Purpose/SignificanceBuilding a world famous cultural city is a key step for Chengdu to become a world-class city and a key measure for China to enhance its international influence. It not only coincides with Chengdu's position as a "the belt and road initiative" hub city, but also meets the expected requirements for building a national central city.

Method/ProcessThis paper takes the widely recognized world famous cultural cities as objects to analyze comparatively the basis, advantages and disadvantages of Chengdu's construction of a world famous cultural city.

Result/ConclusionChengdu can be further developed in following aspects: constructing discourse system, exploring Chengdu elements and developing Chengdu cultural features. In this way, Chengdu is sure to become a world famous cultural city with recognition and Chinese characteristics.