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City Map of Chongqing China

Chongqing Municipality

Chongqing is the largest and most populous in the four municipalities directly under the Central Government with a total area of over 82,400 square kilometers and over 30.9 million people. Situated in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers in southwest China, it has been a port city for decades. Besides, the Yangtze River Cruise has become the most attractive spot in the area.

Enjoying a long history with more than 3000 years, many Dynasties have set up administrative institutions that have endowed the city with brilliant historical and cultural relics. Perched beside the Yangtze, the "Golden River," Chongqing symbolizes Yangtze River civilizations and is the cradle of Bayu culture. Today, Chongqing is a modern city with beautiful and fashionable elements everywhere. The unique Yangtze Three Gorges Dam and its advantageous location earn Chongqing as the commercial city in China.

Location and Topography of Chongqing

Located on the edge of the Yungui Plateau, Chongqing is intersected by the Jialing River and the upper reaches of the Yangtze. It contains Daba Shan in the north, Wu Shan in the east, Wuling Shan in the southeast, and Dalou Mountain to the south. It is very hilly and mountainous.

At the confluence of the Yangtze River and Jialing River, Chongqing abounds waters system to develop its economy and tourism.

Climate of Chongqing

Chongqing has a humid subtropical climate, with the two-season monsoonal variations typical of South Asia. Chongqing's summers are among the hottest in China, as high as 43°C, with an average high of 35°C in August. Winters are fairly mild, but damp and overcast; average January highs are 9°C. It's best to visit the city during spring, autumn and winter.

Transportation in Chongqing

Railways in Chongqing

Two main Railways Stations in Chongqing are Chongqing Railway Station and the Shapingba Railway Station with trains connecting Chongqing with all the major cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanning, Guilin, as well as the main attractions within or surrounding Chongqing.

Highways in Chongqing

There are about eight bus stations in Chongqing which makes travelling from here very convenient.

Airways in Chongqing

Currently, Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) has 58 domestic and foreign city connections and 70 foreign and domestic airlines operate scheduled flights to Chongqing. Except for Hohhot in Inner Mongolia, all the capital cities of China’s provinces have connections to Chongqing. With flights between Chongqing and foreign cities such as Seoul, Tokyo, Nagoya, Bangkok, Munich, and Dusseldorf, tourists can easily reach Chongqing by plane.

Waterways in Chongqing

Chongqing is the best starting point for a Yangtze River Cruise. Taking a cruise ship from Chongqing down the Yangtze River to Wuhan Yichang is now a popular tourist trip. Tourists can take the ship at Chongqing Chaotianmen Dock to reach Yichang, Hankou, Shanghai, Nanjing, etc.

Travel & Sightseeing in Chongqing

Chongqing attracts and allures visitors from abroad and home with its beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural relics. The Three Gorges of Yangtze River and Jialing River are not just a natural wonder of spectacular sceneries, but areas surrounded by rich cultural heritages and fantastic legends, consisting of Dazu Rock Carvings, Porcelain Village (Ci Qi Kou), General Joseph Warren Stilwell Museum(chief commander of US forces during WWⅡ), Three Gorges and the Yangtze River Cruise, the Northern Hot Springs Park and People's Assembly Hall.

The famous Chongqing hotpot boasts a long history. Street vendors as well as restaurants feature exciting spicy delicacies for the adventurers.

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