Ciqikou Ancient Town

Ciqikou Ancient Town — preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty town on the Jialing River

Qianyi L.
By Qianyi L.·Updated May 2026·10 min read
Ciqikou Ancient Town cobblestone lanes, Chongqing, China
Time needed
2 hours
Rating
AA

Overview

Ciqikou (Porcelain Port) is a preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty town on the banks of the Jialing River, about 14 kilometres west of central Chongqing. The narrow cobblestone lanes, traditional wooden buildings, teahouses, and street food stalls create a lively slice of pre-industrial Chongqing life. It is one of the few areas in Chongqing where the older architectural character survives amid the modern city.

Plan your visit

Best time to visit

Weekday mornings. Evening for atmospheric teahouse culture.

Getting there

Metro Line 1 to Ciqikou station.

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