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Ciqikou Ancient Town磁器口古镇
Ming-Qing dynasty porcelain town — Chongqing's most authentic historic neighborhood
Ming-Qing dynasty porcelain town — Chongqing's most authentic historic neighborhood
Ciqikou (Porcelain Port) is a preserved Ming and Qing dynasty commercial town on the banks of the Jialing River that was once one of Chongqing's most important trading centers for porcelain. The narrow cobblestone streets, traditional courtyard buildings, teahouses, and street food stalls create Chongqing's most authentic historic atmosphere. Best visited on weekday mornings before the crowds arrive.
Featured in Chongqing travel videos as the best historic contrast to the city's modern cyberpunk aesthetic
Address: Ciqikou Ancient Town, Shapingba District, Chongqing
Use Didi (China's Uber equivalent) and show the driver: 磁器口古镇
Citizens of 54+ countries can visit China for up to 240 hours (10 days) without a visa. Ciqikou Ancient Town is fully accessible during a visa-free transit stay.
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