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Overlooking Chongqing

Mighty and dynamic momentum

When you thumbs up and like Chongqing

The skyscrapers in the mother city of Yuzhong should also receive such admiration

It is these tall buildings that allow us to stand at the commanding heights of the city

Insight into the overall picture of urban development

since then

Look straight at the flowing clouds

Chasing the sunrise and sunset

Cloud, literally understood, refers to the depths of white clouds floating in the azure sky, and the peak of clouds where airplanes fly. In Yuzhong, the mother city of Chongqing, the term 'cloud' has been given even more meaning.

As is well known, Chongqing is a mountainous city, especially its mother city Yuzhong, which is a three-dimensional city. The terrain endows Yuzhong with the most beautiful sense of hierarchy and scenery. Almost every outsider will be amazed by the terrain here when they first enter Yuzhong: skyscrapers grow layer by layer along the mountains along the Jialing River and the Yangtze River, reaching into the sky; The bridges on the river and the overpasses on land crisscross and spiral upwards, creating a dazzling yet unique scenery

And these towering skyscrapers standing at the core of the city form the skyline of Yuzhong. Standing on them, overlooking the entire Yuzhong, one's heart is suddenly filled with boldness and tenderness, looking up at the vast blue sky in the daytime and bowing down to the continuous buildings; At night, the stars above the head are brilliant, and the lights of thousands of homes are shining underfoot. Standing here feels like the entire Yuzhong is at your feet.

This is the cloud in Yuzhong District, which is also the cloud described in our article.

Image provided by United International

At the 2022 CCTV Spring Festival Gala, the Cloud Eye Observation Platform located in Chongqing United International Building showcased the landscape Tai Chi "Flowing Clouds and Water". This martial arts program, which is twinkling, is selected from landmark high-rise buildings in China's most representative international metropolis. The shooting points in three places are Chongqing Cloud Eye, Shanghai center and Guangzhou Tower.

By the side of Xingyun, in front of flowing water, Taiji Circle turns on the top floor of United International Building. Yang Dezhan, the founder of Shadow Jianghu and the 13th generation descendant of Chen's Tai Chi, performed the Tai Chi martial arts of tiger and tiger, and the magnificent mountain and city scenery was also presented in front of the camera. Standing on the "cloud" overlooking Chongqing, the view is broad and the scenery is spectacular and magnificent. The integration of mountains, waters, and the city, while magnificent, appears particularly gentle.

Image provided by United International

United International, Raffles City, WFC... These stunning cloud scenery in the minds of foreign tourists are the daily routine of Chongqing people.

Photography by Li Hao

Photography by Li Hao

The skyscrapers form a cloud like pearl chain in Yuzhong - towering buildings like pearls string together the entire skyline of Yuzhong. Whether it's their modern and magnificent facades, observation decks overlooking the mountains and rivers, or even restaurants or hotels dotted with stars, they showcase the temperament and tone of the entire city.

As we mentioned earlier, when you give a thumbs up to like Chongqing, the skyscrapers in the mother city of Yuzhong should also receive such praise.

It is these high-rise buildings that allow us to stand at the high ground of the city and gain insight into the overall development of the city.

From then on, my gaze was fixed on the flowing clouds, chasing after the sunrise and sunset.

Now, welcome to Yunyun Yuzhong.

Photography: Ghostly Traces

The excellent scenery of Yuzhong in the clouds

1. Cloud Eye in the United International Spring Festival Gala

Key points: Cloud based in the core area of the main city, Eye of the Clouds · High altitude observation deck, filming location for CCTV Spring Festival Gala's "Flowing Clouds and Waters"

Number of physical floors: 67 floors

Love Height: 520 meters

Image provided by United International

United International, located at No. 201, Xinhua Road, Monument to the people's Liberation, Yuzhong District, is one of the three national stages for the shooting of the program "Flowing Clouds and Flowing Water" at the 2022 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. This is a Grade A office building with an altitude of 520 meters.

