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Chongqing’s attractions number 17 below, and include the Yangtze Three Gorges, geological marvels, city landmarks, parks, grottoes with Buddhist carvings and museums. The Dazu Buddhist Rock Carvings and the natural wonders of the Wulong Karst Region make great days out.
Chongqing is the most popular place to start a Yangtze cruise, as the Yangtze flows from Chongqing through the Three Gorges, taking in sights like Fengdu Ghost City, White Emperor City and the Lesser Three Gorges.
Make the best of your stay in Chongqing with our Chongqing tours, or design your own Chongqing tour if you have particular requirements.
Tourist Attractions in Chongqing
Dazu Grottoes 4.80/5
Location The Dazu Rock Carving is located in the southeast of the Sichuan Basin, 271 kilometers away from the west of Chengdu, 167 kilometers away from the east of Chongqing. The Dazu Rock Carving lies in Dazu County, which is 167 kilometers away from the urban area of Chongqing city. It's a general designati... more about Dazu Rock Carvings
Ciqikou Old Town 4.53/5
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
People Liberation Monument 4.4/5
Overview Chongqing People's Liberation Monument was built in 1945 to commemorate the victory over the Japanese in WWII. It was renamed in 1950 to commemorate the Communist conquest of the area. It is in a large pedestrian shopping plaza that is in the Yuzhong District that is regarded as the commercial cente... more about Liberation Monument
Stillwell Museum 4.27/5
No.130 of Jian She Xin Cun ( originally No.3 of Jianling Xin Cun) in Chongqing, was once used by the National Government as the house for distinguished guests. After General Joseph W. Stilwell's arrival in Chongqing on March 4, 1942, the place was made his headquarters and residence. Every time when he came t... more about Stillwell Museum
Great Hall of the People
Overview Chongqing People's Hall was built between 1951 and 1954. It was called the Sino-Soviet Building. It is a big building. Its dome resembles that of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. It has a 4,000 seat auditorium. It is still considered one of the symbols of Chongqing. In front of it is a large square ... more about Great Hall of the People
Huguang Guild Hall
Overview The Huguang Guild Hall is an old complex of buildings that was a cultural, business and social center for more than 200 years. When people came from other provinces to settle in the region during the Qing Dynasty, they built guild halls. The Huguang Hall was built for people from Hubei, Guangdong, G... more about Huguang Guild Hall
Goose Neck Park
Summary Literally meaning "Goose Neck" Park, it is located at the highest place of Chongqing Peninsula. Eling Park is the best place to enjoy the night view of Chongqing City. It is also one of the earliest private gardens in Chongqing. Overview Located at Changjiang Road, Yuzhong district, Eling... more about Eling Park
Fengdu Ghost City
Overview A popular stop on Yangtze River cruises has been the Fengdu “Ghost City.” It used to be a burial area with scores of temples and shrines and a small ancient town. Due to the construction of the 3 Gorges Dam, the ghostly city is underwater. However, a hill and dozens of temples remain in ... more about Fengdu Ghost City
Lesser Three Gorges
Overview The Lesser Three Gorges are three valleys of the Daning River in Wushan County. They are called Longmen (Dragon Gate) Gorge, Bawu (Misty) Gorge, and Dicui (Emerald) Gorge. They are a destination of some Yangtze River cruises, and you can book a trip that will take you there. Now that the Three Gorge... more about Lesser Three Gorges
White Emperor City
BaidiCheng (White Emperor City) is situated at the entrance of Qutang Gorge, north of the Yangtze River. The mini city sits on top of Baidi Hill and has many temples and gates. It is within the boundary of Fengjie County, Chongqing. BaidiCheng is surrounded by water on three sides, and by mountains on the lef... more about White Emperor City
Hi, Mrs Deng,
Travel to Zhangjiajie and Yangtze Gorges is possible in Mid december. The weather may be a bot cold, so you need to bring layers to keep warm.
Since there is no direct flights between Chongqing/Yichang and Zhangjiajie at present, it is be bit inconvenience and rush to make Yangtze River cruise and Zhangjiajie into a tour within 6 days. I will send you a proposal for your Yangtze River cruise (4 days 3 nights) via e-mail, please e-mail me back if you need any further assistance.
Hello Bernard,
The temperature will be around 10~15 census degree in Chongqing, please do not worry, it won't be snowing, but I still suggest you bring your warm coat and sweater with you.
Lee
Hi, Helene,
Chongqing is worth one or two days. Sights worhing seeing include; the Cixikou Old Town, Three Gorges Museum and Eling Park.
Hi Hélène,
When you are in Chongqing, you can try and visit the amazing Dazu Grottoes (about 2 hours away from the city), the Zoo to see lovely pandas, the Three Gorges Musuem to learn how the Gorges are tamed; you may also enjoy sometime in the local markets or try the light rail in the city.
Chongqing is famous for its hotpot, try one of them in the city center Jiefangbei(Liberation Monument) or in Ciqikou where you can also find a lot of local snacks.
If you prefer to have someone to show you the city, write to us and we will be more than happy to arrange day tours for you.
