest city? Watch and decide for yourself!

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