The CCTV Spring Festival Gala program team installed slides and rocker arms in the high-altitude Eye of the Clouds, combined with high-altitude and ground shooting, and spent three whole days filming. During those days, although it was cloudy and rainy in Chongqing, the clouds and mist were swirling around, giving it a unique flavor.

If other skyscrapers are located in the clouds, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, they have emerged. The United International Building is completely different. It has entered the WTO and reflects the development and prosperity of the city.

Strictly speaking, this is the second time it has captured the attention - when it was officially launched in 2009, it dominated the headlines of major media outlets at 67 floors and an altitude of 520 meters.

Image provided by United International

Nowadays, this high-rise building, named United International Building, continues to record the glory of Yuzhong Cloud. The design of the observation platform "Eye of the Cloud" here is very contemporary. As you climb up the newly built red staircase along the rooftop, the sensory stimulation becomes more and more obvious, and the more you feel the stunning Yuzhong Peninsula.

The Monument to the people's Liberation is at your feet, and the ups and downs of the city are more obvious on the top of the high-rise buildings. Since more than 10 years ago, all eyes that want to see Chongqing have been awakened here.

Image provided by United International

Unlike the observation decks built in recent years, the circular "Eye in the Clouds" provides a wider panoramic view, making a 360 degree bird's-eye view of Chongqing a unique experience. The Yuzhong Peninsula beneath our feet, facing the Twin Towers across the river, offers a panoramic view of the prosperity of Jiangbeizui. With a focused gaze, we can see the whole picture, and these buildings combine countless details of the city. Overall, there is a mix of cutting-edge and avant-garde, as well as a blend of old and quiet beauty, with no room for improvement.

Compared with the more popular glass curtain walls or steel structure fences nowadays, the protective fence on the top of the Union International Building has a special industrial style. The green floor is matched with a red railing, which is colorful, simple in form, and does not block wind. The wind of the high-rise building rolls over the skirt corner, giving a unique and stimulating floating feeling.

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Many photographers incorporate the red railing into their shots when filming on rooftops, making it a bright or dazzling urban landscape, imbuing Chongqing with a strong urban feel at all times.

This is probably the skyscraper observation deck that has received the most tourists, and it is the only "suspended" place in the main city of Chongqing that offers a panoramic view of the city's scenery. The city unfolds like a scroll, its beauty is indescribable, and the insignificance of travelers ultimately cannot be described. Mountains, rivers, and streams are full of emotions, with clouds rolling and relaxing, standing shoulder to shoulder with the building.

Consumer Strategy——

Sightseeing place: United International Building, No. 201, Xinhua Road, Monument to the people's Liberation Business District, Yuzhong District

Sightseeing Platform Scenic Spot: Monument to the people's Liberation Pedestrian Street

Business hours: 9:30-22:00, no entry at 21:30

Price: Ticket 68 yuan/person (the elevator inside the building provides direct access to the 47th floor of the ticket purchasing floor before transferring)

Note: Please pay attention to safety when taking photos of the red staircase of the observation network

Best camera position: internet famous red staircase corner+green space red railing flat view

2. 360 ° unobstructed view of the world on WFC

Core Tip: The highest building in the western region, Yunyun, and Huixian Tower pick stars

Number of physical floors: 75 floors

Altitude: 590 meters

Image provided by WFC Observation Deck Photography: Bubble

In 2012, WFC was grandly completed and became the tallest building at that time. In 2017, the WFC observation deck was officially opened to the public.

High buildings in Chongqing are urban tourism projects that gather essence. Climbing up a tall building, there is no need to tell the history of the past, no need for entertainment projects, exquisite and calm, without exaggeration or embellishment, the grand landscape is presented directly and unreservedly in front of you. Unlike other tourism projects, not saying or doing anything is enough to make people obsessed, scream, admire, and linger.

