Ciqikou Ancient Town
Ciqikou Ancient Town — preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty town on the Jialing River
Highlights — Why we like Ciqikou Ancient Town
Intro
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.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings. Evening for atmospheric teahouse culture.
Getting There
Metro Line 1 to Ciqikou station.
Tickets & Entry
- Typical visit
2 hours
Local Tips
Best visited on weekday mornings before tourist crowds build. Try the local specialties: mao xuewang (blood curd hot pot), thousand-layer cake, and garlic sausages from the street food stalls.
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