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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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Posted: Jul 10, 2025
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