Where are the Bird Markets in Chengdu? Which One is the Most Comprehensive?
Chengdu boasts several bird markets, including the former Huangtianba Flower and Bird Market, the Qingbaijiang Flower and Bird Market, and now a section within the Wenjiang Flower and Wood Trading Center, also near Jiafu Apartments. Let’s explore these options to help you find the best place for your avian needs. The Former Huangtianba Bird Market: A Hub of Avian Variety The Huangtianba Flower and Bird Market was once the largest bird market in Southwest China, a central gathering point for Sichuan-style bird keeping and the region’s unique bird cage culture. It housed hundreds of shops, offering an extensive range of bird species. Parrots were particularly prominent, from Cockatiels and Monk Parrots to Budgerigars, Peach-faced Lovebirds, and Yellow-collared Lovebirds. Additionally, quails, quail eggs, and pigeons were also sold there, often attracting wholesale buyers from other areas. However, due to urban redevelopment, the Huangtianba market has been relocated to the Wenjiang Flowe...