Chongqing, whose literal meaning is “double happiness,” is a port city with the largest municipal area and population in China. It is situated in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River at the confluence of the world-famous Yangtze and beautiful Jialing Rivers in southest China. Chongqing Perfect Time International Youth Hostel is located right beside the Jialing River, in "millennium-old town" Ciqikou which is the only ancient town located in downtown Chongqing, Shapingba District.
     Ciqikou is one of the most beautiful and key places of interest in Chongqing. It can be conveniently reached from any train or bus station by bus. Bus No. 261 can directly take you to Jiefangbei (the People’s Liberation Monument), bus No. 503 to Chaotianmen, the dock and bus No. 202 to Chongqing North train station, respectively half an hour to reach.
     The town located by the riverside of the Jialing River takes its name from porcelain (ciqi in Chinese). For this little town produced large quantities of porcelain products and also served as a trading and transfer port in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has witnessed the long period of history on the Jialing River. There are many small shops selling local products and delicious treats lining the twelve lanes paved with their large well-preserved flag stones that form the main arteries of the Ciqikou district. At the end of Zheng Street, just go down stairs, you can find us on your left.
     Most of our staff are enthuisiastic university students in Shapingba, the cultural district of Chongqing, who will go out of their way to make sure your visit is the best it can possibly be. We are all lovers of travelling, so we can tell you what is really worth visiting in Chongqing and further afield. What's more, we are very glad to recommend where we like going and what we like to eat.
     In addition, we have a spacious, stylish bar in the first floor where you are free to get WIFI, read books, watch films, play pooltable or meet fellow travellers. Outside the bar there is a great balcony, you can sit there, facing the river, enjoying some cool beverages and the atmosphere of Ciqikou. We believe everyone who comes here will say our balcony is one of the best places to have a drink. Our bar also offers some local specialities and some simple western food to satisfy your appetite.
      Local Flavor in Ciqikou:
Shredded Chicken Organ with Chilly 鸡杂
Spicy Blood Budding 毛血旺
Chen Ma Hua(Chen\'s fried Dough Twists) 陈麻花
Old Town Wine 古镇咂酒

     We also provide some travel consultation service for you:
* Three Gorges Cruise (one-day, three-day, four-day)
* Dazu Stone Carvings (single day tour)
* Wǔlóng Tours (one of South China Karst, and World Natural Heritage Values)
* Leshan and Emei Mountain (three day tour)
* Tibet tour
* Traditional Folk show (fire-breathing and face changing)
* Hot Spring Tours (CQ is famous for many hotsprings which can help you relax after a long trip)
* Ancient Town Tours (Ciqikou Ancient Town, Laitan Ancient Village, recommended by LP)
* Nightly Chongqing Two Rivers Tour
* And more (you can get more information about these tours at front desk )

     We provide some requisite services for FREE as following:
* Billiard
* Luggage storage
* 24 Hour Reception
* Wifi and free access to the Internet
* Games: Chinese chess, Poker, Halma, Gobang, majiang
* A large collection of books and magazines, free to read
* DVD
* Pickup Service from train and bus stations (by bus, please contact us in advance)

In addition, Shopping in Ciqikou:
Ceramics 陶瓷
Embroidery 刺绣
Painted Fan 画扇
Lacquerware 漆器
Wood Carvings 木雕
Dough Figurines 面人
Chinese Ligament 中国结
Straw & willow products 古镇草编