Chongqing, this mountain city, is really a place where you don’t want to leave once you come here!
### Chongqing Travel Tips
Chongqing, this mountain city, is really a place where you don’t want to leave once you come here! The 3D magical terrain, the spicy hot pot, and the old stories hidden in the alleys all make people want to find out. If you haven’t been to Chongqing yet, it’s time to make plans! Next, I will give you a detailed 3-day travel plan, and talk about Chongqing’s humanities, culture and special food. I guarantee that you will be itching to visit!
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### **3-day Chongqing travel plan**
**Day 1: First experience of the magical mountain city**
- **Morning: Jiefangbei & Bayi Road Food Street**
Jiefangbei is a landmark of Chongqing. Surrounded by tall buildings, it is a great place for shopping and taking photos. When you get tired of shopping, go to Bayi Road Food Street, which is simply a paradise for foodies! Hot and sour noodles, mountain city rice dumplings, fried crispy pork...you can try any of them and they won’t disappoint you.
- **Afternoon: Yangtze River Cableway & Hongyadong**
Take the Yangtze River Cableway, feel the thrill of the "Sky Bus", and overlook the magnificent scenery of the confluence of the two rivers. Go to Hongyadong in the evening, and when the lights come on, the entire building complex looks like the scene in "Spirited Away", and it's perfect for taking pictures!
- **Evening: Hotpot time**
How can you not eat hotpot when you come to Chongqing? I recommend going to "Sister Pei's Old Hotpot" or "Yuwei Xiaoyu Hotpot" near Jiefangbei, order a nine-square grid, and eat hot tripe, yellow throat, and duck intestines. It's so spicy that you can't stop even if you sweat!
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**Day 2: The collision of history and literature**
- **Morning: Ciqikou Ancient Town**
Ciqikou is the best-preserved ancient town in Chongqing, with bluestone roads, old teahouses, and handicraft shops, full of the flavor of old Chongqing. You can try Chen Mahua and Maoxuewang, they taste very authentic.
- **Afternoon: Liziba Light Rail Station & Eling Second Factory**
Go see the spectacle of the light rail passing through a building and take a check-in photo. Then go to Eling Second Factory, which is a cultural and creative park transformed from an old factory building. It is full of literary and artistic atmosphere and is suitable for taking photos and relaxing with a cup of coffee.
- **Evening: Nanshan Yikeshu Observation Deck**
Go to Nanshan Yikeshu at night and overlook the night view of the entire Chongqing. The brightly lit night view of the mountain city will definitely shock you!
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**Day 3: Fusion of nature and humanity**
- **Morning: Wulong Three Natural Bridges**
If you have enough time, you can take a one-day tour to Wulong, which is the filming location of "Transformers 4". The magnificent scenery of the Three Natural Bridges will make you marvel at the wonders of nature.
- **Afternoon: Return to the city and stroll along the mountain trail**
If you don’t go to Wulong, you can stroll along the mountain trails in the city, experience the atmosphere of old Chongqing life, and take a look at the river view.
- **Evening: Nanbin Road Night View & BBQ**
The night view of Nanbin Road is also unique. You can take a walk along the river, enjoy the breeze, and finally find a barbecue restaurant and order a few skewers of grilled brain and grilled sweet potato skin to end a perfect trip to Chongqing.
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### **Chongqing’s humanities and culture**
Chongqing is a city full of the flavor of life. The people here are warm and straightforward. They talk as if they are quarreling, but they are actually very enthusiastic. Chongqing has a rich history. It was the temporary capital during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and has left behind many historical relics. Today's Chongqing has both modern skyscrapers and urban life in old alleys. This contrast is particularly charming.
Chongqing's "wharf culture" is also unique. Because it is located at the confluence of two rivers, many people who made a living from the wharf in the past developed a generous and loyal character. You can still feel this atmosphere at Chaotianmen Wharf.
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### **Special Food in Chongqing**
1. **Hotpot**: Chongqing hotpot is the soul of the city. The beef oil base is fragrant and spicy. Hotpot tripe, yellow throat and duck intestines are standard.
2. **Noodles**: Have a bowl of spicy noodles in the morning to wake up the energy for the day.
3. **Hot and Sour Noodles**: It is sour and spicy and appetizing, and the noodles are chewy and very satisfying to eat.
4. **Maoxuewang**: spicy and delicious, it contains tripe, blood, eel, etc., with plenty of ingredients.
5. **Roasted brain**: It sounds a bit strong, but it tastes as tender and smooth as tofu and is very spicy.
6. **Shancheng Glutinous Rice Balls**: sweet but not greasy, perfect for a refreshing snack after spicy food.
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### **Travel Tips**
- Chongqing has a complex terrain and navigation may not work properly. Ask for directions more often. Chongqing people are very friendly.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as climbing up hills and bumps is the norm.
- Remember to order hotpot slightly spicy, unless you are a true spice warrior!
Chongqing is truly a city you will fall in love with once you visit it. Although you cannot explore all of it in 3 days, you can definitely feel its charm. Pack your bags and let’s go!