Today's Chongqing 今日重庆

Today's Chongqing

Chongqing is a modern city. China 's fourth municipality after Beijing , Shanghai , and Tianjin . Within its borders Chongqing encompasses a wealth of water reserves, mineral resources, dense forests, and an abundance of floral and fauna. Along with being a commercial city, Chongqing has many tourist attractions with the centerpiece being the unique Yangtze Three Gorges Dam.

Charms of Chongqing

Chongqing attracts visitors from home and abroad for its cultural heritage and tourist attractions.The city is the starting point for the Yangtze River Cruises, which explore the stunning scenery of the Three Gorges.

Other attractions include the Dazu Stone Carvings, valuable works of art carved during the Ninth Century, Golden Buddha Mountain, a rich repository of diverse animals and plants, and Fishing Town, one of three ancient battlefields in China. Ancient Ciqikou village lures tourists to linger in its streets to buy handicraft souvenirs.

Chongqing is famous for its hot Sichuan cuisine and world-famous Hotpot dishes. Street vendors as well as restaurants feature exciting spicy delicacies for the adventurous. Chongqing provides convenient water, land, and air transportation. Hundreds of star-ranked hotels provide excellent facilities and services. Chongqing is ready to lead in the development of Western China and usher in more visitors and investors.