What to do and see in Chongqing Region, China: The Best Ancient Ruins

July 17, 2021 Chanda Heide

Discover the best top things to do in Chongqing Region, China including The Dazu Rock Carvings, French navy barracks site, Dazu Rock Carvings Beishan Site, An Ju Ancient Town, Ciqikou (Porcelain Port), Lukong Ancient Town, Shi Bao Zhai, Gongtan Ancient Town, Chiang Kai-shek's Residence, "Xinhua Daily" site.
Restaurants in Chongqing Region

1. The Dazu Rock Carvings

In DaZu Zone, Dazu County 402360 China +86 23 4378 0118 [email protected] http://www.dazusk.com
Excellent
66%
Good
30%
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4%
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4.5 based on 247 reviews

The Dazu Rock Carvings

More than 50,000 Buddhist stone carvings date from the 9th to 13th centuries.

Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia

7th-century to 130-century "Thousand Hands of Buddha" in gold, and well preserved religious stone carvings. A world heritage site.

2. French navy barracks site

Danzishi Qiantai Alley, Nan'an District, Chongqing 400061 China
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
17%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

French navy barracks site

3. Dazu Rock Carvings Beishan Site

North of Dazu county, Dazu County 402360 China +86 23 4376 2133
Excellent
69%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
7%
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Dazu Rock Carvings Beishan Site

4. An Ju Ancient Town

Anju Town, Tongliang County China
Excellent
60%
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

An Ju Ancient Town

5. Ciqikou (Porcelain Port)

14 km W of Chongqing, Chongqing 400030 China
Excellent
29%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
4%
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1%
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4.0 based on 1,089 reviews

Ciqikou (Porcelain Port)

Reviewed By 281KevinC - Bangkok, Thailand

Ciqikou is an old town which has now turned into a tourist spot. The street is full of shops lining at both sides selling all sorts of things from handicraft, souvenir, food to ear cleaning service. You can actually spend a whole day here if you are looking for things to shop. Just stop at each shop and savor the goodies sample, drink tea at some tea houses, pamper your ear by allowing the expert to clean it for you. Highly recommended for shoppers alike.

6. Lukong Ancient Town

Laixi Riverside, East of Rongchang County, Rongchang County 402460 China
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Lukong Ancient Town

7. Shi Bao Zhai

No.17 Yinshan Street, Baoshi Town, Zhong County 404332 China
Excellent
34%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
10%
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4.0 based on 111 reviews

Shi Bao Zhai

Reviewed By Alex280546 - Melbourne, Australia

I thought I had good general knowledge, but I had never heard of this place till we were taken as part of our cruise on the Yangtze River. It was a "free" tour for us, but even if your Yangtze cruise asks you to pay, do not miss it! One of the most amazing structures I have seen in my whole life, ANYWHERE. Basically it is a wooden pagoda, leaning on a hill. The approach would put you off, but please don't turn back!! You approach this gem by walking past hundreds of souvenir shops (I never imagined such a small place can support so many shops!), where people come out on the road and hassle you to buy their trinkets. Most of the items are not worth a second look. This is where you may get irritated, and feel inclined to turn back. Don't !! Press ahead, and you see a bridge in front of you. The bridge sways. Seriously. You would not enjoy crossing this bridge if you are in the least bit prone to any kind of sea-sickness. But, press ahead! After you cross the bridge, and go a little further you see this magnificent sight of the pagoda. If you are not inclined to climb, to the 9th floor, you can take pictures and walk back. But, if you climb up to at least the 9th floor, you will be amply rewarded for your efforts. There is wonderful temple, and you can slowly make your way down. (descent is far far easier!). If you are game, you can climb a further three stories to the top of the pagoda (at the very top there is barely place for five or six people to stand). You can get really good photos. If you have a stroller the climb is out of question, the stairs are too narrow, and too crowded. Even the swaying bridge would be a bit dangerous with a stroller. Watch out if you have little kids, they could get hurt on the swaying bridge or while climbing the pagoda. An unforgettable experience!

8. Gongtan Ancient Town

Wujiang River East Coast, Youyang County 409800 China
Excellent
40%
Good
40%
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Gongtan  Ancient Town

9. Chiang Kai-shek's Residence

No.23 Huangshan Mountain, Nan'an District, Chongqing 400065 China
Excellent
32%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
5%
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4.0 based on 19 reviews

Chiang Kai-shek's Residence

10. "Xinhua Daily" site

Hualong Bridge, Hutou Rock Village, Shapingba District, Chongqing 400000 China
Excellent
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50%
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3.5 based on 2 reviews

"Xinhua Daily" site

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