# Qianjiang

Qianjiang District（黔江区) is in the southeast of Chongqing Municipality, in the hinterland of Wuling Mountain Area, known as the "throat of Chongqing and Hubei". It is over 250 km from the city of Chongqing.
Qianjiang area can enjoy the scenery of mountains and rivers and experience ethnic customs.

## Understand

Qianjiang District is the only ethnic minority autonomous county in Chongqing to be transformed into a municipal district, and it still enjoys preferential policies for ethnic minorities as ethnic autonomous areas.

### Climate

Qianjiang District has a subtropical humid monsoon climate. The climate is mild, the four seasons are distinct, the heat is rich, the rainfall is abundant, the monsoon is obvious, but the radiation, the light is insufficient, the disaster climate is frequent. The average annual temperature is 15.4℃, the maximum extreme temperature is 38.6℃, the minimum extreme temperature is -5.8℃, the average annual precipitation is 1200-1389 mm, the average annual evaporation is 1157.6 mm, and the average annual sunshine duration is 1166.6 hours.

## Get in

* 29.443042108.7904581 Qianjiang Railway Station (黔江站), Near Qianzhou Avenue, Zhengyang Town (正阳镇黔洲大道附近), ☏ +86 23-64788102. On May 29, 2024, the Qianjiang Station was completed. On June 1 of the same year, the Qianjiang new station building of Chongqing to Qianjiang section of the Chongqing-Hunan high-speed Railway was put into use. (updated Sep 2024)
* 29.522503108.7871132 Qianjiang South Bus Station (黔江汽车南站), No.67, Shicheng Road (take bus 101; 102; 103; 106; 108; 111; 112; 503 to Bus South Station (bus stop), walk 200 meters about 1 minute to get there.), ☏ +86 23-79232658. 10:00-20:40. (updated Sep 2024)
* 29.517894108.8332313 Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (黔江武陵山机场), Airport Road (黔江区机场路), ☏ +86 23-79850777. An airport serving Chongqing municipality in the town of Zhoubai. Beijing, Guangzhou, Xi 'an and the main urban areas of Chongqing all have routes to Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport. (updated Oct 2024)

## Get around
### By bus

Almost all Qianjiang downtown areas have bus stops, and you can take a bus to the train station, the airport, and the downtown shopping mall. Most buses in Qianjiang run from 6:00 to 22:00, it should be noted that the last bus from the airport to the city is 19:30.

## See

* 29.300894108.7721881 Zhuoshui ancient town scenic spot (濯水古镇景区), Zhuoshui Town (黔江区濯水镇濯水古镇景区). In December 2020, Zhuoshui Scenic Spot was rated as a national AAAAA tourist attraction. In May 2023, it was listed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism as one of the 10 Yangtze River theme national tourism routes and a part of the Yangtze River Scenic Range Trip. Here you can enjoy eight different types of scenery and architecture. ¥65.
* 29.512242108.8157092 Qianjiang City Grand Canyon (中国黔江城市大峡谷), No. 1, North Section of Zhengzhou Road, Zhoubai Street (黔江区舟白街道正舟路北段1号). This a typical karst landform, located in the core of Qianjiang main city, new city Zhoubai and Zhengyang. It spans seven geological epochs and is 10 km long, with a maximum depth of about 500 meters and an average depth of about 200 meters, integrating mountains, caves, gorges, waterfalls, wetlands, forests and geological wonders in one. ¥48.
* 29.530424108.7782063 Three Forks River Riverside Park (三岔河河滨公园), 40 meters southwest of the intersection of West Section of Xinhua Avenue and North section of Hebin West Road (新华大道西段与河滨西路北段交叉口西南40米) (Laocheng District). 08:30-16:30. A good place for leisure walking, the river across the cool bridge, flying eaves pavilions, carved beams painted buildings. free.
* 29.651505108.6861914 Tujia thirteen village scenic spot (土家十三寨景区), Qianjiang district new village (黔江区新建村), ☏ +86 23-7981-8066. 07:00-16:00. Shijia Thirteen Village is an important part of Xiaonanhai Scenic area, 5 kilometers away from the core scenic area of Xiaonanhai, is the first Tujia ecological museum in China. It is composed of the Wuling Mountain Folk and Ecological Museum exhibition center and 13 original Tujia stockades. Tujia architectural culture, farming culture and national culture are deposited thick, integrating natural resources, cultural resources and canyon landscape. ¥60.

### Nearby

These places are south of Qianjiang.
* 29.046078108.578955 Abeng River turtle Gorge scenic spot (阿蓬江神龟峡景区), A Pengjiang town thin water service station (黔江区阿蓬江镇细水服务站). 08:30-16:30. Entry to the scenic area is free but the scenic area requires a boat tour, so you need to purchase a ferry ticket for ¥166 a person. There will be audio explanations on board for a more complete understanding of the history of the site to visit. ¥166.
* 28.85044108.77166 Youyang Taohuayuan, No. 232, Taohuayuan Road.

