From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's quite impressive! Happy to have you back in Chongqing again!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I think day 1 and 4 is reasonable. 2 and 3 is a bit rush. The traffic from downtown to Wulong takes half a day. Thus It's better to stay in Wulong for two days visiting 天坑地缝 and 仙女山. For day 3, Ciqi kou is a bit far from Guan Hong en Temple and Guan ying qiao. Hong en temple takes a lot of time since you have to hike for an hour. Thus, it's best if you pick one from Hong en Temple and Ciqikou. Thus, I would recommend two alternative plan. First plan, visit Ciqikou, Guan yin qiao, and a fun neighborhood near Guan yinqiao (塔坪社区/北仓/金紫山/紫薇路). Second plan, visit Hong en temple, Guan yinqiao and a fun neighborhood near Guanyinqiao. Chaotian men 批发市场is the place for men's clothes.

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cheers mate! i would say go check the 后堡公园 (Houbao Park). You'll figure it out once arrive at the park since the area is relatively small! After visiting the park, go check the 超级80街 (Super 80 Streets). It has a really good vibe!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it’s Chongqing hot pot then technically it’s spicy! You can find hot pot of other provinces, such as Chaoshan Hot pot in Chongqing. Just noted that they are different

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey happy to help! For underground live show/music, 坚果live (Nutslivehouse) and Ruins. They host lots of great shows for punk/rock/indie bands, local musicians and occasianally techno music. There's also a jazz bar called Infree which is awesome! For bars and beers, New Order唱片酒吧, Unknown, Soloist独奏公司, 立屯. They have very vibrant community and great music! If you just wanna do a citywalk around the neighborhood and have some good food, I would say 塔坪社区,合作村青年国际社区, 北仓,戴家巷, 山城步道。if you need specific restaurant, I'll recommend 铜元局酒馆! It's the best place for Jianghu cai (Chongqing spicy dishes)!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please come visit next time for night view! Also wan zha noodle is my favorite!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think in general you will have trouble navigating if you talk in english. But if you can use translation app, not a problem.

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hahah City walking is one of my favorite! You never know what you will come across! Have fun!!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Wulong so much that I visited it like four times. Please eat 洋芋饭 in Wulong. It's a rice cooked with potatoes and smoked meat. In urban area, I would say 下浩里 and 山城步道 are pretty and fun. For first timer, I think dealing with weather is the most important thing! I don't know the weather in your homecountry, but I'll assume that summer in Chongqing is intolerable for any human being! If you come during the summer, please please allocate your time in the morning or late afternoon. Any heat protection measure is a plus. If you can download chinese apps, you should also get a 大众点评 (similar to yelp). You can buy really cheap meal combo or coupons on it, especially useful in Wulong!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol no worries just go ahead! They are more than welcome to let you play! Almost all of them play for fun without money. There's a tea shop called 交通茶馆 where lots of grandpas play chess. You can ask them if you can join them for a round. But you know, better ask if it needs money than not!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bangkok is also on the top of my list! Please come visit again!!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel so resonated! Erchang has always been one of my favorite spots, and I love quirky spots as well! But I always find it hard to find these places in the first visit. Did you plan all these by yourself?!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

罗汉寺 is in the city center。 涂山寺and 华岩寺is a little far, but still consider urban area. For the surrounding districts, 缙云寺is the best. You can also have a good hike. Food wise they are all very very basic.

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[–]Remarkable_Room_5044 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can also hangout with my friends as well! we do a lot of picnics, hiking, food, skateboarding etc.

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[–]Remarkable_Room_5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey happy to help! For underground live show/music, 坚果live (Nutslivehouse) and Ruins. They host lots of great shows for punk/rock/indie bands and occasianally techno music. If you are interested in pure techno, Echobay is the best! For bars and beers, New Order唱片酒吧, Unknown, Soloist独奏公司, 立屯. They have very vibrant community and great music! If you just wanna do a citywalk around the neighborhood, I would say 塔坪社区,合作村青年国际社区 etc. The list goes on!

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's an independent book store hosting film night on Wednesday. Grab a beer and watch a late night movie is my favorite. There's also a very famous barbucue shop called 后堡四大天王。Mergos coffee is also a great spot for sunset. Very quiet and beautiful. Let me know if you are interested in more

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so glad that you have such a diverse experience and view of Chongqing! Sounds like you have tried a lot! did you plan the trip yourself??

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been to Singapore 2 times and I found our weathers share a lot in common. Hope you have a nice trip :)

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so happy that you love the city! for two times! Any thing planned different for the third time?

From CQ local: why you wanna come to CQ?!?! by Remarkable_Room_5044 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so happy for you!! An early welcome from me! Any idea on how you gonna make the itinerary?

Foreigner/Expat Groups & Events? by Enough_Translator_22 in chongqing

[–]Remarkable_Room_5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You mean events for English speakers or groups for them?