Chongqing Travel Guide
If people ask you what the biggest city in China is and you answer “Chongqing,” you might be correct. This huge city, both in terms of land size and total population, is near the end of the navigable part of the Yangtze River for large ships. It was a part of Sichuan Province, but it was made a “municipality” in 1997. In China, a municipality is a big city with a big territory. Chongqing is one of four municipalities in the country. It is a city with a long history, and it was important as an inland port near the rich Sichuan region. Traders came overland or by river. It is located at the place where the Jialing River meets the Yangtze River. Perhaps because the Chongqing area was out of the usual travel routes, the fragile rock carvings at Dazu and the fragile natural cave scenery at Wulong remained comparatively unspoiled. Around the Chongqing urban area, there are some scenic and historical highlights such as Dazu County with ancient rock carvings and art, the rocky scenery at Wulong, the Zigong Dinosaur Museum, the Yangtze River and the 3 Gorges Dam. more about Chongqing »
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Ciqikou Old Town
Overview Ciqikou is on a hill above the Jialing River in the western part of Chongqing city. It is a small section of city with about two city streets and back allies that are set aside as a pedestrian shopping and dining area. The government wants to promote tourist business in the area. People go to shop a... more about Ciqikou Old Town
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Shu Embroidery(蜀绣) Shu embroidery (Shu 蜀 is the shortened form of Sichuan), also called "Chuan embroidery", is one of the four famous embroidery styles in China, others being the Su embroidery(苏绣) of Jiangsu Province, the Xiang embroidery(湘绣) of Hunan Province and the Yue embroidery(粤绣) of Guangdong Province. It has been enjoying high rep...more info about Chongqing Shopping »
Recommended Chongqing Tours
- 4-Days Chongqing and Yangtze River Cruise ( CQ-1 ) From $ 495
- 3-Days Essence of Chongqing Tour ( CQ-3 ) From $ 357
- 6-Days Hong Kong Sights & Yangtze Combo ( HK-4 ) From $ 1858
It takes around 5 hours' drive by taking bus which is 4 hours faster than taking overnight train. The cost is CNY180 per person more or less and very convenience to take.
Hi Prudy,
You can take the air express, about 30 RMB, from the airport to Shangqing Temple stop, then take a taxi, for about 15-20 minutes, from this stop to the hotel.
Regards,
Coco
Hi Mo Sharif, thank you for you inquiry. I'm Nora, a trip advisor of China Highlights. Glad to offer you some information. According to the information online, the cost for one round at Chongqing Baoli Golf Club is CNY700 for the weekdays and CNY720 for weekends per person, including the cost for caddie, golf cart and locker. If you would like to play golf there, you will need to call to make reservation in advance. Tel: 86-023-67883338/67883399
Email: polycq@163.com
If you would like to take our private transfer from airport to the club, the cost is CNY400 per person.
Hello Swati,
I think the most convinience sea port near Chongqing is Shanghai Baoshan port.
Hi Vitaly,
You can take a taxi to Chaotianmen Dock to board on a ship, as for buying a ticket on a normal ship sailing to Yichang, I am not sure whether the tickets are available when you are there. Usually our customers book the tickets ahead of time on the ships we recommend on our website. We may have difficulties booking a local ferry boat.
We have special deals on the ships we recommend at about US$350 per person, check here and see which ship you like best,
http://www.chinahighlights.com/yangtzecruise/president-fleet/
Hi Michael
Do you mean the Linyi in Shangdong province? If so, there is no direct flight from Chongqin to Linyi.
Take flight to Jinnan first, then take bus or taxi at the airport to Jinnan bus station where you could find the bus to Linyi.
William Huo
Travel Advisor
Dear Kevin,
I have checked there is no bus from the airport to Dawan town. It's about 68 km from the center of the city to the town. It takes about 1 hour at least by bus. As Dawan town is not a sightseeing place, we have little of information about it. I am sorry i can't give you more details.
Hi Luccie Lu,
Thanks for your reply. That is good information.
I have some friends who will be in Dawan Town and just wanted to know
travel and hotel options.
Any one please correct me if I am wrong.
I will need to travel from airport or airport hotel in to Chongqing,
then take bus from Chongqing to Dawan Town.
Is it better to stay at airport hotel or stay in Chongqing near bus.
Also can anyone tell me what highway number or road name goes to Dawan Town so I can locate it on Google Earth.
Thanks for reading and the information.
Hi Kevin,
Welcome to Chongqing. As you will go to Dawan Town, I suggest you stay at airport or hotel near around. Daou wan Town is a rural area in Chongqing, it is necessary for you to take a taxi there, half an hour away from airport. The highway to Dawan Town is G65. Hope these information may give you some help. For more details about Chongqing, you can visit IN CQ (www.incq023.com) and ask your question.
Good Luck!
cqtwins
Dear Chris,
Based on the former data, the temperature is about 23-30°C, it's suitable for wearing the T-shirts. You can check the new information on this website before you leave to Chongqing. Click here: http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101040100.shtml
Hi Rei
Our travel advisor Karen Yang(http://www.chinahighlights.com/community/user/14/) has contacted you.
Thanks for your support.
Dear Joe,
Based on the information you provided, I can’t find the bridge. I think the bridge might be Jiahua Bridge (嘉华大桥). It’s built from Dec. 29, 2004 to Jun. 16, 2007, connecting Yangtze river and Jialing river. It’s said that it’s the widest bridge in Asia.
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