Hidden Gems in Chongqing: Ciqikou Ancient Town, Xiahaoli ScE

The CHINA You Have NEVER SEEN Before!

Destination:ChinaCity:ChongqingPopulation:32 million
The CHINA You Have NEVER SEEN Before!
Malina's Vibe2025-05-0917 min

In this vlog, Malina’s Vibe guides you through three hidden spots in Chongqing that reveal a quiet, less touristy side of China. We start in Ciqikou Ancient Town, wandering through traditional lanes, sampling snacks, and soaking in local music and shops that echo the old China vibe. Then we move to Xiahaoli Scenic Area for a calm nature walk among green hills, with a forest waterfall tucked away for a peaceful, almost magical moment. The journey ends at the Chongqing Grand Theatre Viewpoint, where sweeping city lights and the Yangtze River bridge offer a fresh angle on the city’s modern and historic blend. Let’s hear which spot you’d pick and what one surprising thing about China you’ve never seen is. See you on the next adventure.

--- Malina's Vibe
May 9, 2025, Spring in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Intro music and plan
  2. 01:31Arrives at ancient city Ciqikou
  3. 02:22Snack samples and umbrella fashion
  4. 09:58Second destination Xiahaoli Scenic Area
  5. 12:44Waterfall view and waterfalls nearby
  6. 14:55Matcha break and rain delay
  7. 16:04Final arrival at Grand Theatre Viewpoint

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The CHINA You Have NEVER SEEN Before!

Malina’s Vibe takes viewers on a three-spot journey through Chongqing to reveal the unseen side of China. The video opens with a stroll through Ciqikou Ancient Town, where time seems to slow down among traditional houses, local snacks, live music, and bustling small shops that paint a vivid picture of old China. Next, we drift into Xiahaoli Scenic Area, a tranquil escape into green hills and birdsong, where a hidden waterfall invites a peaceful moment of natural magic amid forest paths. The finale offers a sweeping perspective from Chongqing Grand Theatre Viewpoint, capturing the city’s luminous skyline, the Yangtze River bridge, and a striking blend of modern architecture with cultural heritage. Throughout, the host invites viewers to weigh in on their favorite spot and to share one thing about China they’ve never seen before, setting a curious, adventure‑driven tone for more explorations of the unseen China.”

Hidden Gems in Chongqing: Ciqikou Ancient Town, Xiahaoli ScE

Unseen China: 3 Hidden Gems in Chongqing! In this vlog, we explore 3 beautiful places in Chongqing, China that many people don’t know about! Come with me as we walk through the China you have NEVER SEEN before! We will discover an old town, find a secret waterfall and enjoy amazing city views! 🎥...

Attractions in this video: Ciqikou Ancient Town, Xiahaoli Scenic Area, Chongqing Grand Theatre Viewpoint, Yangtze River Bridge, Hungadong View