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How to Book Train Travel From Shanghai to Chongqing

Chongqing, the third most densly populated city in China, is thought to be the legendary ''State of Ba,'' with independent clans known for their war songs and dances occupying the territory as early as the 11th century BC. Buddhist-inspired architecture dominates the area, as does the magnolia, the official tree of the city visible in sidewalk plantings and as ornamental additions to streetlight posts.

Computer with Internet access to book train travel online
Passport and appropriate visa

Instructions

Book Your Train Travel From Shanghai to Chongqing
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  Visit the China Trip Advisor Web site (see Resources below) to begin to book your train travel from Shanghai To Chongqing online. You may also call 011 (+86) (559) 231 9660, though the online form is preferred.
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  Click on the ''Train Tickets'' link from the top menu of the index page.
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  Open the list of available trains leaving Shanghai by clicking on the hyperlink that reads, ''Departing from Shanghai.''
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  Click on ''Shanghai -> Chongqing Time Table'' to see trains traveling between these two cities. In this case, the only train that makes this route is the K71/K74 train.
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  Complete the reservation request form at the bottom of the page. Double check your information for accuracy, including making sure that your email address is spelled correctly.
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  Keep an eye out for an email from China Trip Advisor in response to your reservation request, usually within 24 hours. Note that your reservation is not confirmed until final payment is made and the China Trip Advisor staff verifies your order.