"Escape the 40°C Sauna of Chongqing, Find Back the 21°C Summer at Simian Mountain"

【Summer in the City is Just Suffering】 The AC's chill can't dispel the stifling heat in your heart Kids' summer vacations are filled with so-called smart devices Weekend late-night snacks mix with sweat and grease, making you feel hotter with every bite After overtime, stepping out of the office, the overwhelming heatwave makes even breathing feel sticky... "How long has it been since you truly felt cool this summer?" A 1.5-hour drive to a refreshing world Simian Mountain, Chongqing locals' secret "natural air-conditioned room"—✅ Wangxiangtai Waterfall: A 158-meter-high curtain of water cascades down; standing at its base, the mist instantly cools you by 10°C. ✅ Pearl Lake: Crystal-clear waters perfect for kids to splash and catch fish—their laughter more soothing than game sound effects. ✅ Tudi Rock: Crimson Danxia cliffs like a sunset-painted scroll, every shot a masterpiece. "Turns out summer doesn’t require AC to survive—nature already has your cooling plan ready." 【Last-Minute Cool Escape Guide】 🚗 Self-Driving Route Day1: Downtown → Take G75 Lanhai Expressway (1.5-hour drive) → Simian Mountain North Gate → Wangxiangtai Waterfall (snap photos, feel the waterfall’s power, ~2 hours) → Longtan Lake boat ride (serene lakeside views) → Tudi Rock Danxia mural hike (immerse in nature’s artistry) → Honghai Scenic Area boat to Yu-Qian Border Marker (straddle two provinces!). Stay overnight in a scenic B&B—stargazing included. Day2: Love Ladder hike (6,208 steps, leg-burning but heartwarming love stories en route) → Zhongshan Ancient Town (Ming-Qing era charm, traditional workshops) → Baisha Ancient Town (Yangtze River port culture, photo ops) → Return. 💳 🚌 Car-Free Option Direct buses from Chongqing’s Longtousi or Jiefangbei stations let you sleep in and still catch the views. Or take a high-speed train to Jiangjin North Station, then transfer (a minor hassle)—but the cool beauty ahead makes it worth it! Cost Breakdown ▪️ Tickets: ¥80 (check Ctrip for discounts) ▪️ B&B: ¥200/room (breakfast + mountain views included) ▪️ Meals: ¥120/person (must-try: bamboo shoots with bacon + spring tofu) Ditch the 40°C weekend stress—head to Simian Mountain for mountain breezes and freedom!