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Chongqing is a city where mountains and rivers intertwine, rich in cultural heritage. Below is a travel guide for Chongqing:

**3-Day Essential City Tour** **• Day 1:** Jiefangbei - Shibati - Shanchengxiang - Baixiangju - Yangtze River Cableway - Longmenhao Old Street - One Tree on Nanshan Mountain 🌲 🌞 **Morning:** Upon arrival in Chongqing, head first to Jiefangbei, the city's landmark and largest commercial district, where you can experience the bustling atmosphere and savor local snacks from nearby food streets 🍜. Then, take a walk to Shibati Traditional Style District, a place filled with Chongqing locals' emotions and nostalgic memories, also a filming location for the movie *I Belonged to You*, offering an authentic glimpse of old Chongqing. [Sunrise] **Afternoon:** Walk from Shibati to Shanchengxiang, where ancient houses, weathered walls, and blue stone steps transport you back a century. Next, visit Baixiangju, a historic residential building and an excellent spot for photographing the Yangtze River Cableway. Then, take the cableway to experience authentic Chongqing and enjoy the stunning views along both riverbanks. After exiting the cableway’s south station, walk to Longmenhao Old Street, the best-preserved and largest historical and cultural old street in downtown Chongqing, bearing traces of its former Western-influenced culture. [CityNight] **Evening:** Head to the One Tree on Nanshan Mountain observation deck 🏕️, one of the best spots to admire Chongqing’s nightscape, offering a panoramic view of the Yuzhong Peninsula and the glittering riverside scenery. **• Day 2:** Chongqing People's Grand Hall - China Three Gorges Museum - Zhongshan 4th Road - Luohan Temple - Daijia Lane - Hongya Cave - Two Rivers Cruise ⛪️ **Morning:** Visit the Chongqing People's Grand Hall, a building with ethnic architectural style and one of the city’s key landmarks. Then, proceed to the China Three Gorges Museum, which houses a vast collection of cultural relics and artworks showcasing the history, culture, and natural scenery of the Three Gorges region. Stroll along Zhongshan 4th Road, where historical sites like Zhou Enlai’s Residence, Wang Qi Art Museum, and Guiyuan Garden exude a strong cultural ambiance. ◦ **Afternoon:** Visit Luohan Temple to experience the blend of modernity and tradition. Then, explore Daijia Lane and walk along the cliffside trail to fully immerse yourself in Chongqing’s magical three-dimensional terrain. In the evening, head to Hongya Cave to admire its unique Bayu-style stilted houses, where the night view resembles scenes from *Spirited Away*. Later, take a Two Rivers Cruise to enjoy the illuminated sights along the riverbanks, including Hongya Cave, Chongqing Grand Theatre, and Qiansimen Bridge. **• Day 3:** Liziba - Eling 2nd Factory - Banshan Cliff Trail - Hongyan Village - Raffles City [Exploration Deck·Observation Platform] ◦ **Morning:** Check out Chongqing’s most viral landmark—Liziba’s "Monorail Through the Building"—and snap some fun photos. Then, hike along the mountain city’s roads, passing historical relics like Juelu ("Little Yellow Building") and the Stilwell Museum. Next, visit the Eling 2nd Factory Cultural and Creative Park, a popular spot thanks to the movie *I Belonged to You*, featuring creative shops and artistic 🥳 installations. ◦ **Afternoon:** Explore the Banshan Cliff Trail, where you can take photos at the "Forbidden City Red Wall," Guanyue Temple, and the "Train to Spring" scenery. Then, visit Hongyan Village to experience the "Hongyan Spirit." Finally, head to Raffles City’s [Exploration Deck·Observation Platform] for a bird’s-eye view of the rivers, bridges, and the stunning mountain cityscape.
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Chongqing is a place full of historical charm and unique mountain city style. Whether you want to feel the old Chongqing people's life or want to take pictures, this time we recommend you to spend half a day walking the Shancheng Lane historical and cultural features area and the mountain city trail. If you want to travel leisurely, slowly sipping tea in a teahouse, listening to books, eating breakfast noodles and dinner pot are all must-do authentic experiences! Hill City Lane Historical and Cultural Scenic Area No. 234 Zhongxing Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, about 440 meters walk from Exit 5 of Juechangkou Metro Station. This is one of the places in Chongqing that best embodies the style of the old city. It is built on a mountain with winding paths, and many old buildings and literary and artistic shops from the Republic of China period have been preserved along the way. There are plenty of specialty teahouses, some even have dedicated people to talk, sit down and slowly feel the slow life of the people of the mountain city. Mountain City Lane is 1 km long, up and down, and it feels good to walk. It is suitable for taking pictures while walking. Mountain town trail It's right near Hill City Lane, you can walk directly there. The staircases built along the city wall, with a combination of slopes and stairs, have a different atmosphere both during the day and at dusk. Along the trail, you will see bridges, old residential buildings, old trees, and snack stalls at the alleys, where you can experience the most authentic slice of Chongqing life. If you get tired halfway through the walk, don't worry about no place to sit and enjoy. Since it's open all day, you can walk slowly and don't have to rush. Recommended routes From Jichangkou MTR Station, go to the Shancheng Lane Cultural Scenic Area and walk slowly from the south to the north main road. Along the way, you can stop at a teahouse for a cup of tea, listen to a book, or take pictures of the Republic of China architecture. After about an hour, walk over to the next mountain city trail, choose the next stepped route to walk around, remember to check out the surrounding snack stalls along the way, recommended to try Chongqing noodles in the morning, dinner can go back to nearby to eat hot pot, perfect experience of Chongqing local life. Must check in 1. Mountain City Lane Literary and Art Teahouse and old-fashioned alley entrance 2. The exterior of the old house during the Republic of China 3. View of the Mountain City Trail overlooking the Jialing River 4. Alley entrance small noodle shop, hot pot restaurant shop entrance Every corner is full of Chongqing characteristics, whether shooting scenery or selfies are beautiful! Practical tips 1. Hiking City Alleys and Trails It is recommended to wear light shoes, with stepped ramps, walking up and down your feet more comfortably. 2. Be sure to reserve time to sit in the teahouse and feel the slow pace of Chongqing people. 3. Breakfast recommended nearby Chongqing noodles, dinner can find a hot pot restaurant, very local taste. 4. Photography recommended morning or evening light is the most beautiful, but holidays will be crowded, want to avoid the crowds choose weekdays. 5. Remember to bring water when traveling in summer, Chongqing is hot and easy to sweat. Topic: #Chongqing Old Town #Mountain City Alley Exploration #Mountain City Trail Photo #Teahouse Slow Life #Chongqing Authentic Food

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