CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Speaking of ancient towns, the impression in most people's mind is about classic architectures, folk performances and all kinds of snacks. However, there is a new trick in summer - playing with water! In summer, many people especially like to play in creek, because it is very cool and refreshing. Now, we will recommend some picturesque ancient towns for you to play with water. 

Beibei · Pianyan Ancient Town

Pianyan ancient town is small but exquisite, fresh and tranquil.

There are many tricks in summer, such as playing Mahjong in water and seeking for delicacy along river. Soaking your feet in creek, you will feel that your childishness is satisfied.

Here towering trees can be seen everywhere, as beautiful as oil painting. You can play with water under trees, or catch crabs. In addition, you can go to visit Shengtian Lake, Jindao Gorge and other scenic spots nearby.

Driving route: downtown areas – Beibei – Liuyin – Pianyan Ancient Town

Tongliang · Anju Ancient Town

Slowly following the stone steps of Anju Ancient Town, you will see the primitive and simple gate. 

The traditional folk houses built against mountains, the ancient streets and lanes with deep twists and turns, and the stilted buildings with unique charm show a deep retro feel.

In addition, there is Anju National Wetland Park built against mountains and water, and it keeps natural and ecological outside the noisy city.

You can step on cobblestones, sleep on grasslands, listen to running water and feel the cool river wind.

Driving route: downtown areas – Inner Ring Expressway – Shuangbei Tunnel – Chengdu-Chongqing Ring Highway – S106 – Anju Ancient Town

Jiangjin · Tanghe Ancient Town

It is a good choice to go fishing, play with water, go boating and go for a blow along river, because the river water is very fresh and clear.

In addition to the ancient style, you can also pick litchi at Chongqing Liyuan Agricultural Sightseeing Garden where the ecological, safe and high-standard famous and precious litchis are planted, and such litchis are bright-colored and beautiful, big in size with small kernel, and they taste fleshy and juicy. 

Driving route: downtown areas – Belt Highway – Chengdu-Chongqing Ring Highway – Baisha Town – Tanghe Ancient Town

Rongchang · Wanling Ancient Town

There are antique ancient streets in Ming and Qing Dynasties’ style, and beautiful Laixi River where you can tread water, play with water and have water fight.

As an ancient town with rich historical and cultural deposits and smart water scenery, Wanling is known as “Immigrants’ Watertown”. You can have a nice and happy day hereby by enjoying the beautiful scenery, delicious food and folk customs. 

Driving route: downtown areas – Chengdu-Chongqing Highway – Yongchuan – Rongchang – Wanling Ancient Town

Qianjiang · Zhuoshui Ancient Town

The Fengyu Bridge at Zhuoshui Ancient Town is the most covered corridor in Asia, and the Apeng River flows slowly from the side of the town. Looking into distance in the upstairs, you will see that the River has mist-covered waters mighty and the mountains are undulating, and then you will feel relaxed and happy. 

In addition, you can also go to Xiaonanhai and Puhua Underground River, and taste the spicy chicken giblets here.

Driving route: downtown areas – Baotou-Maoming Expressway – Qianjiang – Zhuoshui Ancient Town (Translated by Liu Hongyan, Fathom Language Limited)