Century Chongqing Teahouse

One White Elephant Street tells half of Chongqing’s history. An old teahouse reveals countless tales of the past.Century Chongqing Teahouse is located on the third floor of the historic Bai Xiang Street Theater in the bustling Jiefangbei area of Chongqing. Stepping inside feels like traveling back in time to the city’s bustling yet poignant era of port opening, where everyday life and grandeur coexisted. Four daily performances of Sichuan opera showcase the region’s unique culture, featuring breathtaking acts like face-changing, fire-spitting, and the intangible cultural heritage of long-spout tea art. Sit back with a traditional covered-bowl tea while watching these skilled performances on stage—from the mesmerizing long-spout tea pouring to face-changing, fire-spitting, rolling lanterns, and Chinese acrobatics—immersing yourself in the endless charm of Sichuan opera.