Various “homegrown” specialty products from surrounding districts, including Peiling and Jiangjin, were also displayed during the event.

Half price Chengkou honey, a famous local special product, attracts crowds of buyers. [Photo/liangjiang.gov.cn]

The growing influence of the virtual reality (VR) sector was highlighted at the festival, with some companies allowing visitors to have a go at re-designing their houses through VR devices. Other VR experiences in areas of tourism and gaming were also available for visitors to get a glimpse of the technology currently available on the market.

A Chongqing local experiences the VR horse-racing during the festival. [Photo/liangjiang.gov.cn]

Discounted products and promotion activities were provided by exhibitors and e-commerce companies, helping to draw in throngs of visitors.

Edited by Jacob Hooson