preface

The first time I met Hechuan started with the "peach slices". It is said that conquering a person's heart also starts with their stomach. When that half sugar entered my mouth, I realized that I hated Hechuan for meeting him too late. Not only is the food here full of poetic charm, but it is also a paradise on earth. Following the fragrance of peach slices, I have decided to go on a date with Hechuan

A 2-day tour of Hechuan and Tongliang, showcasing the beauty of the water in the original hometown

This itinerary combines natural countryside and cultural history, taking you on a leisurely tour of the western suburban greenway and enjoying a moment of rural leisure; Explore the best preserved ancient battlefield ruins in China and experience the poetic and dynamic landscape city.
Day 1: Fishing City Scenic Area - Laitan Ancient Town - Sanjiang Tour
Day 2: Xuantian Lake - Qicai Dream Garden - Rose Island - Main City

Fishing City Scenic Area

If water is the symbol of Venice, then mountains are the symbol of Chongqing. At the time of 520, people were filled with enthusiasm and passion, and the joy of exploring the mountains and water naturally emerged. The mountain city is not only a magnificent palace, but also an eternal backyard for lovers, tempting you and intoxicating you... The mountain city is built on the mountain, the mountain is the root of the city, and the people are the soul of the mountain. The history of the mountain city is long, and during the War of Resistance Against Japan, it was the key to winning the war as the accompanying capital of our country. When it comes to the battlefield with smoke and gunpowder in the war, we will never associate it with this beautiful mountain city no matter what, but the fact is officially so.

The sound of war drums is chilling. In a corner of Chongqing's urban area, even in early summer, I couldn't help but feel intimidated and awe. That is the Fishing City of Hechuan, and also the ancient battlefield full of ancient and modern battles.
Diaoyu City is located on Diaoyu Mountain in Dongcheng Peninsula, Hechuan. It is a national AAAA level scenic spot and a key cultural relic protection unit in China. The confluence of the Three Rivers, the hometown of outstanding people and the land of great talents, stands here with timeless strategic dangers, and also nurtures the passionate and generous people of Hechuan.

Entering the mountain, everything is not as peaceful as imagined. The trees along the ancient path are lush and green, and the old state of the bluestone slabs is fully displayed. Birds surround the branches, with three long cries and five roars, as if soldiers on the battlefield are standing on cliffs and cliffs, majestic and imposing. The flags fluttered and touched people's hearts every time. The empty mountains and fields seemed to be filled with heavy troops lurking everywhere, as if a war was about to break out. It couldn't help but evoke the bloody scenes that happened here back then.
From 1243 AD to 1279 AD, under the leadership of generals Wang Jian and Zhang Jue, the military and civilians of Hezhou in the Southern Song Dynasty defended Diaoyu City and defended it with the Yuan and Mongolian armies for 36 years. A total of two hundred wars were fought here, and this feat had an immeasurable impact on battlefields such as Europe and North Africa, fully demonstrating the extraordinary significance of the "Bashu capital". The mountain fog is pervasive and slightly swaying, and we are all curious to know what surprises this' Sky City 'will bring us and what mysterious stories it will tell us

In the mist of the mountain, what comes into our eyes is a solemn temple, which was originally set up in the fishing city as a martial arts yamen. After artificial restoration, those primitive scenes have also been presented to modern people, allowing us to forever remember the achievements of our predecessors and learn a lot of knowledge. Above the temple, the court's appointed officials have an iron face and selflessness, displaying strict discipline with a "clear mirror hanging high", which also evokes deep respect for the soldiers who defend their country in our hearts.

In addition to the martial arts yamen, the scenic area also restores and preserves the city gates, fortresses, military camps, school grounds, and boardwalks from ancient battlefields... Looking across the country, it is truly the best preserved ancient battlefield site.

In the mountains, there is not only majesty and solemnity, but also a leisurely stroll through the woods. The fishing mountain with lush trees is a natural oxygen bar. Walking on the mountain trails, every breath is the most primitive taste. The mountains are filled with ancient relics and breathtaking scenery, and without realizing it, one can forget to return

Laitan Ancient Town

This day did not stop there. We arrived at Laitan Ancient Town and experienced the migration from mountains to towns. The scenery by the window changed again and again, from three or two people to groups of tourists. The scenery changed from bluestone and green trees to streets and toys.

As soon as I entered the ancient town, I felt the enthusiasm and love for life of the people in the town. The streets were lined with shops, and various products and specialties were dazzling. The slightly old buildings were also filled with a sense of antiquity, making people feel at ease and comfortable.

Laitan Ancient Town is located on Jiufeng Mountain on the west bank of Qujiang River in Hechuan District. It can be said to be a secluded place surrounded by mountains and waters. Since its initial establishment, the town has been walking in the river of time for 1051 years and can be considered a true ancient town.

The unique feature of the small town is its ancient streets and alleys. The seven or eight vertical streets record the daily life and past of the people in the small town. We walked around the small path, and the people along the way were simple and kind, without any human fireworks. This journey also deeply immersed us in the smell of firewood around us.

Along the street, we saw residents drying cured meat, which is also a nice scenery in Chongqing. The burnt yellow and black cured pork ribs also evoke the taste of childhood.

Laitan Ancient Town played a huge role in ancient military affairs. In order to win wars, the ancient people liked to seize advantageous geographical locations as military strongholds. From the edge buildings of the ancient town, it can be seen that this place also played a similar role in ancient times. Although the previous defense formula is now in ruins, it cannot erase its past glory. The most distinctive feature here is its Zen culture, and it is also a historical ancient town with a rare Ming and Qing dynasty style castle. The two Buddhist temples in the town are also well-known far and wide. According to the stone tablet inside the temple, there are three great Buddhas in Sichuan, and the town of Laitan in Dangliang is called Jiufeng, with two Buddhas built on it. Two Buddhist temples are also named after this.

