A massive, futuristic mountain city famous for spicy hotpot and cyberpunk river views. Fall in love with the mountain city's vertical labyrinth of neon and spice.
Say it: Chongqing — “chong-ching” (重庆).
📍 WhereSouthwest China, along the upper reaches of the Yangtze River.
🚄 Getting thereBeijing · Flight ~3 h Shanghai · Flight ~2.5 h
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🏛️ History · World War II · 1937–1945
🌍 Around the same time London endured the Blitz during World War II.
Wartime Capital and Secret Refuges
During the Second Sino-Japanese War, this rugged mountain city served as China's wartime capital. Visitors can walk the historic paths where leaders negotiated and underground shelters provided sanctuary.
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Chongqing People's Great Hall重庆市人民大礼堂
Standing before the Chongqing People's Great Hall feels like witnessing an architectural marvel bridging imperial grandeur and modern Chinese history! Completed in 1954 under the l
🎬 On screen · Modern Era
Reel Chongqing: Cyberpunk and Crime
Chongqing's surreal multi-layered architecture has made it a favorite backdrop for gritty dramas and neon-soaked thrillers. Step into the cinematic frames of these iconic films as you explore the city's labyrinthine alleys.
🎬 Better Days (少年的你) · 2019🎬 Crazy Stone (疯狂的石头) · 2006🎬 Chongqing Hot Pot (火锅英雄) · 2016
Qiansimen Jialing River Bridge千厮门嘉陵江大桥
If you want to step directly into a futuristic, neon-drenched cyberpunk dreamscape, Qiansimen Jialing River Bridge is an absolute must-visit. Connecting the historic Yuzhong Penins
Hongya Cave探秘洪崖洞
Perched dramatically against the steep cliffside overlooking the Jialing River, Hongya Cave (Hongyadong) is an 11-story architectural wonder built in the traditional Bayu stilt hou
Chongqing Yangtze River Cableway重庆长江索道
Known as the 'First Air Corridor across the Yangtze River,' the Chongqing Yangtze River Cableway is an absolute legend and an irreplaceable symbol of this jaw-dropping vertical met
🥢 Food · Everyday
The Fiery Soul of Hotpot
Dive into bubbling cauldrons of crimson beef tallow and numbing Sichuan peppercorns, known locally as huoguo (hotpot). It is a fiery social ritual that defines the very spirit of the local people.
Tianbang Old Hotpot (Old Store)天棒老火锅(老店)
Peijie Old Hot Pot佩姐老火锅
Yuwei Xiang Hotpot (Daping Main Store)渝味响火锅(总店)
🥢 Food · Everyday
Street-Side Noodle Culture
Slurp down bowls of spicy wanzamian (pea and minced meat noodles) at bustling street corners alongside locals. Every neighborhood boasts its own secret recipe for these soulful, carb-loaded bowls.
Gaopangmei Noodles (Lianglukou Main Branch)胖妹小面(两路口总店)
Huashi Wanza Noodles (Main Branch)花市豌杂面(花市总店)
Widely hailed as one of Chongqing's iconic 'Top 5 Xiao Mian' spots, Huashi Wanza Noodles is an unmissable culinary institution originally named after its location near the historic
⛰️ Nature · Ancient Earth
Karst Wonders and Fissures
Venturing beyond the urban core reveals breathtaking natural limestone gorges and subterranean rivers carved over millennia. Kayaking through these dramatic valleys offers an escape into primeval wilderness.
Longshuixia Fissure龙水峡地缝
Imagine descending deep into a crack in the Earth where sunlight barely penetrates, surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs towering hundreds of meters above you. Longshuixia Fissure
Bring your passport (real-name entry)
Wulong Mountain Zhuzi Stream Kayaking Experience
Enjoy the thrill of kayaking amidst lush green nature
Perched like a verdant crown above Chongqing's Shapingba District, Gele Mountain National Forest Park is where lush subtropical nature meets China's poignant modern history. Known
🏮 Culture · Imperial Dynasties
Taoist Cliffs and Mountain Temples
Perched precariously on forested mountain slopes, ancient sanctuaries offer quiet respite from the roaring metropolis below. These sacred sites blend traditional wooden architecture with misty panoramic views.
Laojun Cave老君洞
Perched dramatically on the forested cliffs of Nanshan Mountain, Laojun Cave is the most prominent Taoist temple complex in Chongqing. Tracing its roots back to the Tang Dynasty as
Luohan Temple罗汉寺
Tucked away right in the beating heart of Chongqing's neon-drenched Yuzhong District, Luohan Temple (Arhat Temple) offers one of the most breathtaking urban juxtapositions on earth
Shangxinjie上新街
Nestled on the South Bank (Nan'an District) of Chongqing, Shangxinjie is an electrifying slice of old-school mountain city life that feels frozen in time while buzzing with raw ene
✂️ Crafts · Contemporary
Industrial Rebirth and Neon Heights
Old Soviet-era factories and printing plants have been transformed into vibrant creative hubs filled with art galleries and indie cafes. Afterward, soar above the glittering skyline for a bird's-eye view of the modern metropolis.
TESTBED2 Cultural and Creative Park鹅岭贰厂文创公园
Perched dramatically along the crest of the Yuzhong Peninsula, TESTBED2 is a vibrant industrial rebirth story and Chongqing's undisputed hipster capital. Originally the Republic of
Eye of the Clouds Observation Deck重庆云端之眼观景台
Perched dramatically atop the 67th floor of the United International Mansion in Chongqing's vibrant Yuzhong Peninsula, the Eye of the Clouds (Yunduan Zhi Yan) is an electrifying op
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📱 Paying
China runs on Alipay and WeChat Pay. Both accept foreign Visa and Mastercard after a passport check — set one up before you fly, and carry a little cash as backup.
🎫 Booking sights
Many major sights must be booked in advance under your real name. Foreigners book with their passport number and must show the same passport at the gate. Popular ones sell out.
🌐 Internet
Google, WhatsApp and Instagram don't work on Chinese networks. Most visitors use their home roaming or a travel eSIM.
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Chongqing People's Great Hall 重庆市人民大礼堂Standing before the Chongqing People's Great Hall feels like witnessing an architectural marvel bridging imperial grandeur and modern Chinese history! Completed in 1954 under the l
