How does an ancient town regain its charm? Ciqikou ancient town, with a history of more than 1,000 years, is one of the best places to explore the hustle and bustle of daily life in southwest China's Chongqing.  

Located by the Jialing River, Ciqikou ancient town was first built in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and gained prominence during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) as a commercial port and market town, shipping goods both by land and water. With the efforts of local authorities to advance the integration of cultural and tourism development and drive urban renewal, more and more tourists flock to this must-see spot in Chongqing to experience the authentic charm of China's ancient towns.

Video director and editor: Shi Chan

Camera: Xing Tongcheng

Cover photo designer: Liu Shaozhen

Producer: Li Tianfu