Chongqing, Sichuan, China

重庆四川中国

Chongqing, Sichuan, China 重庆四川中国. As one of China’s four designated municipalities, Chongqing 重庆 is a historically rich and culturally diverse city. Located along the lower reaches of the Yangtze River 扬子江, the geographical area surrounding the city is heavily mountainous and rural. Renowned for soaring skyscrapers, spicy cuisine and cultural significance, Chongqing 重庆 boasts an excellent combination of urban metropolis and breathtaking nature. Described as a ‘mountain city’ and a ‘city built on rivers’, Chongqing 重庆 has distinctive features and draws tourists with an array of waterfalls, gorges, caves, rivers and forests. As a gateway to western China, the city marks the starting point for incredible scenery past both Chongqing 重庆 and Chengdu 成都. When in Chongqing 重庆, spicy food is a must and there are local delicacies such as hotpot 火锅, dan dan noodles 担担面 and boiled fish 水煮鱼. The cuisine encompasses bold, strong flavours which are dominated by numbing spices, garlic and sesame paste. Visit notable sites such as Hongya Cave 洪崖洞, Dazu Rock Carvings 大足石刻 and Chongqing Art Museum 重庆美术馆. Experience Chongqing below.