Ciqikou (Porcelain Port)

Step back in time as we enter Tsee-chee-koh, the historic 'Porcelain Port' of Chongqing. Situated on the banks of the Jialing River, this ancient town dates back to the ninth century, though much of its surviving architecture and…

Our journey begins at the magnificent main entrance gate, a traditional Chinese Pailou that serves as a symbolic portal between the modern city and the historic town. This gate, with its multiple tiers and intricate carvings, is…

We are now walking along the main street of Tsee-chee-koh, where the cobblestones have been smoothed by the passage of millions of feet over the centuries. This thoroughfare is the primary artery of the town, lined with shops…

We now approach the area dedicated to the town's namesake: porcelain. While Tsee-chee-koh is now famous for its street food and atmosphere, its historical significance lies in its role as a production and distribution center for…

No visit to Tsee-chee-koh is complete without pausing to witness the creation of its most famous delicacy: the sticky rice cake. As we approach this stall, you will likely hear a rhythmic pounding sound—this is the sound of…

Ascending the stone steps toward the higher ground of the town, we reach the entrance of Baolun Temple. This ancient Buddhist sanctuary provides a peaceful retreat from the commercial intensity of the market below. …

We conclude our walk at the edge of the Jialing River, where the town's historic docks were once located. Standing here, you can see the wide expanse of the water that served as the town's lifeline for over a thousand years. …

Our journey through Tsee-chee-koh, the Porcelain Port, comes to an end here at the water's edge. We have traveled from the symbolic gateway of the modern world into the heart of an ancient community that has successfully…