[2024 Chongqing Attraction] Travel Guide for Changshou Ancient Town (Updated Dec)

I went to Changshou with friends over the weekend. I didn't have high expectations before going, and my impression of the place was limited to Changshou Ancient Town and Changshou Lake. However, after a detailed visit, I found it has its own unique charm😌 Strolling through the old streets, 🍵 drinking damdam tea... Experiencing the leisurely cultural atmosphere, I slowly fell in love with this small city. Changshou is not big, and you can visit most of the attractions in one weekend. Let me share my travel tips with you! - 👉2 days and 1 night itinerary D1 Arrive at Changshou—Sanduoguai Old Street—Changshou Museum—Bodhi Ancient Town D2 Bodhi Mountain—Changshou Lake - Recommended check-in spots ✅Sanduoguai Old Street This was the most surprising place in this trip, and I can say that its cultural atmosphere is even richer than that of Ciqikou and Shiba Ti. ⛰️ Built along the mountain, you can walk up from the riverside all the way to the city of Changshou, with the whole street winding and turning. Although it is currently being renovated, there are still many old residents living here, and you can also drink damdam tea. Next to it is the famous Changshou cable car🚠, but it is also under renovation, leaving a little regret for the next visit! . ✅Bodhi Ancient Town This ancient town is also very interesting. The wide stone roads are not tiring to stroll on, and a winding river runs through it, 📷 giving it a feel of the water towns in the south of the Yangtze River. There are many places to eat on both sides, and we randomly chose one that was very good👍 . ✅Changshou Lake It's really comfortable to come to Changshou Lake in summer, but unfortunately, it was drizzling on the day we went 🌧️, which did not affect the beauty of Changshou Lake. Perhaps because of the rain, there were fewer people, and we strolled very leisurely and comfortably. 🌳 Greenery everywhere caught our eyes, and the air was so good that staying for most of the day seemed to make one forget some worries. Here you can also camp⛺️ and take boat trips🛶, which is very suitable for the whole family to play. . ✅Changshou Museum The simplest way to understand a city is to start from its museum. Here you can find the historical and cultural origins of Changshou from ancient times to the present, and there are many cultural relics on display. - ⚠️ It takes about 1.5 hours to drive from the main city, and about half an hour by high-speed rail. It is recommended to stay near the ancient town, as it is closer to everywhere!

Compared to the main urban area of Chongqing, I love the small town with its lively atmosphere even more! I really like this city around Chongqing. I have been to Changshou several times, and every time I go, I feel so relaxed and comfortable. You can have a great time in this small city over a weekend. Here is a 2-day itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Changshou → Visit Sandao Guai Old Street → Take the Changshou Cable Car → Visit Putuo Ancient Town Day 2: Go to Linfeng Town to pick pomelos → Visit Changshou Lake → Return to Chongqing Transportation: It only takes half an hour by high-speed rail, and if you drive, it only takes about an hour. Travel tips: Sandao Guai Old Street: This is a lively old street! It is built on a mountain, and there are not many people, so it is easy to take beautiful photos. The whole street is winding and has a strong cultural atmosphere. When you are tired of walking, you can sit down and drink tea and bask in the sun. It is so comfortable. Chongqing Changshou Cable Car: This must be a childhood memory for every Changshou person. It started in 1963 and was repaired in the past two years. It is now open, and you can ride it for free. There is a ride every 10 minutes, and you can see the scenery on the other side of the river when the weather is good. Putuo Ancient Town: Putuo Ancient Town has a bit of Jiangnan charm. The wide stone road is not tiring to walk on, and there are beautiful scenes of small bridges and flowing water. When night falls, the atmosphere is even better.