Just like WFC, on the 74th floor of Huixian Tower, high-performance telescopes are installed in all four directions. On a clear day, you can see the two rivers and four banks of Chongqing, while on a rainy day, you can appreciate the magical mountain city shrouded in clouds and mist. From the four directions of southeast, northwest, and north, overlooking New Chongqing, one can have a panoramic view of Jiangbeizui, Chaotianmen, and the Yangtze River Cableway. There are precious old photos on the 74th floor showing the past and present of Huixian Tower and the map of Chongqing since the early Qing Dynasty, which are worth savoring carefully.

This is the unique glory of WFC, standing at the very center of the city, surrounded by various skyscrapers, making it particularly dazzling. The warmth and love at the top of Chongqing are the flowing lights of a billion level urban landscape, and the embrace of the emerald clouds.

Photography by Fan Xiaodong

The pure white spiral staircase, pure white angel wings, the recently opened 75th floor with a vast view at an altitude of 590 meters, and a 360 ° unobstructed gaze towards Chongqing... are all the best choices for "convex shapes".

Catching the confluence of the two rivers and looking at the Monument to the people's Liberation, which is the heart and the most prosperous place of Chongqing. Looking at Chongqing from afar, the winding mountains are just right, and the flow of the river is also interesting. The natural scenery and the growth of the city blend together, and it is particularly exquisite and gorgeous.

Image provided by WFC Observation Deck Photography by Wang Zhi

Looking down at this city from WFC, you will feel that the lights and night scenery of the Yuzhong Peninsula are truly unforgettable. The city is three-dimensional with deep contours, and the terrain endows Chongqing with the most beautiful sense of hierarchy and scenery. The observation platform adopts the latest steel frame construction technology, with no glass cover around. With a slight tilt of the body, one can immerse themselves in the clouds, stimulating and trembling, and this cloud based experience is full of ethereal romance.

Image provided by WFC Observation Deck

When the lights are on, you can see the brilliant lights on the banks of the two rivers, the flickering neon lights, and the endless flow of cars merging with the waiting streetlights, pulling out a wire like arc of light. It seems like you can finally stand outside the world and gaze at this city,

Beautiful enough to make people scream!

Image provided by WFC Observation Deck Photography by Zhang Kunkun

Consumer Strategy——

Viewing location: WFC Observation Deck, No. 188 Minzu Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing

Observation Deck Scenic Spots: The entire Yuzhong Peninsula, Two Rivers and Four Banks, Nanshan Mountain

Business hours: 9:30-21:30 (closing at 21:00)

Price: 120 yuan/person

Best camera position: WFC73-74th floor Huixian Tower rotating escalator+glass curtain wall+75th floor fully outdoor high-altitude platform

Core Tip: Cloud at the Intersection of Two Rivers, Crystal Corridor, Strolling in the Clouds, Intersection of Two Rivers

Number of physical floors: Residential 73 floors, observation deck on 42 floors

Altitude: 450 meters

Image provided by Fushi Exploration Cabin Observation Deck

On January 14, 2019, with the final section of the curtain wall successfully lifted to a height of 250 meters, the Raffles Crystal Corridor was fully closed. It is not only a skyscraper, but also a horizontal skyscraper on top of a skyscraper. Since the first steel structure lifting of the Crystal Corridor was launched at the end of 2017, domestic and foreign media such as CCTV, France's Channel 2, and the Daily Mail have paid attention to it. Due to the construction difficulty and engineering highlights of this building, it has repeatedly set a precedent for high-rise buildings in China.

Image provided by Fushi Exploration Cabin Observation Deck

This building has a unique charm - a broad sky above surrounds 360 degrees. The rolling river flows eastward at 270 degrees. Only at this moment can you truly understand the word 'Chaotian' in 'Chaotian Gate'.

