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Ci Qi Kou Ancient Town 🍵

In the soft warmth of summer, Ci Qi Kou Ancient Town buzzed with old-world charm and the scent of roasting peanuts and fresh mochi. We wandered its stone-paved lanes, past Qing Dynasty teahouses and weathered wooden storefronts selling everything from porcelain trinkets to handmade candies. Laughter spilled from shadowed courtyards, while performers in traditional dress played folk tunes under hanging red lanterns. 🏯🍵🎶 By the riverbank, we paused under swaying willows to sip cold herbal tea and watch the boats drift lazily by. The sun filtered through tiled rooftops, and the air carried a mix of incense and street food. Despite the crowds, Ci Qi Kou felt timeless a living storybook where every turn revealed a memory, and every bite or sound tugged us deeper into Chongqing’s cultural soul. 🧧🌿🥟 #summervacay #vacation #myitinerary
Posted: Jul 18, 2025
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