I really love this city near Chongqing. I have been to Changshou several times, and every time I go there, I feel very relaxed and comfortable. You can visit the whole town in a weekend! - ✅2-day itinerary D1 Arrive in Changshou ➡️ Sandao Guai Old Street ➡️ Changshou Cable Car ➡️ Putuo Ancient Town D2 Pick pomelos in Linfeng Town ➡️ Changshou Lake ➡️ Return to Chongqing 🚗Transportation: 30 minutes by high-speed rail, just over 1 hour by car! - ✅Travel tips: ✔️Sandao Guai Old Street A lively old street! ⛰️Built on a mountain, it is not crowded and is a great place to take photos. The street is winding and full of culture. You can enjoy tea and sunshine when you are tired, which is very pleasant! . ✔️Chongqing Changshou Cable Car This is a childhood memory for every Changshou resident. 🚃It was built in 1963, and was renovated and reopened two years ago. It is free to ride, and runs every 10 minutes. You can see the other side of the river on a clear day. 🏙️ . ✔️Putuo Ancient Town Putuo Ancient Town is a bit like Jiangnan. The wide stone road is easy to walk on, and there are small bridges and flowing water. 😌The atmosphere is great at night. . ✔️Linfeng Town Now is the season for pomelos in Changshou, so we went to Linfeng Town to pick pomelos. 😆There are many pomelos here, and every household has a pile of pomelos at the door. They are sweet and cheap! . ✔️Changshou Lake Changshou Lake is really the "Little Erhai Lake" of Chongqing. It has different scenery in every season. It is very large and divided into many areas. It is recommended to take a sightseeing bus to visit. I have been to Changshou Lake several times. 🛶This time, I took a boat to Shou Island and experienced a helium balloon ride. The view of Shou Island from the air is breathtaking. There is also a hot spring courtyard in Changshou Lake. The environment is great, and it is very pleasant to soak in the hot spring here. ♨️It is a perfect end to a weekend trip. - ✅Accommodation & food recommendations: 🏨It is convenient to stay in the town or near Putuo Ancient Town. 😋Changshou rice noodles, Changshou fish, and other foods are delicious!

Chongqing & Yangtze River Cruise 2-day itinerary, enjoy the beautiful scenery without getting lost! Check out this practical guide for a relaxing trip and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges! -- 📅 Itinerary: Day 1: Changshou Ancient Town - White Emperor City - Kui Gate Explore the ancient town, discover the historical legends of White Emperor City, and enjoy the magnificent scenery of Kui Gate. A day full of fun. Day 2: Yangtze River Cruise - Qutang Gorge - Wu Gorge - Xiling Gorge Scenic Area - Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area - 185 Viewing Platform Enjoy the wonders of the Three Gorges, the beauty of Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, and the tranquility of Xiling Gorge. Finally, visit the Three Gorges Dam, climb the 185 Viewing Platform, and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view. -- Recommended attractions: 🏞️ Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area: Visit the birthplace of ancient Chinese culture and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the Three Gorges from different angles. 🌊 Yangtze River Cruise: The steepness of Qutang Gorge and the magnificent mountains and rivers of the Grand Canyon are fascinating and a great place to experience the charm of the Yangtze River. 🎨 Xiling Gorge Scenic Area: The gorge scenery of Xiling Gorge is like a magnificent painting, making you linger. 💥 Qutang Gorge: As the starting point of the magnificent beauty of the Three Gorges, the cliffs on both sides are a paradise for photographers and nature explorers. 🌲 Wu Gorge: The gorge is long and deep, with strange peaks. The gorge is deep and beautiful, and there is new scenery waiting for you to discover at every turn. -- Travel essentials: 🎒 Going to Chongqing & Yangtze River Cruise, you need to bring these! 👚 Clothing: In December, the temperature in the Three Gorges is moderate but windy, so it is recommended to bring a warm coat, sweater, and sportswear for easy movement. Don't forget your swimsuit, enjoy swimming in the river! 🎫 Documents & Accessories: Bring your ID card and cruise ticket, sunglasses for sun protection and style. Hats and scarves are also good accessories, stylish and windproof. 💊 Daily necessities: Cold medicine and stomach medicine, sunscreen, and sun hats are essential. Toiletries may not be provided on the cruise, so bring your own facial cleanser, toothpaste, and toothbrush! -- Don't hesitate, pack this guide to Chongqing & Yangtze River Cruise, and start your wonderful journey now!