The curved crystal corridor lying horizontally on top of the four main buildings of Raffles City connects the four buildings into one. Nearly 50 species of tropical and subtropical plants are mixed together, with a maximum height of 9 meters and a strong rainforest atmosphere. There are 5 Mars themed exhibition areas, which look particularly high-tech and contemporary from a high altitude. However, these are only appetizers, and the outdoor observation deck is the last stop of the exploration module.

Image provided by Fushi Exploration Cabin Observation Deck

The terrace with an area of approximately 410 square meters is the best viewing point for the city skyline. Here, you can not only overlook the entire skyline of the city, but also the lush South Mountain opposite and the confluence of the two rivers at your feet.

Photography by Forrest Gump

The exhibition on the changes in the origin of Chongqing city is held at the entrance of the observation deck, and the origins of ancient place names such as "Nine Open, Eight Closed, and Seventeen Doors" are also unveiled here. Many people are willing to bring their elderly and children here to explore the ancient secrets of Chongqing.

Image provided by Fushi Exploration Cabin Observation Deck

If you want to play Heartbeat, Skywalk is enough to make your heart and soul tremble, with a large secretion of adrenaline - many brave warriors and extreme sports enthusiasts gather here to practice dizzying high difficulty movements on the clouds of Yuzhong.

Stepping on the top of the city, from near to far, beneath your feet are the Grand Theater at the confluence of the two rivers, Nanbin Road, and Hongyadong; Looking around, there are Nanshan and Chaotianmen Bridge; The road stretches endlessly, and the vehicles flow on the road.

Photography by Fan Xiaodong

This is a brand new experience for Chongqing. The semicircular suspended glass 250 meters high from the ground can provide a panoramic view of the most prosperous urban landscape in Chongqing - under the glass, the Yangtze River and the Jialing River meet here, and there is a clear line between them. The skyscrapers rise at the bottom of the feet. The traffic trunk road of Monument to the people's Liberation is like a dense blood vessel, extending in all directions. The traffic flows like ants on the ground. Chaotianmen Dock is parked with huge cruise ships.

It seems to be all of this, yet it also seems to be more.

Image provided by Fushi Exploration Cabin Observation Deck

It's about seeing clouds in the sky, drifting to a certain place and then dispersing, seeing the faces of mountains, the skeleton of rivers, seeing the insignificance of people, seeing one's past life wandering through those spider web like city roads, and empathizing with every moment of one's own growth process.

Consumer Strategy——

Viewing location: Raffles Exploration Cabin · Observation Deck+Cloud Walk

Observation Deck Scenic Spots: Glorious City, Intersection of Two Rivers

Business hours: 10:00-22:00, no entry at 21:00

Price: The ticket for the Raffles Exploration Cabin and Observation Deck is 120 yuan per person, while the package for the Raffles Exploration Cabin, Observation Deck, and Cloud Walk is 180 yuan per person (excluding holidays); Children aged 6-14 enjoy discounted ticket prices; Children under 1.2 meters or 6 years old are free of charge; Students can enjoy discounted ticket prices with their student ID card; Elderly people aged 70 and above can enjoy discounted ticket prices with their senior citizen card or ID card; Military credentials can be used to purchase military tickets on site.

Best Camera Location: Observation Deck+Cloud Walk+22nd Floor SHUA Sky Garden Bar Glass Floor+InterContinental Hotel Lobby

Cloud based lifestyle in Yuzhong

1. Living in the Cloud

Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

The Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel is located in Chaotianmen Square, a well-known scenic spot in Chongqing, with beautiful views of the Yangtze River and Jialing River. The hotel lobby is located on the 42nd floor pedestrian bridge, connecting 380 luxurious guest rooms with the horizontal skyscraper "Crystal Corridor". The corridor integrates a 250 meter high-altitude observation deck and luxurious dining. The 2000 square meter conference space is designed with floor to ceiling glass, integrating travelers' activities with outdoor scenery.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

The lobby on the 42nd floor is filled with lush trees, which are transparent and elegant. The room is filled with a romantic atmosphere, with floor to ceiling glass windows that offer a panoramic view of the beautiful mountains, rivers, and cities.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

Chongqing Ascott Raffles City Service Apartment

The Ascott Raffles City Service Apartment in Chongqing offers a picturesque view of the Yangtze River, where the bustling Nanbin Road and the lush greenery of Nanshan are intertwined. Looking down at the river, several cruise ships are anchored on the shore; On the other side is the Jialing River, where towering buildings stand tall on both sides of the river. At night, when neon lights shine, they exude a magical sense of science fiction.

