Embark on a private day tour from Chongqing to explore the historic battlefields of Fishing City and the charming Laitan Old Town. Discover ancient ruins, impressive house paintings, and Buddha statues with a knowledgeable local guide.
Embark on a private day tour from Chongqing to explore the historic battlefields of Fishing City and the charming Laitan Old Town. Discover ancient ruins, impressive house paintings, and Buddha statues with a knowledgeable local guide.
- Fishing City Residential District - At 8:30 am, the guide will meet the group in the hotel lobby in downtown Chongqing. From there, they will travel to Hechuan by private vehicle, a journey of approximately 1.5 hours covering 75 km. Upon arrival, visitors will explore the renowned Diaoyucheng, also known as Fishing City, established in 1242 AD…
- Fishing City Residential District - At 8:30 am, the guide will meet the group in the hotel lobby in downtown Chongqing. From there, they will travel to Hechuan by private vehicle, a journey of approximately 1.5 hours covering 75 km. Upon arrival, visitors will explore the renowned Diaoyucheng, also known as Fishing City, established in 1242 AD during the Southern Song Dynasty. This city is celebrated for its defense against the Mongol armies in 1259 AD and has been praised as the “Mecca of the East” and “Where God broke his whip” by some European historians. Diaoyu Castle is perched on a steep cliff overlooking the ancient city and historical remnants of old battlefields. The main attractions of Fishing City include the gates, city wall, imperial palace, Wushu yamen, step barracks, and water army wharf, among others. Additionally, there are scenic sites such as Diaoyutai, Baoguo Temple, Hanging Buddha Temple, Thousand Buddha Grottoes, Emperor Cave, Tianquan Cave, and Cornices Cave. According to some historians, the battle of Fishing City significantly influenced the course of world history.
- Laitanzhen - A delicious lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant. Afterward, the group will be transferred to Laitan Old Town, known for its authentic house paintings and well-preserved traditional Chinese lifestyle. Key attractions include the Two Buddha Temple, Wenchang Palace, and Laitan Wengcheng. Laitan Temple houses over 1,700 Buddhist sculptures, with the main statue of Sakyamuni Buddha standing at 12.5 meters tall, recognized as one of China’s famous giant Buddha statues. Later, the group will be transferred back to the Chongqing hotel, where the day tour concludes.
- Local guide
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Transport by private vehicle
- Local guide
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Transport by private vehicle
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Diaoyucheng, known as Fishing City in English, was the famous battlefield where the Fishing City resisted the Mongolian armies in 1259 AD. The ruins of the city are situated in Hechuan, approximately 75 km from downtown Chongqing. Nearby, Laitan Old Town boasts well-preserved, impressive old house paintings and Buddha statues. This private day tour…
Diaoyucheng, known as Fishing City in English, was the famous battlefield where the Fishing City resisted the Mongolian armies in 1259 AD. The ruins of the city are situated in Hechuan, approximately 75 km from downtown Chongqing. Nearby, Laitan Old Town boasts well-preserved, impressive old house paintings and Buddha statues. This private day tour allows you to explore the ruins of Fishing City and Laitan Old Town with a local guide, traveling by private vehicle from downtown Chongqing.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
