One of Chongqing's oldest central shopping districts, Ciqikou has a history that dates back to over a millennium. The historic town, formerly known for its porcelain commerce, now rebirths as a destination for foodies and cultural buffs alike, especially to its traditional Chinese teahouses, Sichuan Opera, and spicy dishes. The genuine feel of Chongqing can be found in this ancient town. Join CGTN's Media Challengers Merna and Nelly on a tour of the ancient town of Ciqikou.

Editor's note: This report focuses on Chongqing as part of our special series "Rising Star Cities," which is about Chinese cities whose annual GDP exceeds 1 trillion yuan ($155.4 billion, or more than the GDP of Qatar). At the end of 2020, there were 23 such cities. Click here for more stories on Chongqing.