CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Spring is drawing nearer and nearer, with everything coming to life and the birds flying over the lawns. This spring season is the right time to travel. Here are the best places to travel in Chongqing in February.

Tongjing Town, Yubei District

It is said that there are three treasures in Tongjing, Yubei District, namely hot springs, plum blossoms and oranges and tangerines. In February, you can enjoy the scent of flowers and a relaxing hot spring.

Whenever the plum blossoms bloom, it is like snow falling and frosting, reflecting in the lake, which is like “plum blossoms that occupy half of the mountain and the snow that occupies the whole mountain”. You can also enjoy a hot spring on the way to take off your fatigue in winter.

Public transport: Take the direct bus from Hongqihegou Long Distance Bus Station to Tongjing.

Best time to visit: late February

Nanshan Botanical Garden, Nan’an District

Nanshan Botanical Garden has always been one of Chongqing people’s favorite places to enjoy the flowers. Not only is it easily accessible, but more importantly, there is a wide variety of flowers to see at all times of the year.

In addition to the romantic early cherry blossoms, the camellia, the city flower of Chongqing, is also in full bloom, which is gorgeous and beautiful, and you can go for a hike on the way.

Public transport: Take Rail Transit Line 3 to Nanping Station, then transfer to Bus 384 and get off at Nanshan Stop.

Best time to visit: early to mid-February

Huangjueping Campus of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, Jiulongpo District

The cherry blossoms at Huangjueping Campus of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute are the earliest in Chongqing, and although the number of early cherry blossoms on campus is small, it is enough to make people feel relaxed and happy, and any photo you take is a good one.

You can stand under the trees alone and imagine the scene from 5 Centimeters Per Second: A Chain of Short Stories About Their Distance, where the cherry blossoms fall from the sky, hovering in the air, and the red plums are also in full bloom.

Public transport: Take Bus 223, 233, 277, 823 and get off near Huangjueping Campus of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute.

Best time to visit: mid-February

Eling Park, Yuzhong District

The early spring sun is so soft and pleasant that it would be a waste not to get some sunshine. Therefore, sitting in the open courtyard with a cup of tea is the perfect choice. Located high up on the Yuzhong Peninsula, Eling Park not only has a great view, but also overlooks the two rivers.

You can spend a whole afternoon sitting on a cushioned chair in the warm sun, watching the birds and flowers, and savoring the taste of the old Yuzhong gardens.

Public transport: Take Rail Transit Line 1 and get off at Eling Station.

Best time to visit: sunny days in February

Ciqikou, Shapingba District

Although slightly crowded with tourists at this season of year, this is really a great place to enjoy the atmosphere of Spring Festival. Ciqikou is now hung with red lanterns, and wherever you go, it is a scene of illumination.

A visit to Ciqikou during the Spring Festival will not only give you a taste of the profound cultural heritage, but also a strong atmosphere of the Chinese New Year, and on warm sunny days you can sunbathe in the teahouses.

Public transport: Take Rail Transit Line 1 and get off at Ciqikou Station.

Best time to visit: early to mid-February 

(Translated by Wang Huixin, Fathom Language Limited)