Chongqing, a beautiful city of mountains and waters. When talking about tourism in Chongqing, the first thing I think of is the popular spots in the main urban area of Chongqing, such as Monument to the people's Liberation, Hongya Cave, White Elephant House, etc. However, after living in Chongqing for a long time, I prefer to visit the surrounding areas where the mountains are more beautiful, the water is quieter, the scenery is more beautiful, and there are fewer people. I have taken the Chengdu Chongqing intercity high-speed train multiple times and often hear the train announce 'arrival at Hechuan Station ahead'. Therefore, I became curious about Hechuan and wanted to go and see what was special about this "Eastern Mecca City". Taking advantage of the gentle breeze in May, with curiosity, we embarked on a journey to explore Hechuan.

Fishing City Scenic Area

Smoke and Rain Fishing City, I searched for the ancient and tragic story and arrived at the fishing city at the 'God's Whip'. Stepping on the uneven cobblestone road, gazing at the winding paths deep in the dense forest. Suddenly, the four big characters "Fishing Alone in the Central Plains" were engraved on the stones deep in the Maolin Forest. More than 700 years ago, this land beneath our feet experienced a brutal and bloody battle. When the smoke of war dissipated, it left behind the blood and indomitable spirit of the people of Chongqing.

Diaoyu City is located on Diaoyu Mountain on the south bank of Jialing River in Heyang Town, Hechuan City. There is a huge stone on the mountain. Legend has it that during a famine, a giant god was fishing here to help nearby residents overcome difficulties, hence the name. The fishing city with steep cliffs, impenetrable ancient city walls, and surrounded by three rivers form a natural barrier, which is both the military stronghold and an ancient relic famous throughout Sichuan.

Time passes, time changes. Everything is changing, only the ancient ruins of Fishing City have changed. The ruins of the ancient battlefield of Fishing City are well preserved to this day. After the original mottled old city walls have been reinforced, they appear even more magnificent. Standing on the ancient fortress, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the Three Parallel Rivers that engulf mountains and rivers.

A gentle breeze swept across the sides, poking at the leaves and rubbing against them, making a rustling sound, as if returning to the era of gold and iron horses. Although the smoke of war has dissipated, the traces left after the war still exist. From the city walls, artillery batteries, and naval docks, one can still vaguely see the traces left after the war.

Strolling through Fishing City, you will find that almost all the attractions here are shrouded in a heavy military color. If you are a 'military enthusiast', you may take your time to appreciate it. There are many modern newly built sculptures in the park, which are designed to give people a more vivid understanding of what happened here at that time. The statues are lifelike, and looking at these vivid scenes is like witnessing them with one's own eyes.

On the steep cliffs of the mountains and forests, there are also Tang Dynasty carved cliff carvings and three solemn Buddha statues carved in stone carvings. Located on the west side of Huguo Temple, there is also a rare suspended reclining Buddha in the country. At the foot of the reclining Buddha, there is a well, and the water in the well is filled with water from the cliff crevices. Upon hearing that these well waters were the lifeblood of ancient military and civilians, one cannot help but feel awe.

Laitan Ancient Town

There is an ancient saying that goes, 'One man holds the key, ten thousand men cannot open it.' In Hechuan, there is an ancient town that has been in existence for over 200 years and is located in such a dangerous location. This place is Laitan Ancient Town, an ancient town located on three sides near cliffs. Looking at the mountains in the main city of Chongqing, they are all stacked and undulating, extremely beautiful. In Hechuan, besides the handsome peaks, there are also many beautiful scenery like Laitan Ancient Town standing on cliffs.

Tired of the tenderness of the water towns in Jiangnan, the joy in seeing such a steep ancient town for the first time is self-evident. Due to its strategic location, it has the effect of "closing the door and catching turtles in a jar" to resist the enemy. The most novel aspect of this ancient town is that it is divided into two parts: the entrance and exit, resembling a pair of siblings, one high and one low, one soft and one strong, one up and down, echoing each other.

Strolling along the ancient street, looking at these small blue tile houses based on the characteristics of ancestral temple architecture, my heart was extremely quiet. There are a wide variety of goods on both sides of the street. Whether you buy fish or not, the enthusiastic people of Hechuan will laugh at you just like you.

