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Longxing: old lanes and teahouses

Wander Longxing's old streets and pause in a teahouse for a slower day outside Chongqing.

Getting there and back: The reported route uses Metro Line 4 to Longyi Avenue (龙驿大道), then a short taxi to the old town's south gate; driving is another option. The author describes roughly 40 minutes driving from the city but gives no hotel; this is not a duration for every Chongqing hotel.

Time and walking: The platform suggests half a day to a day; a complete town walk is reported at 2.5–3 hours, plus return transport. The reviewed full-town walking route takes about 2.5–3 hours, with time to pause at a teahouse. Walk the town's lanes and rest at teahouses; distance and accessibility details were not established.

Tickets and timing: The platform lists the town's public areas as free; old submitted prices for small exhibits are not used.

Who it suits: Suits slow walking through smaller old streets, teahouses and snacks. Visitors/authors enjoy everyday town life and old streets rather than dense landmark checklists.

Longxing: old lanes and teahouses

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