The Sichuan Basin boasts a temperate climate and rich resources. Since ancient times, it has been known as the "Land of Plenty". Sichuan food, as one of the four noted schools of Chinese cuisine, has a history of some 1,000 years. Today, it boasts over 3,000 varieties of dishes. The hot and spicy food in particular is the best known. Over the course of development, various new dishes and snacks have emerged. In Chengdu alone, there are some 200 sorts of snacks with unique flavor. In recent years, hot-pot dishes witch originated in Chongqing have also found a good market in Chengdu.