The Shanchengxiang Historical and Cultural Area has mottled old walls, a rare atmosphere of life in the city, and frozen time. It represents the unique lifestyle of Chongqing, just like the Hutongs in Beijing and the Lanes in Shanghai, where the past of old Chongqing is hidden.
归档： Attractions
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Nanbin Rd.
Chongqing Nanbin Road is located in the center of Chongqing City. It faces the Yangtze River in the north and Nanshan Mountain in the back. It has a beautiful night view of Yuzhong. It has a long history of Bayu culture, religious culture, port opening culture, Dayu culture, wharf culture, and anti-Japanese war site culture such as Pearl-like all over the line, Nanbin Road won the reputation of “Chongqing Bund”. Nanbin Road Tourist Sightseeing Area is an urban sightseeing and leisure landscape avenue integrating flood control and bank protection, urban roads, old city reconstruction, catering, entertainment and leisure. In addition to hosting various food festivals and hot pot festivals with Chongqing characteristics, Nanbin Road also hosts large-scale events full of fashion and culture.
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Chongqing Night River Cruise
“If you don’t see the night view, you haven’t been to Chongqing.” It’s a great pity not to appreciate the night view of Chongqing. The unique city style allows people to appreciate the layers of lights no matter where they stand. The night of Chongqing is dotted with thousands of lights and flashing neon lights, which are dreamy and dazzling, reflected in the rippling river water, scattered and orderly. If the introduction: the night view of Beijing and Shanghai is a kind of atmosphere, then the night view of Chongqing is a kind of touching! Chongqing night tour is to take the best boat in Chongqing and even the whole Yangtze River to see the best night view on the river in the country! It is a city business card that cleverly combines the mountains and waters of Chongqing with the world-famous Chongqing night view; it is a window for the outside world to intuitively, three-dimensionally, dynamically, all-roundly, and closely understand and know Chongqing, and show the charm of Chongqing. Taking a golden Cruise to travel in Chongqing at night is like swimming in the galaxy, with bright lights on both sides, and the stars and moon lights reflected in the water. The river is leisurely, the river breeze is blowing, and the tea and light wine wash away the troubles of the world. The shadows of flowing clouds, the clear streams, the colorful lights, the bright trees, the lights of thousands of houses, the stars in the sky, the stars shining against each other… When Chongqing changes to the night view, all the words that describe the warmth of the world and all the words that make people grateful for life become its description!
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Nanshan A Tree
The Nanshan Tree Viewing Platform is located on the Nanshan Mountain in the Nan’an District of Chongqing. It is an open observation deck formed around a large tree. Standing on the observation deck, looking far out into the distance, you can see the myriad twinkling lights of Yuzhong District, Chongqing. Two surrounding rivers, flowing light and color, a long bridge flying across, a distinct outline. The colorful city is beautiful and dazzling against the backdrop of the night sky.
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Yangtze River Cableway
Yangtze River Cableway has developed into a must-visit attraction for tourists in Chongqing. The cableway starts at Chang’an Temple (Xinhua Road) in Yuzhong District and crosses the Yangtze River to Shangxin Street (Longmenhao) in the Nan’an District. As you take the cableway and travel to the other side of the river, you can see the scenery of the skyscrapers, the Yangtze River, and the south bank of the river. There is a saying that “If you don’t see the night view, you have not been to Chongqing”. So take the Yangtze River cableway so have a glimpse of Chongqing’s night skyline. The Yangtze River cableway has also become a favourite for many filmmakers in Chongqing. Whenever there are cableway footages in domestic film and television dramas, the audience will know that it was shot in Chongqing.
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Chongqing Zoo
Chongqing Zoo is situated in Yangjiaping in the city’s Jiulongpo District. The zoo is home to one of China’s national treasures, the panda, of which there are more than in the average zoo. The National Huanan Tiger Breeding Center is also based at the zoo. There is nothing better than visiting the zoo at the weekend with kids to look at the variety of animals. Chongqing Zoo is home to quite a complete range of animals, including giant pandas, giraffes, lions, zebra, elephants, tigers, crocodiles, and apes. If you follow the instructions when you stroll around the zoo, you can see all the animals without walking down the same path twice.
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Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
Jiefangbei pedestrian street is a bustling commercial street in downtown Chongqing. It’s one of Chongqing’s fashion landmarks and is a great place for shopping and good food. The street is located in Yuzhong District, with the People’s Liberation Monument at its center; Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street encompasses the surrounding Minquan Road, Zourong Road, Bayi Road and Wuyi Road. There is a large number of departmental stores, hotels, and restaurants there. It is said that local beauties often come to this place, and the beauty of women from Chongqing is well known throughout the country.
