Chongqing travel guide?

When you think of Chongqing, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Is it a 3D magic city? Or a foggy city? Maybe the night view of Hongyadong is beautiful, maybe it’s the light rail that passes through the Hongyadong building, maybe it’s the thousand-year-old ancient town in Ciqikou. These are all factors that make people yearn for Chongqing. Today’s Chongqing can be summarized by more than these. What is the meaning of travel? It can be a mental relaxation or a new experience of sight and taste. Whatever it means, Chongqing is a city worth visiting if one is advised to travel there. 1. Chongqing’s mountainous terrain determines that you may walk 20,000 steps a day, making you the brightest star in your circle of friends! So be sure to bring a pair of comfortable flat shoes. 2. There are often black cars soliciting passengers near airports and high-speed trains. You must learn to say no! If you don’t have much luggage, it is recommended to take the subway. 3. North Station is the first choice for high-speed trains. It is closer to the city center and has convenient transportation. 4. The weather in Chongqing is unpredictable, so it is recommended to carry a rain or shine umbrella with you. 5. Baidu Map and Amap recommend Amap. Of course, it’s best to ask more Chongqing people. 6. Don Idon’t get those beautiful golden plums in Jiefangbei. They are colored and sweet. Accommodation suggestions 1. It is best to live in Jiefangbei. Advantages: plenty of delicious food, dense tourist attractions, and convenient transportation. 2. The first river view room, advantages: Chongqing characteristics, enjoy the charming night view of the mountain city. Suggestion 1. Rail transit is recommended as the first means of transportation, and the maximum fare is only 7 yuan. 2. It is recommended that you take the first carriage, as you can take pictures of many scenery along the way. 3. It is recommended to apply for a bus card to save time in queuing to buy tickets, and transfer within 1 hour is free. 4. There are many one-way streets in Chongqing. Pay attention to the bus stop signs to avoid taking the bus in the wrong direction. On the first day, we stayed at Jiefangbei Bayi Delicious Street, Shanchengbu Road, Hongyadong Hotel, Xinxing Planet, and Jiangchengjiang Hotel. They all said that there was no night view and there was no Chongqing. It would be a pity to come to Chongqing and not experience the romance of living by the river! In the morning, you can watch the sunrise reflecting on the sparkling river; at dusk, you can watch the sunset dye the gloomy and silent river; at night, you can watch the lights of the mountain city and river, and you can appreciate the charm of Chongqing between light and shadow.

Check the must-visit attractions in Chongqing

Chongqing, a city with a long history of more than 3,000 years, is a famous mountain city in China. It is also a furnace with rich natural tourism resources and rich cultural landscapes. The Three Gorges is also world-famous and has beautiful natural scenery. Chongqing is surrounded by mountains and rivers. Because of the unique topography, the night view of the mountain city is also very charming. Looking out from a high place, you can see the rolling lights, well-proportioned, contrasting with the sparkling river water. The mountain city has profound cultural heritage. It is the birthplace of Bayu culture and a city with excellent revolutionary cultural traditions in China. Chongqing not only has dazzling scenery, but also mouth-watering Sichuan cuisine. If you go to Chongqing, you will naturally be impressed by this delicious food. Let me take stock of the top ten must-visit attractions in Chongqing:

Recommended attractions 1. Recommendation index of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River: 5 stars

The Three Gorges refers to Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge, located at the junction of Chongqing and Hubei. The Three Gorges is world-famous for its majesty and boundless beauty. Because of its magnificent landscape, it is known as the Landscape Gallery, with beautiful scenery everywhere you go. Qutang Gorge is short but majestic and steep; Wu Gorge is known as the most ornamental canyon among the Three Gorges because of its deep and winding scenery. There are many strange rocks and picturesque scenery along the river. Xiling Gorge is the longest and its beaches are filled with water. The scenic spots in the Three Gorges are different but connected and worth a visit.