Friends, departing from the main city of Chongqing, it only takes half an hour by high-speed train to reach this seriously underrated hidden gem of a town—Changshu! Not only does it have the sweet Shatian pomelo, but also ancient towns, temples, museums, and other free scenic spots waiting for you to explore! 🎉🗺 A two-day and one-night trip to Changshu is packed with itineraries and full of surprises! 🏯 Day1⃣: Main city → Bodhi Ancient Town → Changshu Museum → Hotel Bodhi Ancient Town, where every brick and tile tells the story of Changshu. The flowing water under the arch bridge, the blue stone slab road, and the big trees on both sides form a picture of the Jiangnan area that makes one linger and forget to return. 🌳 Changshu Museum, a free yet very stylish place. It showcases the history and culture of Changshu, from the development history on the first floor to the introduction of hydropower on the second floor, each part is shocking and definitely worth a visit! 🏛 🌄 Day2⃣: Hotel → Sandaoguai → Changshu Lake → Return trip Sandaoguai, the old street is built along the mountain, and every step on the bluestone road has gone through the centuries of Changshu's vicissitudes. There is no commercial noise here, only the tranquility and the atmosphere of life forgotten by time. 🚶‍♂ Changshu Lake, a true natural scenic spot. Baishou Garden, Romantic Magpie Bridge, Romantic Flower Field, Camping Base... each spot is a great place for taking photos. Evening primrose, rose walls, water fir forests, each place is so beautiful that it intoxicates. 🌺 📌 Travel tips: The Changshu Museum is closed on Mondays, don't go there in vain! On the old street of Sandaoguai, every step is history, walk slowly and savor it. The natural scenery of Changshu Lake, remember to bring your camera, every spot here is photogenic! 🌈 Changshu town, a place where you can find tranquility in your busy life and experience different customs. Come on, this place will definitely give you a different Chongqing experience! 🚀🎨

Two-day travel guide|||Just 0.5h by high-speed train, I've discovered a treasure of a small town near Chongqing~ It has an ancient town that resembles the south of the Yangtze River, with blooming flowers and plenty of delicious food No need to jostle with the crowds during May Day, take a reverse trip to Changshou instead! This unpopular yet interesting small town is really, really worth it. . 📍Chongqing City·Changshou District Historically part of the Ba State called Zhìyì, originally named Lewen County. Due to the longevity of its residents, it was renamed Changshou County in 1363 🚄High-speed train: Chongqing➠Changshou North, about 30 minutes . 🌀2 Days and 1 Night Itinerary D❶: Sandaoguai Old Street➠Changshou Museum➠Bodhi Ancient Town, stay near Bodhi Ancient Town D❷: Sunrise at Bodhi Mountain➠Changshou Lake➠Depart from Changshou Lake High-speed Train Station . ⭐️Travel tips 1️⃣Sandaoguai A Ming and Qing architectural complex built along the Yangtze River, with ancient bluestone paths, tranquil and leisurely walks, teahouses under the big ancient trees at the street corners are full of life, and every snapshot captures the taste of old Chongqing The riverside road below the old street is also beautiful 2️⃣Changshou Museum A museum that pleasantly surprised me, with many cultural relics inside, including porcelain, pottery, calligraphy, paintings, dinosaur fossils, etc. 📍The treasure of the museum, the 'Ming Tri-colored Guard Figurine', is lifelike and displayed on the left side of the second floor Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm, closed on Mondays, but open on statutory holidays 3️⃣Bodhi Ancient Town Bridges over flowing water, lush and green, with a Jiangnan feel 📍The streets on both sides of the water are full of local delicacies 📍The main street has many ancient buildings and lots of snacks. It's photogenic, and the night view is beautiful 4️⃣Bodhi Mountain The stone steps leading up the mountain are engraved with 19,999 different 'longevity' characters, walking the Wanshou Stairway to 📍the top of the mountain to the Holy Light Tower is a great spot to watch the sunrise 5️⃣Changshou Lake It's very large, take a sightseeing car for a tour 📍Photogenic route: Hundred Longevity Garden➠Tourist Boat Dock (with lots of marigolds)➠Hundred Flowers Island (verbena, daisies like a rainbow cake layer by layer)➠Romantic Magpie Bridge (beautiful lake view)➠Water Fun World (beautiful lakeside forest)➠Camping Base (comfortable to boil tea by the lake) . 🐟About the food Just choose a place with lots of people along the river in Bodhi Ancient Town The Lakefront Garden Restaurant in Changshou Lake, the full fish feast is amazing! Various ways to enjoy fish, my favorites are the Squirrel Mandarin Fish and Mountain Pepper Fish, even those who don't like fish will find it delicious, haha .