Image provided by Chongqing Ascott Raffles City Service Apartment

WFC Chongqing Lishui Hotel, Hyatt Select brand

Chongqing Lishui Hotel is located on the 69th floor of Chongqing World Financial Center (WFC) at a height of 300 meters. All rooms are river view rooms. The 270 degree view is out of the window, and the confluence of the Yangtze River and Jialing River can also be seen. The trendy design and convenient transportation have become the first choice for young people who love fashion trends, making it often difficult to find a room here.

The picture is provided by Chongqing Lisui Hotel and Hyatt Select brand

Chongqing Monument to the people's Liberation Westin Hotel

The Westin, located at 222 Xinhua Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, can be regarded as the flagship store of Westin hotels in China. With a building height of 260 meters, the hotel is located on the 34th to 47th floors, with the lobby on the 51st floor and the executive lounge from the 50th floor to the 52nd floor. The suspended design is stunning, and the 54th floor is the Westin hotel's swimming pool. When it is open at night, just take a quick photo and it will be a big shot.

Picture provided by Westin Monument to the people's Liberation Hotel, Chongqing

2. Eating on the Cloud

Sky Garden Botanical Heavy Forest Restaurant

This is simply a theme park, a majestic glass observation deck. The position of the floor to ceiling glass edge can be described as stunning, with blue skies and white clouds outside the window, vast rivers and layers of urban skyscrapers beneath the feet, offering a panoramic view of the city's prosperity. It can be regarded as the tallest and most panoramic high-altitude restaurant in Chongqing so far.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

JINGMining Room& Sky Garden; Bar Jing Restaurant and Bar

Specially developed by Michelin chefs, Chinese afternoon tea transforms into a bar in the evening. The afternoon tea in Jingdian Restaurant has a high face value. The matching Dim sum can be salty or sweet, each of which is charming and charming, and has a rich level and taste. A set of more than 300 afternoon tea for two, including more than 10 delicious and delicate Dim sum, was developed by chef Hakksan of Michelin Restaurant, and integrated with precious ingredients such as abalone, Heniu, cat mountain king durian, etc. As night falls, this place transforms into a dynamic bar.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

Westin Hotel Jinyaoxuan Hot Pot

Eating hotpot in a suspended glass house is one of the most romantic marriage proposal destinations in the country.

The Westin Jin Yao Xuan Hot Pot runs from the 53rd floor to the 55th floor, with an extended glass house on the 53rd floor. The fully tempered glass structure allows couples to book a two person set meal here, which is incredibly romantic.

Picture provided by Westin Monument to the people's Liberation Hotel, Chongqing

Sky Fin, 58th Floor, HNA Poly Tower

More than 170 types of fresh seafood are air freighted to the store every day. SKYFIN Sky Fin · borderless cuisine with a panoramic view of the entire river, located at an altitude of over 500 meters, allows for a 360 degree reading of Chongqing amidst the morning and evening sounds of the river in Yuzhong. More than 170 types of seafood are air freighted to the store every day, with a focus on sashimi, which can basically meet all your needs for seafood.