## Do

* 29.644789108.7434621 Qianjiang Xiaonanhai National Geopark (黔江小南海国家地质公园), Nanhai Village, XiaoNanhai Town (黔江区小南海镇南海村). The National Geopark is also a relatively intact ancient earthquake site in China. Xiaonanhai Scenic spot has been rated as a national AAAA tourist attraction. It is a mountain fresh water submerged lake (weir) with the scenery of mountain, sea, island and gorge integrated into one, and it is also the most complete preserved ancient earthquake site in China. ¥45.
* 29.53216108.8307512 Glass gallery bridge (玻璃廊桥), No. 1, North Section of Zhengzhou Road (黔江区正舟路北段1号). The glass gallery bridge is located in Grand Canyon scenic area. The bottom of the glass gallery bridge is paved with glass, standing on the glass gallery bridge can directly overlook the scenery at the foot, and feel the charm of the Grand Canyon in the thrill. However, after this project enters the scenic spot, you need to buy tickets. (updated Dec 2024)
* 29.65131108.7577363 Go boating (泛舟), Nanhai Village, XiaoNanhai Town, Changyun Road (黔江区昌云路小南海镇南海村), ☏ +86 023-79856399. You can board a boat to visit the scenic spot, or you can choose to rent a boat to tour by yourself. The small South Sea scenic area is surrounded by mountains, the lake is green as jade, and you can enjoy it more closely by boating. (updated Dec 2024)
* 29.374483108.7855624 Alice Manor (爱丽丝庄园), 500 meters southwest of Zhongba Neighborhood Committee, Fengjia Street (冯家街道中坝居委西南500米). 09:00-16:30. Alice Manor sits beside the Abeng River, which is a national 4A level tourist attraction. With the Abeng River as the link and the Wuling Mountain as the support, the scenic spot is rich in natural and cultural resources. It integrates rare vegetation, wetlands, European-style architecture and experiential projects, and combines nature and fairy tales to present tourists with different romantic feelings. There are Rose Square, Mediterranean style and other scenic spots; The four seasons sunshine shed, wedding hall, commercial street and other commercial supporting projects, the new China space VR project, karting, grass skiing, hot air balloon, roping, rock climbing and non-body inspection hall and other 40 experience projects. ¥20.
* Pedicure(足疗): The terrain of Qianjiang is relatively rugged, downhill a lot, and the scenic spots are relatively far away, and you need to walk when visiting. Pedicures can relax the feet, and Qianjiang's many pedicure shops offer not only massages to relax, but also local cuisine.
* 29.525019108.7848315 Kang Yue era K-song foot bath (康悦时代K歌足浴), Jiefang Road South Haixin City D total floor 4 Room No. 4-D1 room (解放路南海鑫城D栋总层数4房号 4-D1室), ☏ +86 13042351991. Kang Yue-era K song foot bath can be massage bath while singing ktv. The store also serves wine, drinks, fruit and other food. ¥ 170.
* 29.531038108.79346 Puyu Spa (璞遇spa), 4-16, Building 51, Qianlong Sunshine Garden, Guanba Road, Chengdong Street (城东街道官坝路黔龙阳光花园 51幢4-16), ☏ +86 13042351858. Puyu Spa provides foot bath massage, and can pick ears. Ear picking is also one of the traditional massage, in addition to cleaning the ears can also relax the meridians. ¥50.

## Buy

* 29.525134108.7848091 Dashizi Shopping Plaza (大十字购物广场), No. 128 Jiefang Road (黔江区解放路128号), toll-free: +86 023-79648888. 10:00-22:00. Dashizi shopping mall is the largest shopping center in Qianjiang District. A total of 6 floors, fast food is mainly distributed in the underground floor. Floor 2-3 is the clothing area. (updated Dec 2024)
* 29.526311108.7854472 Jiahui market (佳惠超市(黔江店)), Dashizi Shopping Plaza, Jiefang Road (黔江区解放路大十字购物广场), ☏ +86 023-87901888. 10:00-22:00. Jiahui market is a supermarket chain. Located in Dashizi Shopping Plaza, Jiefang Road, Qianjiang District. Provide fresh meat, vegetables, packaged foods and daily necessities. (updated Dec 2024)

