Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Chongqing In China - Top Sights For Any Backpacker

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By Jonny Blair


Backpacking has always been a great way to experience different cultures and places. Conducting such an activity in China would in fact be a great eye opener to the culture of the Asian people. Before embarking on such a tour however, you have to have a little information about the area.

Adventure lovers usually say that there is nothing more interesting than discovering new sights and cultures in the course of travel. In massive cities in the Asia, all these and more come characterize the tour package. While in the biggest city in the world; the following may be interesting places to tour.

The Arhat Temple is a must see when in this massive city. This temple houses a number of terracotta Arhats. Basically, these are Buddhas that that attained enlightenment. One big advantage of visiting this place is that it is not too expensive.

A visit to the Chaotianmen Park would guarantee great sights and sounds if one is up to it. While strolling around the square, one could get a beer and try out a local snack. The goal here is to experience the city to its fullest, thus one should not be hesitant to try out new things.

It is a fact that this massive city houses the biggest toilet complex in the world. One only has to see the complex to be awed by the magnitude of it. And, it would be really awesome to visit this place and later on brag about the whole experience to friends long after the tour is over.

The goal of tours of this magnitude is experiencing every aspect of the region in question. As a backpacker, this means that one must see both the old and new versions of cities and cultures. In this regard, a visit to the 18 steps ought to be contemplated.

By touring across this city, you would also be contributing to the local tourism sector, which is a great thing. A tour of the Yangtze River for example usually costs 5RMB. This may seem meager but in the long run, these rates do much to improve the economy of the region.

Lastly, your Chinese experience will get an even bigger boost with a visit to Foreigner Street. The Street is a 24-hour theme park just on the fringes of town. While here, you could go to restaurants, attend interesting events or you could opt for a fun ride.




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