Chongqing clinched second place for its multilayered urban landscape, unrivaled street food culture, and drone light spectacles on weekends.

In a new development, young travelers are now seeking to uncover hidden gems and novel experience in traditional tourist cities. Take Chongqing for example, where visitors are also venturing to attractions on its outskirts, such as Three Natural Bridges in Wulong district.

Rizhao, Gannan, Dongying, Heze, Ulanqab, Longnan, Lianyungang, Chengde, Enshi and Bazhong topped Mafengwo's list of fastest-growing hidden destinations for the Labor Day holiday, offering young travelers an opportunity to be far from tourist crowds.