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All China Chengdu iBox

iBox

A collection of cafes and shops all crafted from recycled storage containers.

Chengdu, China

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A complex of brightly colored storage containers transformed into cafes and shops can be found at the heart of Chengdu. The area is a popular haunt among skaters for its skate park, as well as skate-themed shops.

There are a few everyday coffee respites around iBox, along with a few niche style restaurants such as the dog cafe. The iBox area has the feel of shopping through an art exhibit. Don't be surprised to see people having impromptu photoshoots. 

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Enter through the Niuwangmiao Metro entrance. The best time to visit is midday. 

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Niuwangmiao Metro Entrance & Exit
4th Section of First Ring Road East
Chengdu
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30.645195, 104.094198
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