😍😍 If you are passionate about exploring the profound Bayu culture and experiencing the vitality of Changshou's health-preserving lifestyle, the Changshou Bodhi Ancient Town located in Changshou District of Chongqing is undoubtedly your ideal choice! 🌈🌈 This AAAAA-rated scenic spot ingeniously integrates the ancient and the modern, vividly displaying the millennia-old Bayu cultural demeanor and the splendid tapestry of China's traditional longevity culture. Whether you are leisurely sightseeing or seeking inner peace, this place has carefully prepared a full day's rich itinerary for you. 👍👍👍 🗺️🗺️🗺️ Recommended Tour Route: 🗺️🗺️🗺️ **Morning**: - 🏛️ Visit the Historical Gate (Ancient Town Archway), and start your time-traveling journey in front of the solemn and simple gate. - 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Stroll along Wanshou South Road, admiring the antique architectural complex and reading the traces of history. - 💃🕺 Arrive at Wanshou Square, participate in or watch local cultural performances, and immerse yourself in the extraordinary folk customs. - 🌲🌳 Visit Wanshou Park, comprehend Zen amidst the landscape, climb Bodhi Mountain for blessings, and quietly enjoy the harmony of nature intertwined with culture. **Afternoon**: - 🔍🔍 Explore the Folk Art Museum, gaining an in-depth understanding of the rich and colorful intangible cultural heritage of the Bayu region. - 🏛️ Visit the Yamen and Tourism Commodity Street, select unique intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, and taste special snacks. - 🎡🎡 Tour the Temple Fair Square, and don't miss various festival celebrations and market activities, especially during major holidays. - 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Worship at the Confucian Temple and the City God Temple, and feel the spiritual core of traditional culture deep inside. 🍲🍲🍲 Food Recommendations: 🍲🍲🍲 When it's time for lunch, try the authentic Bayu cuisine in the ancient town, such as the spicy and fresh Changshou fish, the rich and delicious tofu rice, and the distinctive Changshou rice noodles. These local delicacies will surely amaze your taste buds! 🤤🤤 Transportation Hub 💡💡💡 - **Public Transport**: Take the high-speed train from Chongqing North Railway Station to Changshou Station, then transfer to bus 103 to reach Changshou Bodhi Ancient Town directly. - **Self-driving**: Search for 'Chongqing Changshou District Bodhi Ancient Town Parking Lot' in the navigation software, where there are ample parking spaces and reasonable fees. 👀👀👀 Travel Tips: 👀👀👀 1. **Best Time to Visit**: The ancient town is suitable for all seasons, with spring and autumn having particularly pleasant climates, ideal for a full day of exploration. 🍃🍃 2. **Time Management**: Although the ancient town is not large, it still takes about 1-3 hours to savor it carefully. If you plan to add mountain climbing and blessing activities, be sure to plan your itinerary in advance. ⏰⏰ 3. **Night View**: The ancient town occasionally holds events like the Spring Lantern Festival, and the dazzling night light show is not to be missed. If there are similar activities, be sure to arrange a visit in the evening. 🌃🌃 4. **Protective Measures**: According to the weather conditions of the day, take precautions for sun protection or warmth to ensure a full physical condition for the visit. 🌞❄️ 📸📸📸 Bring your camera, carry your curiosity and love for history and culture, and step into the mysterious world of Changshou Bodhi Ancient Town. Experience the profound and vibrant unique charm for yourself! 💖💖💖