Recommended attractions 2. Furong Cave recommendation index: 5 stars

Furong Cave shocked the world once it was discovered, attracting many geographers and historians to visit. It has a resounding title of Wonders of the World, first-class cave attractions, underground art palace and cave science museum and one of the three largest caves in the world

Recommended Attractions 3. Dazu Stone Carving Recommendation Index: 4 stars

Dazu Stone Carving, located in Dazu County, Chongqing, is a pearl of China and a glorious historical and cultural treasure house. Dazu Rock Carvings began in the late Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Song Dynasty after the Five Dynasties. It is a representative of late Chinese grottoes. Since then, no large holes have appeared anywhere else in China. It can be said that the Dazu Rock Carvings are the last monument in the history of Chinese sculpture.

There are as many as 76 grottoes, more than 60,000 statues, and more than 100,000 stone carvings, collectively known as the Dazu Rock Carvings. Among them, Beishan cliff carvings and Baodingshan cliff carvings are the most concentrated. Everything is listed in the Buddhist scriptures of the Dazu Stone Carvings, and the humanization of gods and the deification of humans are highly unified in art.

Recommended attractions 4. Simian Mountain recommendation index: 4 stars

Simian Mountain is called an upside-down mountain in mountain geology because it is surrounded by mountains on all sides. The landscape of Simian Mountain is dominated by virgin forests, dotted with streams, lakes and waterfalls. Mountains and rivers are the most beloved scenery in the eyes of the world. The waterfalls in Simian Mountain are worth seeing. What is even more shocking is that the majestic waterfalls form a huge contrast with the surrounding tranquility. The colorful Danxia landforms in Simian Mountain add abundant vitality to the scenic spot.

Recommended attractions 5. Tongjing Scenic Area recommendation index: 4 stars.

Tongjing Scenic Area is located on the bank of Yulin River. Its Tongjing Gorge ape-man is one of the twelve scenic spots in Bayu. It is called Xiaoshan Gorge and includes mountains, water, forests, springs, gorges, caves, waterfalls, Tianchi, small islands, ancient villages and eagles. It is called the Museum of Nature and is praised as the work of scholars of all ages in Wuling Wonderland. Another major feature of Tongjing is the world-famous Tongjing Hot Spring, ranking first in the southwest. It is a unique experience to go boating on the water and watch the eagles circling overhead.

Recommended attractions 6. Daning River Small Three Gorges Recommendation Index: 5 stars

Daning River Small Three Gorges is also called Wushan Small Three Gorges. The Daning River, which was previously hidden in the deep mountains and canyons, was full of mystery. With the continuous development of China's tourism industry, it has been unveiled by the world and became a blockbuster. Some people say it is better than the Three Gorges, but it is actually not the Three Gorges. It's so amazing! Expressing the world's admiration for its stunning scenery. If you see it with your own eyes, you will definitely feel lucky that you came.

Recommended attractions 7. Wansheng Stone Forest recommendation index: 3 stars

Wansheng Stone Forest is the oldest stone forest in China. Its diagenesis was 200 million years earlier than the Lunan Stone Forest in Yunnan. It can be seen that Its history is long. The main landscapes of the Stone Forest include Luhua Lake, Lovers' Stone, Wancheng Pentium, Lotus Blooming, Incense Burner Scenery, Thousand Pagodas Scenic Spot, Fossil Corridor, Water Stone Forest, the World's No. 1 Stone Fan, and the Horizon of the Earth, which complement each other with the spectacular Tianmen Cave. . The local rich and simple Miao customs and graceful folk songs and dances make the stone forest even more interesting. After years of development by future generations, the current stone forest scenic spot has a highly unified historical and cultural value and is of great ornamental value.

Recommended attractions 8. Jinyun Mountain Recommendation Index: 4 stars

Jinyun Mountain is located in the suburbs of Chongqing. It is a summer resort on the Jialing River and an important Buddhist holy place in China. The highest peak is 980 meters above sea level. Nine peaks stand upright, rising from the ground. The mountain has towering ancient trees and green bamboo forests, and the environment is quiet and beautiful, so it is called Xiao Emei. Jinyun Mountain is a famous plant treasure house and forest park in China. There are more than a dozen species of bamboo alone. The scenery seen from the main peaks Lion Peak and Juyun Peak are also beautiful. When you arrive at Jinyun Mountain, you must visit the peak.

