Beibei, located in the northwest of Chongqing, is a city full of historical heritage and natural beauty. Although the day trip is short, after careful planning, you can still fully experience the charm of Beibei. Here are my handpicked must-see places for you on a day trip to Beibei.
In the morning, you can start your journey from Beibei Old Town. Many buildings from the Republic of China period have been preserved here, and strolling on the bluestone slabs seems to be able to travel back in time to that turbulent era. You can visit the former residence of Lu Zuofu to learn about the legendary life of this patriotic industrialist, and you can also go to the cemetery of General Zhang Zizhong to commemorate the heroic deeds of this famous anti-Japanese general.
At lunchtime, you might as well go to the Jialing River in Beibei to taste an authentic river fresh. There are many Jiangxian restaurants here, and you will always be spoilt for choice with fresh fish and unique cooking methods. While tasting the food, you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Jialing River and feel the comfort of the river breeze.
In the afternoon, you can go to Jinyun Mountain, a national AAAA-level tourist attraction in Beibei. The mountains are majestic, the forests are verdant, and the air is fresh and pleasant. You can choose to hike up the mountain to soak up the charm of nature, or you can take the cableway to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Beibei city. At the top of the mountain, you can also visit the historic Jinyun Temple to experience the breadth and depth of Buddhist culture.
In the evening, you can take a walk on the riverside road in Beibei. The night view here is very charming, and you can also enjoy various sculptures and murals along the way, and feel the artistic atmosphere of Beibei. If you like shopping, you can also visit the nearby business district and pick up some special souvenirs to take home.
Of course, in addition to the above attractions, there are many places worth visiting in Beibei. For example, you can go to the North Hot Spring Park to soak in the hot springs and relax, or go to the Jindaoxia Scenic Area to enjoy the spectacular canyon scenery, or you can go to the Biyan Ancient Town to feel the tranquility and charm of the ancient town.
In short, although the time for a day trip to Beibei is limited, as long as you plan your itinerary carefully and arrange your time reasonably, you will definitely be able to fully experience the charm of the city. I hope you can harvest full of memories and wonderful experiences during your trip to Beibei!
