DujiangyanDujiangyan Irrigation System
🏛️ Attraction Overview
Dujiangyan is the world’s oldest, only surviving, and still-operational damless water diversion system, originally constructed in 256 BC.More than 2,000 years ago, Li Bing and his son tamed the Min River through three major engineering feats—"the Fish Mouth to divert water, the Feisha Weir to control floodwaters, and the Baopingkou to channel water"—transforming the Chengdu Plain into the "Land of Abundance." Beyond being a marvel of hydraulic engineering, the Dujiangyan Scenic Area also features the Anlan Rope Bridge, the Erwang Temple, and the natural beauty of Mount Yulei, all well worth a visit.
✨ Why It’s Worth a Visit
This is one of the greatest marvels in the history of human engineering—a project built over 2,000 years ago that still irrigates 10 million mu of fertile farmland today. When you witness the Min River being precisely diverted with your own eyes, you’ll be filled with awe at the wisdom of ancient Chinese people. Dujiangyan is the very reason Chengdu has become the “Land of Abundance.”
Practical Tips
30-minute direct ride by express train
Take the express train from Xipu Station to Lidi Park Station (not Dujiangyan Station! Lidi Park Station is right at the entrance to the scenic area). It takes 30 minutes and costs 10 yuan—faster than driving.
Check out the water conservancy first, then the scenery
Recommended Route: Enter via Lidi Park → Fulu Temple → Baopingkou → Feisha Weir → Yuzui → Anlan Rope Bridge → Erwang Temple → Yulei Mountain.
Common Mistakes
❌ Get off at Dujiangyan Station instead of Lidi Park Station
There are two high-speed rail stations; many people buy tickets for the wrong one.
Consequences: From Dujiangyan Station, it’s a 20-minute taxi ride to the scenic area. The scenic area is right outside the exit of Lidi Park Station.
Ticket Information
- Price
- 80 yuan
- Prices for Foreigners
- Same Price
- Student Discount
- ✅ Available
- Book
- ✅ No reservation required
Location Information
Park Road, Dujiangyan City
Opening Hours
Open 8:00–18:00, daily
Best Time to Visit
Go in the morning—it’s a very convenient 30-minute direct ride (10 yuan) on the express train from Chengdu’s Xipu Station.