Chongqing - The scorching heat in Chongqing has not dampened the enthusiasm of tourists visiting from other regions. Popular spots such as Liziba Station of Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2, the popular commercial district of Guanyinqiao, the core business area Jiefangbei, and Dazu Rock Carvings are still bustling with visitors from home and abroad. 

Since the beginning of this year, Chongqing's inbound tourism has been on the rise, driven by favorable policies such as mutual visa exemptions, streamlined customs procedures, and the resumption of air routes. Foreign tourists come to Chongqing to savor its unique cuisine, take in the stunning mountain city scenery, and immerse themselves in the city's distinct charm. In the first half of 2024, Chongqing welcomed approximately 510,000 inbound tourists, a threefold increase compared to the same period in 2023. With open arms, Chongqing is ready to greet both domestic and international visitors, showcasing the allure of this mountain city.

The relevant departments in Chongqing also remind tourists to plan their trips wisely during hot weather, avoiding peak heat periods to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.

Tourists take photos in the popular commercial district of Guanyinqiao, Jiangbei District, Chongqing, July 22, 2024. (Photo/Liu Li)

Tourists take photos in the popular commercial district of Guanyinqiao, Jiangbei District, Chongqing, July 22, 2024. (Photo/Liu Li)

Tourists photograph the monorail passing through the residential building at Liziba Station of Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2 in Yuzhong District, Chongqing, July 22, 2024. (Photo/Liu Li)

Tourists take photos with cultural fans at the Liziba Station of Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2 in Yuzhong District, Chongqing, July 22, 2024. (Photo/Liu Li)

Tourists from Indonesia visit the Jiefangbei, a core business area in Yuzhong District, Chongqing, on July 17, 2024. (Photo/Wang QuanChao)

Tourists from Indonesia enjoy delicious food on the Bayi Road Gourmet Street in Jiefangbei, a core business area in Yuzhong District, Chongqing, July 17, 2024. (Photo/Wang QuanChao)

A foreign tourist photographs the Dazu Rock Carvings scenic area, Dazu District, Chongqing, July 19, 2024. (Photo/Wang QuanChao)

Foreign tourists visit the Dazu Rock Carvings scenic area in Dazu District, Chongqing, on July 19, 2024. (Photo/Wang QuanChao)

(Ma Jiacheng, as an intern, also contributed to this article.)