The scenery of Yunyang is of such allure that it beckons even the lens of “Chinese National Geographic”—half heart-pounding adventure, half poetic sanctuary!
1、The Dragon Reservoir of Yunyang
Recommendation: The world’s largest karst canyon, where a skywalk hangs 26 meters over the edge with a 700-meter abyss below—not for the faint-hearted!
Must-do activities: Cliff swing and via ferrata climbing, for an adrenaline-fueled adventure.
2、The Shrine of Zhang Fei
Recommendation: Situated along the golden tourist route of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, the “Scenic Splendor of Bashu.” The temple houses a collection of ancient inscriptions, calligraphy, and paintings, and dazzles visitors with a captivating light show during nighttime cruises.
Cultural highlight: On the 28th day of the eighth lunar month each year, the lively celebration of Zhang Fei’s birthday draws crowds to the temple fair.
3、The Terraced City of the Three Gorges
Recommendation: Home to the world’s longest city stairway in the shape of a Chinese character “人” (1388 steps), reaching the top offers a panoramic view of the Yangtze River and the modern city, while the nighttime lights create a cascade of stars.
Hidden gem: Join the locals for a morning stair climb to experience the most authentic Yunyang lifestyle.
4、The Qishan Grassland
Recommended reason: Chongqing version of “Hulunbuir”, alpine meadows, windmill matrix, starry sky tent, summer paradise with an average temperature of 22℃ in summer.
Filming location: Wear a white dress and run in the sea of grass, and take a movie-like shot in minutes.
5、Peng’s Ancestral Hall
Reason for recommendation: The best preserved Qing Dynasty architectural complex in the southwest region, showcasing the craftsmanship spirit of Ba-Yu artisans.
Must-see details: The 108 vivid relief sculptures of characters on the theatre’s coffered ceiling.
Cloud Culture: A Thousand-Year Dialogue Between River Wind and Mountain Soul
In Yunyang’s DNA, there is a gene of “rigid but gentle” – it has the loyalty and courage of Zhang Fei, as well as the warmth of the fireworks of the Ticheng family.
Three Kingdoms Culture
Listen to the legendary story of “head in Yunyang, body in Langzhong” at Zhang Fei Temple, and feel the loyalty of “ten thousand enemies”.
Immigration Memory
The Three Gorges Immigration Memorial Hall uses old photos and real objects to reproduce the feat of millions of immigrants “giving up their families for the country”.
Intangible Cultural Heritage
Learn the making skills of Yunyang Peach Cake and experience the craftsmanship behind “thin as a cicada’s wing”.
Yunyang Travel Tips
Transportation
High-speed rail: Chongqing North Station → Yunyang Station (2 hours), transfer to the bus to the scenic spot.
Cruise: Take the Three Gorges Cruise at Chaotianmen Wharf, and it is most pleasant to lie down and watch the Yunyang landscape.
Accommodation
Adventurers: Longgang Scenic Area Glass House, sleep with the starry sky as your pillow.
Literary School: Qishan Grassland Starry Sky Tent, wake up in the morning to watch the rolling sea of clouds.
Seasonal Limited
Spring (March-May): Qishan Grassland Wildflowers are in full bloom, and the Ticheng Trail is covered with cherry blossoms like snow.
Autumn (September-November): Longgang Forest is dyed with colors, and Zhangfei Temple Ginkgo is golden.
Winter (December-February): Alpine rime wonders, grilled fish with shochu by the river.