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Chongqing Offers More Than Just Hongya Cave—Discover the Stunning Night View Here

No climbing! No descending! Xiahao Old Street is a paradise for art lovers! Fewer crowds and more beautiful scenery than Hongya Cave, every photo you take feels like a movie scene~💃 🌟【Must-See Spots & Route】 🚇Transportation: Take Metro Line 6 to Shangxinjie Station (Exit 1), which leads directly to the entrance of Xiahao Old Street! The entire route is downhill, very convenient👌🏻 ⏰Time: Recommended visiting time: 16:00-20:00! Explore the shops during the day and enjoy the blue-toned night view🌇 1⃣ "This is Chongqing" Staircase 📍Located next to the Wuguang Shanting Pavilion at the entrance! The cascading steps with green tiles and retro light signs will instantly transport you back to the old days of the mountain city📮 🔥Tips: Wearing bright-colored clothes will make your photos pop! The atmosphere is even better after the lights are turned on in the evening💡 2⃣ Hao Yue Bookstore & Panoramic Rooftop 📚A hidden scenic spot behind the bookstore! 270° panoramic view of the Dongshuimen Bridge🌉 and the Yangtze River. The sunset reflecting golden light on the river is breathtaking🌄 🎨There's also an art exhibition next door! Take unique and artistic photos for free~ 3⃣ "Red Balls" Former Site of the Belgian Embassy 🍷The retro red walls and exotic terrace of THE SABLON restaurant offer the perfect spot for photos with the Dongshuimen Bridge!🌃 At night, it transforms into a small bar, a romantic place to enjoy the night view with a drink~ 4⃣ Old Street Cultural and Creative Market 🎭Tie-dye workshops, vintage shops, handmade coffee… The benches in front of the "Original Art Museum" are perfect for relaxing☕ Highly recommend the Gaiwan coffee from "Wuyinmen"!🍵 5⃣ Nanbin Road Night Stroll 🌌Exit from Exit 3 of Xiahao Old Street and stroll along Nanbin Road! Check out the "Eye of the Yangtze River" light show and the cyberpunk vibes of the Clock Tower Square. A photo spot similar to the one in "La La Land" is nearby!🚶♀ 🍜【Foodie Radar】 🔥Spicy chicken hotpot at "Longmenhao Li Xiang"🌶 🔥Sichuan pepper dirty coffee at "Wuyinmen"☕(Strange but addictive!) 🔥Ironing cake and ice jelly from street vendors! Authentic Chongqing flavors for around 5 yuan per person~ 🏨【Accommodation Recommendation】 💤"Ji Xia Shan·Chongqing" A designer hotel hidden in Xiahao Old Street! Renovated from a century-old western-style building, featuring antique furniture and a river-view terrace. Breakfast noodles are delivered directly to your room🍜 💰Around 500+ yuan per person, experience the same luxury as the celebrities of the Republican era✨ 💡【Tips to Avoid Pitfalls】 ⚠Wear comfortable shoes! The stone road can be slippery ⚠Lots of mosquitoes! Bring mosquito repellent🦟 ⚠Lighting times vary with the season, it's recommended to check with the shops in advance~ Xiahao Old Street is like an open 3D picture book, half earthly, half poetic🌿 Wouldn't you want to witness the sunset and starry night here during your trip to Chongqing?
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Posted: Mar 16, 2025
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