Travel video guide
Davud Akhundzada in Chongqing, Jiulongpo District
This guide turns Visiting Adorable & Giant Pandas In Diverse Chongqing + Historical Hongyadong, China 🇨🇳 from Davud Akhundzada into a practical travel map with 5 saved spots around Chongqing, 35, and Yu Zhong Qu. The mapped places include a place marker, an art gallery, a corporate office, and a national park. Use it to understand the places and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Davud Akhundzada visited the Chongqing Zoo specifically to see giant pandas, despite his personal stance against supporting traditional zoos and animal circuses. He was captivated by the cuteness of the pandas but expressed concern over the noise pollution and concrete environments the animals endure. Ultimately, he acknowledged that conservation centers and zoos are currently the only viable way to prevent these vulnerable animals from vanishing.
What this map is good for
- Planning an art gallery stop or short itinerary in Chongqing.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 5 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Chongqing Art Gallery
Art Gallery in 1 Linjiang Rd, 解放碑商圈 Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China, 400011, Chongqing, China, 400011 - Zoo station
Place marker in China, Chongqing, Jiulongpo District, 黄桷坪 邮政编码: 400051, Chongqing, Jiulongpo District, 黄桷坪 邮政编码: 400051 - Liziba Viewing Platform
Place marker in China, Chongqing, Yuzhong District, 35, 正北方向50米 邮政编码: 400015, Yuzhong District, 35, 正北方向50米 邮政编码: 400015 - Chongqing Hongyadong （Northwest Gate）
National Park in China, Chong Qing Shi, Yu Zhong Qu, Jia Ling Jiang Bin Jiang Lu, 纸盐河街37 邮政编码: 400011, Yu Zhong Qu, Chong Qing Shi, China - Chongqing Zoo
Corporate Office in China, Chongqing, Jiulongpo District, 杨家坪 邮政编码: 400051, Chongqing, Jiulongpo District, 杨家坪 邮政编码: 400051
Experiences captured
- Visited the Chongqing Zoo
- Took a 30-minute taxi ride from city center
- Purchased a physical entry ticket for 25 yuan
- Observed giant pandas eating bamboo and sleeping
- Walked through a panda-themed shopping area
- Saw a plant shaped like a giraffe
- Navigated through crowds of tourists and screaming children
- Viewed high-rise buildings from within the zoo grounds
Planning notes for Yu Zhong Qu
Jiefangbei, located in the Yuzhong District of Chongqing, is a pedestrian commercial zone centered around the People's Liberation Monument. As of 2026, it remains a primary hub for commerce and historical observation in Southwest China. Historical Heritage The district’s focal point is the People's Liberation Monument, an octagonal concrete structure standing 27.5 meters tall. Originally constructed in 1940 as a wooden structure called the "Spirit Fortress.
Must-try foods nearby
- Chongqing Old Hotpot (Jiugongge)
The quintessential Jiefangbei experience, characterized by a 'nine-grid' (Jiugongge) iron frame that divides the boiling beef tallow broth. - Hao Chi Jie Suan La Fen
These 'Hot and Sour Glass Noodles' from Bayi Road (Hao Chi Jie) are iconic. Made from sweet potato starch, the noodles are hand-tapped into boiling water. - Grilled Shao Pi (Sweet Potato Sheets)
A trending street food staple in 2026. Large, rectangular sheets of translucent sweet potato starch are grilled until bubbly and charred, then stuffed with pickled radishes. - Shancheng Mao Xue Wang
A bold 'Jianghu' (rustic) dish originating from the docks. It is a fiery stew of eel, duck blood curd, tripe, and bean sprouts submerged in a thick layer of chili-infused oil. - Chunhong Waxberry Ice (Yangmei Bing)
The viral dessert pairing of 2026. Often served at 'hole-in-the-wall' hotpot joints like Chunhong, this refreshing treat features whole waxberries frozen into slushy ice.
When to go: The best time to visit Jiefangbei is during the spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November) when temperatures are mild and the city’s signature fog is less oppressive. Avoid the summer months of July and August.
Local tips
- Download a reliable offline map or navigation app because the city's multi-level '8D' terrain often renders standard GPS elevation data inaccurate.
- Request 'wei la' (mild spice) when ordering local hot pot, as the standard Chongqing spice level is significantly higher than in other regions.
- Avoid sticking your chopsticks vertically into a bowl of rice, as this gesture mimics incense at a funeral and is considered very unlucky.
- Keep your voice and physical presence firm but polite when boarding public transit, as locals often move quickly and may not wait for passengers to exit first.
What travelers are noticing
- The 4th Chongqing Urban Art Festival: A month-long 'Open June' event featuring the 'Riverbank Art Scene' with outdoor performances and fashion shows along the Jiefangbei waterfront.
- ACCOLADE Hotel Opening: A new French-style luxury aesthetic landmark near the People's Liberation Monument, trending for its high-end design and 58-square-meter suites.
- 2026 Drone Light Show Series: Weekly high-tech aerial displays every Saturday at 8:30 PM, featuring cultural icons like 'Bear Granny' and the Thousand-armed Guanyin.
Extra place context
- Shancheng Laotangkou 1636 Chongqing Cuisine (Jiefangbei Hongya Cave Branch)
For those looking to explore 'Jianghu' (folk) cuisine beyond hot pot, this highly-rated spot specializes in bold, traditional Chongqing stir-fries.
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Official tourism resource
The official international communication and tourism portal for Chongqing, providing travel guides, cultural insights, and news for visitors and expats.
Planning questions
What are the best spots in Chongqing, Jiulongpo District from this video?
This guide maps all 5 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan your trip to Chongqing, Jiulongpo District.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.