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This eBook offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet's latest China guide book and includes:

• Chóngqìng & Cruising the Yangzi chapters

• Understanding China

• Chóngqìng maps

Whether you come for the cliff-side location overlooking the iconic Yangzi River, the world's spiciest hotpot that the locals are so proud of, or to climb aboard boats heading for the awe-inspiring Three Gorges on what is arguably China's most spectacular river cruise, you'll agree there's a unique feel to Chóngqìng.

This guide is the result of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in Chóngqìng and the Yangzi, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed. This guide includes up-to-date reviews of the best places to stay, eat, sights, cultural information, maps, transport tips and a few best kept secrets – all the essentials to get to the heart of Chongqing and the Yangzi.

Coverage includes:

• Understanding China: China Today, History, People of China, Religion & Beliefs, Chinese Cuisine, Arts & Architecture, China's Landscape, Martial Arts of China

• Chóngqìng & Around, Dàzú Buddhist Caves, Zhongshan, Láitan, Songji, The Three Gorges, Effects of the Dam, Route, Chóngqìng to Wànzhou, Wànzhou to Yíchang, Boats & Tickets, Luxury Cruises, Tourist Boats, Passenger Ships and Hydrofoil

Lonely Planet's China guide is researched and written by: Damian Harper, Min Dai, Michael Kohn, Robert Kelly, Daniel McCrohan, Shawn Low, Bradley Mayhew, Piera Chen, Chung Wah Chow, Christopher Pitts, David Eimer