Sanjiang Tour

Chongqing is not only a mountain city, but also a city of mountains and rivers. The Yangtze River stretches continuously, leaving a beautiful arc in Chongqing and forming the world's largest "Double-flavor hot pot" at Chaotianmen. Hechuan's surprise to us is no less than the world's "Double-flavor hot pot", and the beauty of the confluence of the three rivers in the blink of an eye is even more amazing.

What are the three rivers that converge? Many unfamiliar friends in Chongqing have this question. The three rivers of Hechuan are Qujiang, Fujiang, and Jialing. The Jialing River is an indispensable tributary of the Yangtze River.

For Rivers and Lakes, the most respected way to visit is by boat. Strolling by the lake, you feel the vastness of the river, while looking at the shore from the river, you only feel the magnificence of the earth. Taking the "Fishing City" cruise ship, we personally explored the land of the Three Rivers and witnessed its unparalleled beauty. The water waves slowly spread in the river, as if offering this emerald blue river to the supreme sky. A few ripples accompanied by a gentle breeze and sunset glow, they passed away with the passing of this day. Today and tomorrow will surely be even better~

Xuantian Lake

The morning light shines on the earth, and before leaving the house, everything feels beautiful~
Chongqing is a romantic place, and its romance comes from its suburbs. In its suburbs, there is a charm that the main city does not possess. The flower dam of Qijiang gives us endless beauty, and this time the western suburbs of Tongliang will bring us something else

There is a 60 kilometer long greenway here, surrounded by lush forests of flowers and green mountains and lakes. This green thread not only wraps around it, but also carries the livelihood of the people along the way. This is not only a viewing light, but also a transportation line and development fund connecting the surrounding rural cooperatives. Following this line, we will be presented with eight themed reception rooms built along the line.

August Osmanthus Fragrance · Hedong Village Reception Hall; Rose Covenant · Xilai Village Reception Hall; Listening to my mother's stories from the past on the high valley mound - Matan Village Reception Hall; Mao came to the reception room of Hehe Village in our farm; In the field of hope, Yuhuang Village Reception Hall; Dream Water Town · Liuying Village Reception Hall; Pouring happiness flowers with hands, Qinglin Village Reception Hall; Who wouldn't say my hometown is good? Yuanlou Village Reception Hall.

There are also many agricultural bases built among them, and the picture shows one of them, the Xuantian Lake Dongyu Colorful Landscape Nursery Base. The area of the base has reached 4000 acres, and the scenery and ecology are like a fairyland on earth. Water birds roam in the Tianhu Lake, and fish play in the lake. Passing tourists are reluctant to break the peace and harmony in it.

There is a plank bridge in the lake, and the best way to visit is to hike the fairy bridge. The lake is surrounded by lush green grass and shrubs, making it a paradise for summer. Such a place is definitely a treasure trove for most people.

Of course, the way of sightseeing also varies from person to person. The stunning scenery makes people wish they could see it all at once, and riding a bicycle around the lake is also a wonderful way.

Colorful Dream Garden

Like Xuantian Lake, Qicai Dream Garden is also an agricultural industry base, but its scenery is not inferior to Xuantian Lake. The best evaluation is that they each have their own characteristics.

The flowers in the colorful dream garden are in full bloom, and the various forms of the world cannot compare to a glance in a dream. Fragrant flowers in red, yellow, purple, and green allow people to swim freely in a world of various colors. The boundless sea of flowers covers the entire park, filling the windows of the soul with various shapes, round or square, rows after rows resembling celestial treasures, indifferent to worldly affairs.

There are ancient buildings and small paths in the park, and the pastoral style is presented among them, making people feel like they have already retired.

During the flowering period, tourists come and go, picking and observing flowers, as if shrouded in hazy colors, making the people in the flowers even more dreamy.

The paths among the flowers are faintly visible, and beautiful shots can be taken everywhere in between. Roses, peonies, lavender... Each flower speaks its own language, and the entire park is like a huge fairy tale, echoing in our ears time and time again.

The long avenue runs through the entire park, quaint yet majestic, with colorful flags flying horizontally, small bridges accompanied by flowing water, and people laughing. A glance at a smile is like a rose~

Rose Island

Rose Island is an important part of the development of the greenway industry in the western suburbs. The Rose Island area covers an area of 16 acres and is planted with many varieties such as pink fans, fairyland, golden phoenixes, and colorful clouds. The flowering period is long, from April to October, like a holy land of roses.

The theme of Rose Island is beauty, romance, and love, expressing its endless love with fiery roses.

The small wooden houses in the area are displayed among the graceful roses, like a fairyland outside the world, making people intoxicated. Looking at the roses from a distance, many are clustered together, like shy girls who are lovable, and some are scattered like phoenixes bathing in fire. A few soft rays of light shone from the sky, scattering the appearance of love, expressing the "heart" meaning of love only in this ocean of roses. The park here is far away from the town, with fresh air and the beauty of flowers. It is both an artificial oxygen bar and a cradle for nurturing love.

The two-day itinerary is not rushed or slow, but the mountainous city in the human population has a water like appearance. It has a long history, and through wind and rain, the simple and unadorned streets showcase the taste of childhood. The two-day trip made me remember the solemn ancient battlefield, left me with the Three Rivers Gathering Shadow, and also allowed me to experience the beauty of love like a rose.