Welcome, Travelers!
Navigating Chongqing—a city of fiery hotpot, misty mountains, and labyrinthine alleys—is an adventure. We know the questions that don’t always make it into guidebooks: “Which hotpot joint do locals queue for past midnight?” “How do I explore those vertical streets without getting hopelessly lost?”
That’s exactly why Chongqing Travels exists. We’re here to be your digital local friend, offering insights that go beyond the surface to help you discover the soul of this incredible city. Our mission is simple: to equip you with trustworthy, deep, and authentic guides so you can experience not just the iconic sights, but the vibrant, pulsing life of the community.
My Story: From Classroom to Your Guide
Hello! I’m Keping. For the past decade, I’ve called Chongqing home while working as an English teacher. This blog was born in my classroom, inspired by the endless stream of “real questions” from my curious foreign students. They wanted the inside scoop—the places where the city’s true heart beats.
My favorite refuge is Huangjueping, with its timeless teahouses and vibrant street art—a perfect metaphor for Chongqing itself, where tradition and dynamic creativity collide. Through this site, I channel that local passion and understanding to help you feel the city’s spicy warmth and see it not just as a destination, but as a living, breathing community.
What You’ll Find Here: Beyond the Tourist Trail
Chongqing Travels is built on three core pillars that make us your unique resource:
Truly Local Eats & Haunts: We skip the overhyped spots. You’ll find recommendations for family-run noodle shops, hidden river-view cafes, and yes—that legendary hotpot place where the line snakes down the street at 1 AM.
Detailed, Step-by-Step Explorations: Conquer the vertical landscape with confidence. Our guides, like for the Shancheng (Mountain City) Footpaths or the labyrinth of Eighteen Steps, give you clear routes, hidden viewpoints, and the stories behind the stones, so you can wander with purpose.
Cultural Context, Past & Present: We don’t just tell you what to see, but why it matters. Understand the phenomenon of the Light Rail Line 2 (especially the mind-bending Liziba Station), the history behind the alleys, and the modern artistic energy shaping the city today.
Our Promise to You
Every recommendation is grounded in personal, firsthand experience and regularly verified. We prioritize depth over clickbait, offering you narratives and practical tips in equal measure. Our content is designed to be easy to use on the go, visually rich, and always honest.
Let’s Connect!
Your journey is what inspires us. Have a question, found a gem, or want to suggest a topic?
Email us directly: mylocalfriend@163.com
Engage with our weekly posts: We publish new, in-depth content every week to keep your adventures fresh and informed.
Thank you for letting us be part of your Chongqing story. Dive into the guides, embrace the unexpected, and get ready to fall in love with China’s most charismatic mountain metropolis.
Warmly,
Keping & The Chongqing Travels Team