Why is Chengde not like Chongqing?

There are great differences between Chengde and Chongqing in geographical location, history, culture and economic development, which leads to different characteristics in many aspects.

First of all, Chengde is located in North China and Chongqing is located in Southwest China, which is far apart. Chengde's topography is mainly mountainous, and its climate belongs to temperate continental climate, with cool summer and cold winter. Chongqing is located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, with hilly terrain, subtropical monsoon climate, hot and humid summer and relatively warm winter. This difference in geographical environment leads to the differences in architectural styles and urban planning between the two cities.

Secondly, Chengde and Chongqing are also very different in history and culture. Chengde has a long history and is a summer resort for the Qing royal family. Therefore, Chengde has a profound cultural heritage and rich historical and cultural heritage. Chongqing is one of the cultural centers in southwest China, with a long history of Bashu culture and Three Gorges culture. This difference in cultural background also leads to the differences in architecture and customs between the two cities.

In addition, there are differences in economic development between Chengde and Chongqing. Chengde's economy is dominated by tourism, and in recent years, it is also developing green energy, ecological agriculture and other industries. Chongqing is one of the economic centers in the southwest of China, with developed manufacturing and service industries. This difference in economic development direction also leads to the difference in industrial structure and urban development between the two cities.

To sum up, there are differences in geographical location, history, culture and economic development between Chengde and Chongqing, which leads to differences in many aspects between the two cities. Although both cities are excellent tourist cities in China, their characteristics and charms are different.