## Eat

* Qianjiang Guoqing's chicken giblet29.297462108.7732861 Pandachu Qianjiang Chicken Giblet (潘大厨黔江鸡杂), 24 East Red Army Road, Zhuoshui Town (濯水镇红军东一路24号), ☏ +86 17830880116. Pandachu Qianjiang chicken giblet is located in Zhuoshui Town. It mainly sells Qianjiang's characteristic food, Qianjiang chicken gib, potato rice and so on. The overall taste is spicy. If the number of diners is large, you can call in advance to book a private room. ¥37. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.527825108.7793982 Guoqing's Chicken Giblets (国庆鸡杂老店), No. 241 Danhang Road (黔江区丹行路241号), ☏ +86 23-79230420. 10:00-21:00. Guoqing's Chicken Giblets is located in the center of Qianjiang District. It mainly sells chicken giblets and specialty stir-fry dishes. Think carefully if you can't eat offal foods. Most of the restaurant's dishes are made from offal and have a spicy flavor. ¥51. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.527755108.7753363 Ring Town Snacks (环城小吃), No.15 Jianshe Street (黔江区建设街15号), ☏ +86 13908272195. 07:30-21:00. Ring Town Snacks is a restaurant that has been open for over 20 years. Mainly sells handmade noodles, wide noodles and other pasta. The decoration environment of the store is general, and people can only use the stool outside the store to eat. ¥ 45.
* 29.527755108.7753364 Goose Slate (鹅石板), 139 Qian Long Street (黔龙街139号), ☏ +86 13908272195. 09:30-20:30. Ranked fourth in the local food list in Qianjiang District, this restaurant is located in the center of Qianjiang City, and its signature dishes include: stone pot large intestine, mouthed chicken, and braised pork. ¥ 45.

## Drink

* 29.528808108.7747841 Siye'Coffee Tavern (肆野咖啡酒馆), 484 Qianlong Street (黔龙街484号), ☏ +86 13224091499. 13:00-01:00. Siye'Coffee Tavern is a coffee shop and bar in downtown Qianjiang District. The store sells coffee and other drinks during the day and alcohol in the evening. It is a tavern that integrates the local characteristics of Qianjiang. ¥65. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.530047108.774552 Klin Coffee House (克林咖啡屋), 3 West Central Riverside Road (河滨西路中段3号). 09:00-02:00. Klin coffee house, located in the downtown area of Qianjiang, sells brewed coffee and coffee-free drinks in addition to espresso. Food is also available, such as light waffles, sandwiches and more. ¥25. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.52072108.8000063 Route 303 Store (303公路商店), 4888 Zhengyang Avenue(正阳大道4888号), ☏ +86 13220365948. This is a new comprehensive clean bar opened in 2024. Coffee is sold during the day and alcohol is sold at night. ¥88.

## Sleep

* 29.302658108.7742871 Chuxin'Weiwan Hostel (重庆初心未晚民宿), Zhuoshui Ancient town resort area old street Zhuoshui neighborhood Committee four group (濯水古镇度假区老街濯水居委四组), ☏ +86 23-79816888. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Chuxin'weiwan hostel is located in the Zhuoshui Ancient Town scenic area of Qianjiang River. The accommodation is transformed from traditional ancient buildings in Chongqing. The whole body is mostly made of wood and has its characteristics. One child under 17 years of age can stay in each room in addition to the established two adults, but no extra bed is provided. ¥200. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.529401108.7669332 Longxin Rose Hotel (隆鑫玫瑰酒店), 99 West Xinhua Avenue (新华大道西段99号), ☏ +86 23-79228868. Check-in: 12:00, check-out: 12:00. Longxin Rose Hotel is located in the west transportation hub of Qianjiang District, 8.1 km from the airport by car. The hotel offers free gym, swimming pool, laundry service and more. Room type: Twin room, Suite, etc. ¥750. (updated Oct 2024)
* 29.298679108.7729293 Chengyue House (诚悦庄), 4,West GroupXinhua 5, Zhuoshui Village, Red Army Road Avenue (红军路濯水村5组4幢), ☏ +86 023-79825999. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Located in the center of Zhuoshui Ancient City, it is convenient to travel, and it only takes 1 minute to walk to the old commercial street. The inn consists of two traditional Tujia courtyards. More than 1200 square meters, it is a rare large courtyard in the ancient city. The beautiful water of the Abeng River breaks through the mountains and mountains, and the mountains and valleys are deep and the cliffs confront each other, forming a unique scenery of the river and valley, integrating the natural landscape of the garden. Pets are allowed. ¥150.
* 29.300725108.7721434 Basho Island Hotel (芭茅岛酒店), Zhuoshui Avenue Zhuoshui Ancient Town scenic area (濯水大道濯水古镇景区内), ☏ +86 023-79235555. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. The location of the address is very superior, in the scenic spot, walk out of the hotel door to enjoy the scenery. Opened in 2014, but the overall decoration is relatively new. Breakfast is available, but less varied. ¥350. (updated Dec 2024)