Xituo, Chongqing: Ancient Salt Road & Rural Charm

Old Salt Road in Xituo, Chongqing

Destination:ChinaProvince:ChongqingCity:Xituo
Old Salt Road in Xituo, Chongqing
Honglin Li2024-02-2515 min

In this episode, we traveled to Xituo, located in Shizhu County of Chongqing. There is an important historical salt transportation route carved thousands of years ago. I want to explore what's the people's life there now that this place has been renovated into a tourist attraction. What's this town for? Couples washing clothes by the river. Tujia ethnic band performance. Walking into the town. Architectural features and terrain. Salt porters. Real life of locals. Farewell salt porters.

--- Honglin Li
February 25, 2024, Winter in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Intro
  2. 1:53What's this town for?
  3. 2:54Couples washing clothes by the river
  4. 4:20Tujia ethnic band performance
  5. 5:12Walking into the town
  6. 6:17Architectural features and terrain
  7. 7:47Salt porters
  8. 9:31Real life of locals
  9. 13:29Farewell salt porters

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Old Salt Road in Xituo, Chongqing

Explore the hidden gem of Xituo in Chongqing, China! This captivating video journey unveils the rich history of an ancient salt road, now a charming tourist attraction. Witness the daily life of locals, their unique traditions, and the stunning natural beauty of this renovated town. From couples washing clothes by the river to a captivating Tujia ethnic band performance, experience the authentic charm of Xituo.

Xituo, Chongqing: Ancient Salt Road & Rural Charm

In this episode, we traveled to Xituo, located in Shizhu County of Chongqing. There is an important historical salt transportation route carved thousands of years ago. I want to explore what's the people's life there now that this place has been renovated into a tourist attraction. 0:00 Intro 1:53...