It is reported that Laitan was once a famous water transportation dock. At that time, merchants and merchants gathered in Laitan Village, and the street market was prosperous and bustling. The two Buddhist temples built on the mountain also had a constant flow of incense, making it a prosperous feng shui treasure.

To this day, Erfo Temple is also a popular destination for travelers to worship, pray for blessings, and visit. Due to the presence of over 1700 statues of Shakyamuni Buddha in the temple, which exude a solemn and magnificent aura, it is the largest and most complete group of Zen stone carvings in the country. A statue of Shakyamuni Buddha at a height of 12.5 meters ranks second in the river, hence the name "Erjiang Temple".

Hechuan Sanjiang Tour

Look at the mountains, look at the water, and see the three rivers of Hechuan flowing together. Chongqing, a city of great magic, appears deep with mountains and lively with water. Hechuan is located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, where it gathers the surging waters of the Fu River, Qu River, and Jialing River, and boasts infinite mountain and water scenery.

As the saying goes, 'You see the scenery on the boat, and the people who see the scenery see you on the bridge.' Looking at the three rivers flowing together from a different angle, you will have unexpected gains. The cruise ship I took in Hejiang this time is the "Diaoyutai", with a length of 50 meters, a width of 12 meters, and a height of three floors, which can accommodate 300 people at the same time. The first floor of the cruise ship is the reception hall and private rooms, the second floor is the business reception area, and the third floor is open to everyone. On this floor, you can enjoy a 360 degree panoramic view of the magnificent scenery of the Three Rivers of Hechuan.

Standing on the cruise ship, watching the houses behind us gradually move away, a silver dragon like water splash rises from the tail of the ship, blowing the gentle river breeze, and enjoying the picturesque scenery of Hechuan River. Enjoying a leisurely time is particularly comfortable.

If you have plenty of time, you can choose to take a night cruise. As is well known, the night scenery of Chongqing is famous throughout the country, and the night scenery of Hechuan is naturally no less impressive. Compared to the tranquility of the day, the Hechuan Sanjiang tour at night is more charming.

Xijiao Flower Language Leisure Valley

In May, the sunshine is just right and the breeze is not dry, which is perfect for taking a beautiful photo. For girls, compared to many complex shooting environments, they prefer to go to the flower sea and take a set of fresh and beautiful photos. Appreciating flowers while taking photos, it's a win-win situation.

The Huayu Valley in the western suburbs of Tongliang City is an ecological park where flowers bloom all year round. Having a 60 kilometer internet famous greenway satisfies the desire of urban travelers to relax and freshen up in the countryside.

Xijiao Huayu Valley integrates more than 30 well-known rural tourism attractions, including Xijiao Huayu Valley · Rose Covenant, Xijiao Huayu Valley · Yezihua Development and Study Base, Xijiao Huayu Valley · Yuanxiang Ouyu, national 4A level scenic spots Xuantian Lake Scenic Area, Hehe Yuanxiang, Qicai Mengyuan, Meidao, etc. It is a highly distinctive "agricultural area+scenic spot" rural leisure tourism complex.

The most popular attractions this season are Xuantian Lake and Qicai Dream Garden. The 3.5-kilometer water surface of Xuantian Lake is like a giant dragon lying at the foot of Bayue Mountain. The water surface is vast and beautiful, and there are also boardwalks in the center of the lake and greenways by the lake, making it convenient for travelers to get close to the mountains and waters. Entering this lake is like entering an extremely clean world, with fresh air, gentle lake breeze, and fragrant weeds that make people feel refreshed.

In Qicai Dream Garden, flowers bloom throughout the four seasons. Now it is the season of roses, horsewhip grass, and chrysanthemums, and the colorful colors add vitality to the entire park. No matter from a high altitude, still shuttling through the sea of flowers, these one after another sea of flowers are like colorful carpets, weaving into a rainbow of seven colors in the warm sunshine, drifting into the traveler's dream.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, with green mountains as companions and clear waters as friends, escape from the main city of Chongqing and spend a leisurely vacation in Hechuan and Tongliang!