Chongqing, Hami launch three tourism routes

Guanyinqiao Urban Tourism Area in Chongqing. [Photo provided to english.liangjiang.gov.cn]

Yardang Dahaidao Scenic Area in Hami. [Photo provided to english.liangjiang.gov.cn]

Chongqing's Liangjiang New Area and Yizhou district of Hami, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, have jointly launched three cross-city tourism routes to showcase the cultural and natural attractions of the two destinations.

The routes – running under the themes Red Heritage, Local Flavors and Culture, and Scenic Landscapes – cater to different interests, including cultural study tours, food experiences, and photography.

The Red Heritage route links the Bayu Folk-Custom Museum with the Memorial Hall of the West Route Army Entering Xinjiang in Hami, allowing visitors to explore China's revolutionary history through historical exhibits and artifacts.

The Local Flavors and Culture route covers Chongqing's Guanyinqiao Urban Tourism Area and the Chongqing Delicious food street, as well as Hami Museology. Visitors can sample local cuisine, explore urban shopping districts, and enjoy performances of the Twelve Muqam, a traditional musical art form recognized as a cultural treasure of China.

The Scenic Landscapes route connects Hong'en Temple in Liangjiang with the Yardang Dahaidao Scenic Area in Hami, showcasing the contrast between Chongqing's mountainous scenery and the vast Gobi landscapes of northwestern China.

Direct flights from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport to Hami provide convenient access between the two destinations, with the routes offering more travel options for families during Chongqing's upcoming autumn school holiday.