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Chongqing: China's Breathtaking Infrastructure Amazes British Family
I've been to many cities in china including some of the most famous ones but nothing hits like this city. Its the best example of china's breathtaking infrastructure and my family could not believe this was a real place was a real city!
July 2025 | Vlog 530 | Chongqing, China
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When we...
I've been to many cities in china including some of the most famous ones but nothing hits like this city. Its the best example of china's breathtaking infrastructure and my family could not believe this was a real place was a real city!
July 2025 | Vlog 530 | Chongqing, China
When we finally started our adventure
Join Reanne and Ben as they take their British family to Chongqing, a city that truly captures the essence of China's incredible infrastructure. Prepare to be amazed by their family's reactions to this breathtaking metropolis. This vlog promises an unforgettable journey through a city that defies expectations and showcases the future of urban landscapes. Don't miss out on this incredible travel experience!
I've been to many cities in china including some of the most famous ones but nothing hits like this city. Its the best example of china's breathtaking infrastructure and my family could not believe this was a real place was a real city!
July 2025 | Vlog 530 | Chongqing, China
When we finally started our adventure
That day in Chongqing started with a classic street food encounter—dried duck on the 18 Steps ancient street. Dridgers, who has visited the city twice before, took on the role of unofficial tour guide for his sister, brother-in-law, and two nieces. The family wandered through the historic lane, snacking on free samples and marveling at the gimmicks designed to lure tourists into shops. A stop at Mixue, the famously cheap ice cream chain, revealed the secret: everything is made from powder and water. The kids ordered chocolate sundaes, and the adults sipped weak fruit drinks while the humidity clung to them like a wet blanket. Dridgers pointed out that despite the ancient vibe, you're never far from a Starbucks or Tim Hortons. The highlight arrived at the iconic light rail station where a train passes right through a residential building—a scene that's gone viral on social media. The family stood in awe as the train slid through the structure, a perfect example of Chongqing's mind-bending infrastructure. As dusk fell, they headed to Raffles City, where the curved skyscraper offered a swing ride with terrifying views. Dinner at Commune brought relief: burgers, nachos with guacamole, and truffle pizza washed down with cheap local beer. The kids ran cartwheels in the open plaza while the city lit up around them—Chongqing at night, a neon dream with no drunk idiots in sight.
Chongqing is a city that defies belief. In this vlog, travel vlogger Dridgers brings his British family to his favorite city in China, and their reactions are pure gold. From the ancient 18 Steps street to the futuristic skyline, they wander through a city that's seven times the size of Tokyo but somehow feels intimate. They try everything from dried duck to powder-based ice cream, encounter a cleaning product salesman, and end up at a spot that looks like something out of a sci-fi movie. The mix of ancient culture and neon-lit modernity is mind-blowing, and the family's genuine awe makes this a must-watch for anyone planning a China trip.
Dridgers brings his British family to Chongqing, China's most futuristic city, where ancient streets meet neon-lit skyscrapers and their reactions are pure gold
Exploring Chongqing China With My British Family The Best City
2:33 18 Steps is an ancient street with 18 series of steps. It's now a tourist attraction with free food samples and performances.
5:34 Mixue serves cheap ice cream and drinks but uses powdered ingredients, not fresh fruit or milk. Great for budget travelers.
14:01 Get a QR code for the Chongqing metro. It makes getting through the gates much faster than queuing for ticket machines.
15:33 On the metro, seating is first-come-first-served. Move quickly to grab a seat, or let kids and women go first.
17:04 The famous train-through-building attraction is a must-see. Visit on a weekday to avoid the crowds, especially at the weekend.
19:11 Raffles City has a viewing platform with a giant swing. The views of Chongqing at night are incredible.
2:33 18 Steps is an ancient street with 18 series of steps. It's now a tourist attraction with free food samples and performances.
5:34 Mixue serves cheap ice cream and drinks but uses powdered ingredients, not fresh fruit or milk. Great for budget travelers.
14:01 Get a QR code for the Chongqing metro. It makes getting through the gates much faster than queuing for ticket machines.
15:33 On the metro, seating is first-come-first-served. Move quickly to grab a seat, or let kids and women go first.
17:04 The famous train-through-building attraction is a must-see. Visit on a weekday to avoid the crowds, especially at the weekend.
19:11 Raffles City has a viewing platform with a giant swing. The views of Chongqing at night are incredible.
0:20 Introduction to Chongqing
2:33 Exploring 18 Steps ancient street
5:34 First Mixue ice cream experience
10:34 Tale of two buildings
14:01 Getting QR codes for metro
17:04 Train through building attraction
19:11 Raffles City and the swing
20:19 Dinner at Commune restaurant
25:49 Chongqing nightlife and reflection
0:20 Introduction to Chongqing
2:33 Exploring 18 Steps ancient street
5:34 First Mixue ice cream experience
10:34 Tale of two buildings
14:01 Getting QR codes for metro
17:04 Train through building attraction
19:11 Raffles City and the swing
20:19 Dinner at Commune restaurant
25:49 Chongqing nightlife and reflection
What were the ice creams like at Mixue?
They were cheap and tasty but made completely from powder and water, no fresh milk or fruit.
What is the most famous thing in Chongqing?
The light rail that passes through a residential building. It's one of China's main tourist attractions.
Is Chongqing hot in summer?
Yes, it can reach 40 degrees Celsius in July and August, but it's often misty and foggy so the sun doesn't always shine.