WFC69th Floor Gentleman Restaurant

The design of the restaurant draws inspiration from the four elements of rain and fog in the mountains and forests, with green plants as the main element, imbuing the environment with vibrant vitality. The pendant lamp design originated from Chongqing city flowers; As for the food, there are countless options: Iberian ham, truffle chocolate cloud stone foie gras embryo, caviar crispy Spanish suckling pig, white truffle cream cheese baked Australian baby dragon. The most commendable aspect of this restaurant is not only the richness of its cuisine, but also its natural location and height, creating stunning views without any blind spots.

The picture is provided by Chongqing Lisui Hotel and Hyatt Select brand

3. Playing in the Cloud

WFC69th Floor Morning Lounge

The Dim sum of afternoon tea in the Asahi Lounge has planted grass for many couples in Chongqing. The environment is good and the photos are beautiful. More importantly, the afternoon tea snacks here are especially delicious. I personally recommend blackcurrant brownie, matcha caramel mousse, scones, grapefruit lemon puffs, and even the most standard three-layer rack for morning and evening afternoon tea, all of which are rare pastries.

The picture is provided by Chongqing Lisui Hotel and Hyatt Select brand

WFC70 Cloud Bar WINGS · Sky Bar

Nighttime cities must climb high, as WINGS · Sky Bar on the top floor of the Global Financial Center offers an excellent panoramic view of the city. This is the tallest bar in the western region, with excellent bar zoning. On one side, there is an area that seamlessly integrates with the stage, with plenty of performances and games. Micro entertainment can release passion, while on the other side, there is a quiet area for enjoying the night view and chatting. At 9:30, there will be a singer performance, and the live performance on site complements the Chongqing city under the night sky.

Image provided by WINGS · Sky Bar Photography: Light Rain

Sky Garden Restaurant · Horizon View

The viewing bar is located at the elevator exit on the 42nd floor, and the overall environment has a feeling of a green fairy tale - the iron holly tree stands at the entrance, and the gray sofa seat is right in front of the 250 meter glass curtain wall. This means that every cup of tea you drink and every Dim sum you eat will enter your heart with the stars, the sky, the river and the city we live in. The main product of the bar is western afternoon tea, named after Horizon, which can be changed from time to time according to seasons and festivals. It can be cool and cute. There is no doubt that the appearance and taste of each Dim sum are both online - in fact, they are so beautiful that you are even reluctant to eat them.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

Sky Garden Restaurant · The MAVEN

Hangba is a bar that operates at an altitude of 250 meters at night. The Hangba is divided into three areas, and entering the bar leads to the red wine area, which specializes in New World red wines with relatively high levels of popularity; The innermost part is whiskey bar, whether it's Su Wei or Ri Wei, the quality is of the highest choice; The deeper the night, the higher the richness and alcohol content.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

Sky Garden Restaurant Play Shua Bar

Shuai is known as a magical landmark for young people's travel in Chongqing, achieving a wonderful balance between restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Shua Bar provides carefully crafted food and drinks; The central location of the club is decorated with a comfortable and freehand bar, with exquisite and high-end facilities that showcase its elegance and fashion everywhere. The interior features a translucent red and vintage gold design, which has won numerous awards. Its stunning terrace landscape, eye-catching glass walkways, and internationally renowned audio system are all breathtaking.

'Play' aims to lead the new trend of nightlife music, handcrafted cocktails, a variety of whiskies, and creative Asian cuisine. When night falls, raise your glasses together and dance to the rhythm.

Image provided by Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel

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Text | Lian'er Ye

Layout | Seven Orange Peel Salted Plum Blossoms

Picture | Provided by United International, Raffles Sightseeing Platform · Exploratory Warehouse, WFC Sightseeing Platform, Chongqing Raffles Intercontinental Hotel, Chongqing Ascott Raffles Service Apartment, Chongqing Lishui Hotel · Hyatt Zhenxuan Brand, Chongqing Monument to the people's Liberation Westin Hotel, WINGS · Sky Bar, Li Hao, Ghost Trace, Fan Xiaodong, Zhang Kunkun, Forrest Gump, Wang Zhi, Bubble

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