Zhongshan Sidao was the political nerve of wartime Chongqing (1937-1945) when it served as Republic of China's capital. The 800m tree-lined boulevard preserves: KMT Presidential Palace (now museum), Chiang Kai-shek's residence (closed; visible from outside), the Stilwell Museum (American general's wartime HQ; ¥10), and Zhou Enlai's CCP delegation HQ (free). Walking the street feels like 1940s — magnolia trees, art deco buildings, period plaques. History buffs will spend 3-4 hours; casual visitors 1-2 hours. Stilwell Museum has the best English signage. Pair with adjacent Eling Park.
Address
Shangqingsi, Yuzhong District, Chongqing
渝中区上清寺
Highlights
- Stilwell Museum (史迪威博物馆)US WWII general Joseph Stilwell's HQ; English signage
- Zhou Enlai's HQ (周公馆)Free; CCP delegation during United Front era
- 1940s BoulevardMagnolia tree shade; art deco preserved
For foreign visitors
- English service: english tour
- Cards accepted: cash_only
- Booking / entry: required
- Best time: Weekday morning 9-12
- Wi-Fi: free
- Transit access: metro direct
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What travelers say (3 reviews)
RepublicEra·TripAdvisor·4/5
Republican-era street — Chiang Kai-shek's residence, govt buildings. Quiet, leafy.
2026-04-08
中山四路·Xiaohongshu·5/5
中山四路民国风情街！银杏黄叶 + 老洋房。秋天 11 月最美。
2026-03-12
Lily P.·Google Maps·4/5
Walking tour of Republican-era buildings. Free. Best autumn with ginkgo leaves.
2026-02-22
