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Chongqing, the magical 8D mountain city, shows its unique charm in November. The heat of summer is gone, and the weather is pleasant, making it a great time to visit. Must-see attractions Hongya Cave 📍Address: No. 88, Jialingjiang Binjiang Road, Yuzhong District 🎫Tickets: Free ⏳Hours: Open all day. We recommend visiting in the evening, when you can see the traditional Bayu architecture during the day and the stilted buildings lit up at night. It looks like a scene from Spirited Away. Enjoy the view of the river and the breeze. Jiefangbei 📍Address: No. 177, Minzu Road, Yuzhong District 🎫Tickets: Free ⏳Hours: Open all day. As a landmark of Chongqing, the surrounding area is often decorated with seasonal flowers in November. Shopping, dining, and entertainment are all available here. Experience the prosperity of the mountain city and the fusion of history and modernity. Eling No. 2 Factory 📍Address: No. 1, Eling Zheng Street, Yuzhong District 🎫Tickets: Free ⏳Hours: Open all day. The old factory has been transformed into a cultural and creative street with graffiti and specialty shops. Stroll through the area and enjoy the industrial and artistic atmosphere. Take photos in the warm autumn sun. Nanshan Yikeshu Viewing Platform 📍Address: Longhuang Road, near Huangjueya Road, Nan'an District 🎫Tickets: CNY 30/person ⏳Hours: 9:00 am–10:00 pm. In November, you can overlook the Yuzhong Peninsula, which is decorated with colorful forests, the Yangtze River, and the Jialing River. The night view of the mountain city is stunning, and you can enjoy the river, city, and mountain views. What to eat Hot pot is a must-try. Dip tripe in the spicy broth, following the "seven up, eight down" rule, for a crispy and tender taste. Spicy noodles are a great breakfast to start your day. Try an iron cake on the mountain city trail. It's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet but not greasy. There's also roasted sweet potato skin, with a soft and glutinous skin wrapped in pickled radish and minced meat. It's a delicious street food. Where to stay Stay near Jiefangbei or Guanyinqiao Business District for convenient transportation. The area is well-connected by subway and bus, and there are plenty of dining, shopping, and entertainment options nearby. You can also enjoy the night view of the mountain city from your accommodation. How to get there ✈️: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport has many domestic flights. The airport is connected to the city center by subway and bus. 🚄: Chongqing North Railway Station and Chongqing West Railway Station have clear signs and convenient transfers. You can easily reach all the exciting places in the mountain city.