Chongqing - Popular Colombian social media influencer @WestCOL, alongside iChongqing host Julius, recently immersed himself in the vibrant culture of Chongqing, sampling local delicacies and witnessing a spectacular drone light show. This visit underscores a growing trend of international content creators flocking to the southwestern Chinese megacity to capture its unique urban landscape and rich experiences for their global audiences.

The influencer, who boasts tens of millions of followers online, dove straight into Chongqing's famed culinary scene. His activities included hands-on experiences making traditional bean curd and rice pudding, and admiring the skilled craftsmanship of local chefs—from intricate Chinese calligraphy performed with a green onion to the delicate art of carving tofu into a rose shape. The highlight of the gastronomic tour was a classic 360 Bowls of Chongqing Flavors, where he embraced the local mantra that a visit is incomplete without trying the iconic, fiery chili peppers. "The chili is an iconic symbol of Chongqing, and if you come to Chongqing without eating the spicy food, it seems like you haven't be here for real" noted Julius during the feast.

Following the dinner, the group proceeded to the banks of the Yangtze River for a breathtaking drone light show. Hundreds of synchronized drones lit up the night sky over the river, forming dynamic images including the city's famous monorail, often poetically called "the train to the spring." The Colombian creator expressed being "totally stunned" by the display, describing it as a "huge shock in a good way."

This journey, condensed into just twelve hours, left a profound impression. "I feel like I've experienced way too many things in such a short time, things I'd never done before," the influencer remarked, captivated by the city's energy and innovation.