Chongqing 1.5h direct access to a hidden treasure small town, a must-visit for family trips during holidays

! Found another gem around Chongqing! 👀
Only 1.5 hours by car from the main city 🚗
Stone Forest + Tea House + Lake + Pandas all unlocked at once
Avoid the crowds during National Day, coming to this niche secret spot is simply amazing! 🔥

✨【Must-Visit Attractions】
📍 Huaying Mountain Tourist Area
Address: Hongyan Township, Huaying City, Guang'an
- 🐼 Giant Panda Garden: Two chubby pandas cuter than ever! We arrived at 2 PM just in time to catch them waking up from their nap, so adorable it’s heart-melting 💕
- 🗿 Stone Forest Scenic Area: Chongqing’s version of the "Little Stone Forest"! Dark giant rocks + green lawns make every shot a masterpiece 📸
- 🎪 Happy Valley: The top choice for family trips! Colorful houses, rafting, swimming... kids can have fun all day without getting tired~

💦 Tianchi Lake
Address: Navigate to "Tianchi Ping’an Supermarket"
The lake water is so blue it looks filtered 💙
Fishing and camping are super relaxing
The best part is few people! Few people! Few people!

🌿 Shangshanshang · Baocui
Address: Hongyan Township, Huaying City
The hydrangea path is stunning❗
Infinity pool + mountain view tea house + two well-behaved dogs 🐶
Having a cup of coffee and zoning out all afternoon is so healing it brings tears

🌄 21 Turns Sunset Slope
Address: Up the mountain along Hongyan Road
The most beautiful sunset viewing spot in Chongqing, no doubt!
Recommended to arrive around 6 PM, the sunset glow is breathtaking 😍

🔥【Accommodation Recommendations】
1️⃣ Shangshanshang · Baocui: An artistic homestay nestled in the forest
2️⃣ Shilifangfei · Hongyan Beautiful Village: Pastoral poetic style
3️⃣ Yuanshe · Hei Kuang Panda Homestay: Super cute giant panda theme

🍲【Must-Try Food】
▪️ Tushenggu Farmhouse: Farm dishes so delicious you’ll lick the plate
▪️ Hongyan Township Hotpot: Highly recommended by locals! Retro graffiti walls are great for photos

Helpful tips 📝:
✔️ Big temperature difference in the mountains, remember to bring a jacket
✔️ Self-driving is more convenient
✔️ Book accommodation in advance during holidays!

Post by Samuel Caldwell | Sep 25, 2025

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