Recommended attractions 9. Chongqing Jindaoxia Recommendation Index: 3 stars

Jindaoxia is a newly discovered canyon natural scenic area that retains its original and ancient magic. It is dominated by hundreds of millions of years of river valley landscape, supplemented by karst landforms, and there are a large number of unique deep pools, known as Huxue Biyuzhu in geology. There is a magnificent canyon in Daoshan Canyon

Recommended attractions 10. Chongqing Youyang Peach Blossom Spring Recommendation Index: 5 stars

Less than 500 meters away from Youyang County, there is a limestone cave about 30 meters high and wide. The peach blossom stream in front of the cave flows out of the cave, is crystal clear and flows into the Kongquan River. There is a four-cornered wooden pavilion beside the stream. It is said that fishermen were very interested in it at that time, hence the name "Interest Pavilion". Looking up at the height of the cave entrance, there are three large characters Peach Blossom Spring inscribed by the famous historian Ma Shitu. On the majestic stone archway, there are two couplets inscribed by the famous poet Liushahe, that is, just visiting today is ancient times, mulberry trees and bamboo forests are the main entertainment guests, and there is no trace of Yu Lang's uprightness, and there is a Lingtao seal. Walking into the cave facing the Peach Blossom River, you will see stalactites hanging upside down in the cave with different shapes, such as Guanyin sitting on a lotus, ancient Buddha with a burning lantern, jade lanterns in the palace, the snowy sea of ??Yinshan Mountain, and birds and animals, all of which are breathtaking. The dripping water in the cave is like beads, the jingling is like a copper pot, and the sound of striking stone bells and drums is clear and sweet. This is one of the eight sceneries in the cave.

There are many stone carvings in the cave, but it is difficult to distinguish them due to their age. However, high up on the left side of the end of the cave, the ancient and magnificent collection of ancient books with four large characters is still clear.

Take stock of the must-see attractions in Chongqing.

1. Chaotianmen

Chaotianmen is located at the intersection of the Yangtze River and Jialing River. If the weather is good, you can see the dividing line between Qingshui and Huangshui when the two rivers meet here, which is very spectacular. In the evening, you can take a cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

2. Ciqikou

National AAAA-level scenic spots, Chinese historical and cultural streets, Chongqing’s key protected traditional streets, the New Bayu Twelve Scenes in Chongqing, and Bayu folk customs Cultural tourism circle.

3. Eighteen Ladders

If you have watched the movie "Passing Through Your World", you will definitely not forget this place. Babu is a street in Chongqing's Yuzhong Peninsula, extending from the upper half of Chongqing (the top of the mountain) to the lower half of Chongqing (the foot of the mountain). All are paved with stone steps, connecting the bustling commercial area on the top of the mountain with the old city along the river below. Ordinary people live on both sides of the eight-step staircase, and the street exudes a strong urban atmosphere: there are people who pick ears, do pedicures, carpenters, tailors, sell sesame seeds, sell needlework, and play mahjong. There will definitely be no shortage of people. Mountain City Bangzi. The eight-step staircase is a true portrayal of the life of old Chongqing citizens. If there is still a chance (part of it has been demolished), don't miss it.

4. Xiahao Old Street

Walking on Xiahao Street, there are still some relics of typical Chongqing old streets. Xiahao Zheng Street includes four blocks: Mishi Street, Menchao Street, Dongjiaqiao and Putian. The market in this area was formed during the Qing Dynasty and Qianlong period. This street connects to the Yangtze River. Longmen Hao Old Terminal was a passenger and cargo terminal before the liberation of Chongqing. It is the only way to go from the pier to Shangxin Street, Xiahaozheng Street and Dongjiaqiao. What an old street it is. The exhaustion after it, the strong market flavor is more calm and real.

5. The tiankeng is sewn into the ground

Another world heritage site in Chongqing China is the Wulong tiankeng, which is spectacular and magical. Walking in the scenic spot feels like entering another time and space.

6. Jiefangbei

The most prosperous business district in Chongqing, the most beautiful scenery is to see the beautiful scenery of Chongqing on the roadside. It's a place where food gathers. The nearby snack street is good. The hot and sour noodles are super delicious, and the hotpot is also great. It's a bit commercial and the road is narrow, so it's very close to Hongya Cave at Chaotianmen.