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White Emperor City Qutang Gorge Scenic Spot
The White Emperor City Qutang Gorge Scenic Spot is located on Baidi Mountain along the northern bank of the Yangtze River at the entrance of Qutang Gorge in Fengjie County, Chongqing. Situated at the western entrance of the Three Gorges, it faces Kuimen to the east, Baiyan Mountain across the river to the south, Fengjie County to the west, and Jigong Mountain to the north, approximately 10 km east of Fengjie County. Covering an area of 6 km², the attraction primarily consists of two major sections—White Emperor City and Qutang Gorge—featuring numerous historical sites that blend nature with culture, poetry with wartime legacy, serving as the starting point to experience the grandeur of the Three Gorges. Officially opened to the public in 1978, it was among China’s first batch of nationally opened attractions.The attraction was originally named White Emperor City Qutang Gorge Scenic Spot. During the late Western Han Dynasty, Gongsun Shu built a fortified city in this strategic location. In 25 AD, he proclaimed himself the White Emperor and renamed the city White Emperor City. In 36 AD, the White Emperor Temple was constructed on White Emperor Mountain to worship Gongsun Shu. During the 12th year of Emperor Jiajing’s reign in the Ming Dynasty (1533 AD), the temple began honoring Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang instead. Throughout the Tang and Song dynasties, renowned poets such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Bai Juyi, and Liu Yuxi visited, resided, or served as officials here, leaving behind numerous immortal poems, earning it the reputation as the “City of Poetry.” After the Three Gorges Dam project raised the water level to 175 m, the White Emperor City, now surrounded by water on all sides, has become a “green island” in the “high gorge flat lake.”Qutang Gorge, adjacent to Baidi City, spans 8 km and combines grandeur, wonder, danger, and steepness as the shortest, narrowest, and most perilous section of the Three Gorges. On its northern bank at Chijia Mountain, visitors can explore three cultural sites—Laoguanmiao, Daxi, and Wushan Ape Man—along with attractions like the Laoguanmiao signal tower, Chijia Tower, ancient cannon platforms, cliffside plank roads, and hanging coffins in Fengxiang Gorge. The southern Baiyan Mountain features remnants of Mengliang Ladder’s ancient path, cliff carvings, Rhinoceros Gazing at the Moon Peak, and Ape Man Peak—showcasing 2 million years of China’s human development history.Kuimen, also known as Qutang Pass, is a spectacular sight within the Qutang Gorge, renowned as “the most majestic under heaven.” Located at the western entrance of Qutang Gorge, it has historically been a strategic military stronghold, guarding the passage between Bashu in the west and Jingchu in the east. The towering cliffs on both banks rise steeply like axes and knives, standing upright with the mighty Yangtze River flowing through the middle. The narrow gorge forms a natural gate, locking the river within its embrace—this is Kuimen. Celebrated for its grandeur, Kuimen was praised in ancient times as “the most majestic gate under heaven” and is now honored as “China’s gateway of landscapes.” It is featured on the background of the CNY 10 note in the fifth series of RMB.
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Chongqing Two Rivers Cruise
If you have not viewed Chongqing’s night view, you haven’t been to Chongqing. The night view of Chongqing is stunning and magical. The city is situated at the convergence of the Yangtze and Jialiang River. Taking a night cruise along this two rivers is a classic way to feel the magnitude and pulse of the city. During the cruise ride, you will pass by many famous landmarks and appreciate the unique geographical features of the city. The two rivers wrap around the inner city and divide urban Chongqing into several districts interconnected by bridges. The city itself spreads out high up into the mountains creating a multi-dimensional cityscape, resulting in intertwining roads, overpasses and LRT lines.
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EYE IN THE CLOUDS
Stand higher, see more, the view changes with altitude, endless scenery awaits at high altitudes.”Peak of the Mountain City · Eye of Chongqing” Yangtze River Cableway Sky View Deck is a gathering place for urban landscapes from a divine perspective and a popular photography spot in Chongqing’s photography circle. It also features “Cloud Radio” and “Cloud Blessing” projects.From the 67th floor indoor observation deck and the 72nd floor helipad observation deck, visitors can enjoy a 360° unobstructed panoramic view of Chongqing’s urban forest and the scenery along both rivers. During the day, gaze up at the vast blue sky and look down at the endless cityscape. At night, marvel at the starry sky above and the glittering city lights below, offering a unique “Skywalker” experience in this city in the sky.