Chongzhou, formerly known as Chongqing County and affectionately called “Little Chongqing”, shares the character “Qing” in its name with the metropolis of Chongqing. During the hardships of 2008, the people of Chongqing built a lifeline for Chongzhou which was named the Chongqing Road. Today, this road has become one of China's most beautiful rural highways, where marathon runners run for spring every March.

This late summer, Chongzhou warmly invites visitors from Chongqing to explore this land with profound friendship through the “Loving and Cool Weekend Gateways of Yanhua, Chongzhou”, experiencing its charms.

Welcome to Chongzhou

The Yanhuachi Museum in Chongzhou, a masterpiece of Sichuan-style classical gardens, features the water which flowed in sapphire serenity, reflecting the pavilion with blooming lotuses. At night, the immersive theatrical performance “Lu You: Dreaming Back to Yanhua” brings thousand-year-old poetry to life through light and shadow, as if stepping into the refined world of the Southern Song Dynasty.

Yanhuachi Museum, Chongzhou

Each day's heat built to a crescendo, the crystal-clear springs of Jiulonggou is the best gift. Visitors can raft through mountains and rivers, experiencing thrilling rapids and gently changing waves. The metasequoia forests and waterfront boardwalks in Qimu River Wetland Park create a fairytale-like “Wonderland of Green”, making them ideal for cycling and hiking.

Jiulonggou Rafting

The Bamboo Craft Village located in Daoming County is where intangible heritage meets modern trends. Whether trying traditional bamboo weaving or taking photos at the architecture named “Zhuli”, visitors can always discover a romance.

Intangible Cultural Heritage,Bamboo Weaving Craft

A mere three-hour drive cannot dampen the perpetual longing to reunite of these two regions. Chongzhou invites Chongqing travelers to embrace its dual allure—classical elegance and contemporary vibrancy, cool adventures and poetic tranquility. Chongzhou will greet every guest warmly to let its landscapes witness friendship and create unforgettable memories.