1、Diaoyucheng (National 4A Scenic Spot)
Features:
A miracle of the ancient battlefield ruins in the world, the “place where God broke his whip” that rewrote the history of Europe and Asia
How to play:
Explore the ruins: Climb up the ancient city wall and overlook the magnificent scenery of the confluence of three rivers; visit the Huguo Temple, Xuanfo Temple, Thousand Buddha Grottoes and other ancient sites, and feel the historical pulse of the Southern Song Dynasty’s military and civilian resistance against the Yuan Dynasty for 36 years.
Ticket: 60 yuan (on-site ticket purchase)
Address: Diaoyucheng Avenue, Hechuan District
Transportation: Take the high-speed train from Chongqing North Station to Hechuan Station (25 minutes), and transfer to bus No. 116 for direct access.
2、Laitan Ancient Town (National 4A-level Scenic Area)
Features: One of the first batch of historical and cultural towns in China, the Song Dynasty Wengcheng is well preserved.
Strolling in the ancient streets: The bluestone road connects the Qing Dynasty houses, the cliff sculptures in the Erfo Temple are exquisite, and you can overlook the scenery of Qujiang River from Jiufeng Mountain.
Intangible cultural heritage experience: Taste Qujiang fish, local chicken soup, and try traditional rice wine; in spring, you can participate in the ancient town temple fair to pray.
Tickets: Free in the ancient town, 20 yuan in Erfo Temple
Address: Laitan Town, Northeast Hechuan District
3、Wenfeng Ancient Street
Features: Ancient riverside street, night view attraction
Wenfeng Tower: Climb the tower to overlook the night view of Sanjiang River, the ancient street and the river surface under the light are picturesque.
Bars and food: The atmosphere of the bars along the river is leisurely at night. It is recommended to try Hechuan barbecue and Chentihua.
Address: Next to the First Bridge of Fujiang River, Nancheng District, Hechuan District
4、Spring Limited Experience
Flower viewing route:
Shuangfeng Town Plum Blossoms: Thousands of acres of plum blossoms are like snow in March, with rainbow slides, kayaking and other leisure activities.
Taihe Town Peach Blossoms: Thousands of acres of peach trees are in full bloom, and you can participate in folk performances and farming experiences.
Sanjiang Cruise: Take the “Diaoyucheng” cruise (48 yuan for day shift/58 yuan for night shift), enjoy the Sanjiang landscape during the day, and enjoy the bright lights at night.
Hechuan Culture: War Memories and Sanjiang Cultural Context
Hechuan’s DNA is engraved with the gene of “loyalty, bravery and tenacity” – both the heroism of Diaoyucheng and the tolerance of Sanjiang.
Anti-Japanese War Culture
Listen to the feat of “Fishing Alone in the Central Plains” for 36 years in Diaoyucheng, and feel the tenacity of the “Eastern Mecca City”.
Intangible Cultural Heritage
Experience the production skills of Hechuan peach slices and witness the craftsmanship behind the “thin as a cicada’s wing”.
Wharf Memories
In the old teahouse in Dongjintuo, listen to the boatman talk about the golden age of Sanjiang shipping.
Hechuan Travel Tips
- Transportation Guide
High-speed rail: Chongqing North Station → Hechuan Station (25 minutes, fare 15 yuan), 10 minutes by taxi to the city.
Self-driving: Chongqing main city → Yuwu Expressway → Hechuan (about 1 hour)
Shared electric car: convenient in the city, 3 yuan/20 minutes
- Best season
March-May: Spring flower sea and Sanjiang cruise are the best;
September-November: Autumn is clear and cool, suitable for hiking in the ancient battlefield.
- Notes
Historical attractions: Some areas of Diaoyucheng require hiking, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
Food: Hechuan cuisine is spicy, you can inform the merchant in advance to adjust the spiciness.
Intangible cultural heritage experience: Chen’s wood carving, Hechuan sugar painting and other exhibitions are mostly concentrated during festivals, it is recommended to check in advance.