7. Hong Yadong

When visiting Hongya Cave, you must go at night. The traditional stilted building built against the mountain looks like a fairy tale world in "Spirited Away" under the lights.

8. The Three Natural Bridges

The natural stone bridge is majestic, with beautiful trees and waterfalls. It is a high-grade eco-tourism area. Zhang Yimou once filmed "A City of Golden Armor" here, and it was the only location for the entire movie.

9. Little Three Gorges

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The best places to stay are Jiefangbei, Hongyadong, Guanyin Bridge, Nan Near Bin Road and Nanping, there are dense scenic spots and convenient travel.

[Weather Dressing]

June-August: It is midsummer in Chongqing, with temperatures above 35 degrees. Be sure to wear the best sunscreen when you go out. The weather in June is relatively more suitable for traveling than later.

Short sleeves, long skirt, flat shoes, shorts, suspenders.

Must-visit attractions

Liberation Monument: Chongqing’s landmark building, the first stop in Chongqing.

Hong Yadong: You can visit the interior during the day and check in at the Qiansimen Bridge at night.

Raffles City: Chongqing’s online celebrity building, with a unique shape, you can go shopping.

Mountain Trail: Staircase Ridge in the Memory of Chongqing People. You can experience the cultural history of the United States in Chongqing.

Liziba Light Rail Station: Watch the light rail passing through the building. There is a special viewing platform downstairs.

Zhongshan 4th Road: The most beautiful location of "Young You" on Zhongshan Road in Chongqing.

Yangtze River Cableway: Chongqing’s special transportation in the United States, round trip 30. If there are many people queuing up, it is recommended to just take photos and check in.

Eling Park: The green plants in Eling Park are very beautiful, and there are many former embassies. You can also take a look at the scenery of Yuzhong District.

Factory 202: It was originally a cultural and creative park transformed from a printing factory. The scenery is very photogenic!

Ciqikou: Chongqing Commercial Street has many special snacks.

Guanyinqiao: The Guanyinqiao business district is popular among locals. It has delicious food and shopping.

Pinzhu Old Street: There will be a lantern festival at night. The old street is beautiful and easy to photograph. There is a French Navy barracks nearby where you can check in at night.

Hualiye Park: There are many places for Internet celebrities to check in. You can go see the night view. Admission is free.

The old and new schools of Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts: Both academies are easy to photograph.

Classic Route

[First Line]

Jiefangbei Bayi Road Delicious Street Chaotianmen Yangtze River Cableway Raffles Liziba Light Rail Station Zhongshan 4th Road Three Gorges Museum Hong Yadong

[Line 2]

Shijingpo Street Ciqikou Sichuan Wai Small Railway Eling Park Erling No. 2 Factory First Love Museum Guanyinqiao Lianglu Intersection Beicang Cultural and Creative Park.

[Line 3]

Yuanjiagang Hong Kong Zhongshu Pavilion Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts Huangjueping Campus Transportation Teahouse No. 4 Railway Village.

Food Recommendations

You must have hot pot when you come to Chongqing, so this is not for nothing! Hidden under the ladder opposite Hongyadong, many locals are queuing up to eat this Gumufeng hotpot. Recommended dishes include Jiugongge beef and hand-caught shrimp. You can also pick up the beggar's chicken next to the store, which is super pretty.

Chongqing Jianghu Cuisine: Spring Bean Curd, Nanshan Spring Chicken, Fat Sausage Chicken, Geleshan Spicy Chicken, Night Market BBQ, Wanzhou Grilled Fish, Jihu Hoof Flower Soup, Tikan Bean Curd, Chongqing Taro Chicken, Leshan Bobo Chicken

Chongqing snacks: Shancheng Ice Rice Balls, Dragon Claw Claws, Chongqing Cold Skewers, Haoyoulai Hot and Sour Rice Noodles, Rose Rice Cake Ice Rice Noodles, Longji Shancheng Ice Rice Balls, Huailiang Jian, Juntun Guokui, Fire ribs and sour cow.