Chaotianmen Square

I never expected Raffles City to have so many photo spots📍 I was truly shocked!! A few locals came together to check in at the new tourist spot developed by outsiders hhh - There are three check-in spots in total📍 The ultimate guide starts now～ ▪️Cyber Skyscraper Take the elevator🛗 in Raffles City mall to the outdoor area on the 1st floor (not L1) Right behind where the sightseeing elevator exits is where you'll find it～ This spot is perfect for taking wide-angle shots with your phone, it's super cool!! ▪️108 Steps Inside the Mall Enter from Gate 8 on the L1 level, it's right between Nayuki and Ugg, I suggest taking a top-down shot from above, It feels more like a blockbuster movie scene📷 ▪️Chaotianmen Square Kilometer Zero You must 🉐 come here to check in ahhhhhh It's the 'Kilometer Zero' starting point of Chongqing, a true landmark of the city!! Right outside Gate 8 on the L1 level, on the ground of Chaotianmen Square, You must use a wide-angle lens for the best effect!! - 📍Raffles City Chongqing

Chaotianmen Square, located at the Chaotianmen Dock in Yuzhong District of Chongqing, is the water gateway of Chongqing. This place, where two rivers converge and surrounded by mountains on three sides, is majestic. The name 'Chongqing Chaotianmen Square' was personally inscribed by Jiang Zemin, who was the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China at the time. In 1891, when Chongqing was opened as a commercial port, Chaotianmen began to establish a customs office. In 1927, in order to build the Chaotianmen Dock, the old city gate was demolished. At the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, Dai Ding expanded the old city of Chongqing. During this process, he built 17 city gates according to the numerology of the Nine Palaces and Eight Trigrams, among which the largest was Chaotianmen. The gate originally had four large characters inscribed on it: 'Ancient Yuzhong's Majestic Pass'. This gate was built along the eastward-flowing Yangtze River, facing the imperial capital Nanjing, to welcome the imperial envoys and receive imperial decrees, hence the name 'Chaotianmen'. To the left of Chaotianmen is the Jialing River, which flows into the Yangtze River here. Passing through the Three Gorges and connecting to the Han River, it stretches for thousands of miles, forming the 'golden water section' of the Yangtze River. Address: Changjiang Binjiang Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing Chaotianmen Square

The wide river surface suddenly darkens, that's the stingy sunset hastily taking back the last trace of afterglow. Chaotianmen, wisely, embraces the night. Gone are the leisurely morning exercises of the citizens at dawn, gone are the bustling tourists during the day. Logically, Chaotianmen should be at rest after nightfall. However, at this moment, Chaotianmen is even more lively than during the day. Don't believe it? Look: 'Chaotian sails', the Raffles City Chongqing, composed of 8 super high-rise towers, 6 commercial podiums and 3 basements, shines like a crystal palace under the light, bursting with modern fashion. On one side is the neon flashing chaos of the world, on the other side is the quiet and serene river flow, they are like enlightened old monks, indifferent to fame and disgrace, letting time pass by. Are the people strolling leisurely on the riverbank contemplating their current life in the night, or are they longing for the refreshing breeze of the river? Or are they reminiscing about their past in the face of the scenery? The grey river surface gradually becomes dazzling. Tour boats with various eye-catching slogans are slowly cruising in the river, bringing a touch of bright red to the dark green water, like flowers and silk. The men and women on the deck and the side of the ship, what kind of worldly love and lingering thoughts are they whispering? Perhaps, they are just listening attentively to the Yangtze River telling the winding path treaded by the trackers over hundreds of years, the once grandeur of the 'Ancient Yuzhong Pass' and the unpredictable national legends that happened on the dock in the historical years. Chaotianmen Square.

Why choose the Victoria Katarina? The Victoria Katarina is a cruise ship of the Victoria Cruises company and a sister ship to the Victoria Jenna. It operates between Chongqing and Yichang or Yichang and Chongqing. The American Victoria series adopts American-style management and humanized service, making it one of the best fleets in terms of both hardware and software service quality on the Yangtze River. It also enjoys high customer satisfaction, earning the loyalty of many travelers. Specific itinerary: 🛳️ Chongqing → Yichang (4 days 3 nights) D1: Chongqing D2: Zhongxian (Shibaozhai), Fengdu (Fengdu Ghost City) D3: Fengjie (Baidi City, Qutang Gorge), Wushan (Shennv Stream, Wuxi) D4: Yichang (Three Gorges Dam; Ship Lift) Included attractions: Shibaozhai, Shennv Stream, Three Gorges Dam Optional attractions: Fengdu Ghost City, Baidi City, and Ship Lift, each costing around 290 RMB/person/attraction, voluntary consumption without forced spending. The Yichang to Chongqing route is 5 days and 4 nights, with the same attractions. The upstream journey includes an additional optional attraction (Three Gorges Family). 【1】Rich entertainment activities on board 🌼 There are karaoke, Tai Chi classes, calligraphy and seal carving demonstrations, Chinese painting performances, folk culture shows, and an entertainment room offering mahjong, chess, Go, a gym, professional massages, satellite communication, TV, and movie systems, as well as a variety of gourmet dishes. 【2】Abundant highlights, never a dull moment 🌼 1. Visit Fengdu Ghost City, the hometown of Chinese divine comedy 2. Tour the Shibaozhai, one of the world's eight architectural wonders 3. Admire the majestic Qutang Gorge 4. Explore the picturesque Shennv Stream 5. Appreciate the magnificent and beautiful scenery of Xiling Gorge 6. Visit the grand and magnificent Three Gorges Dam 7. Tour the famous Baidi City in the Three Gorges 【3】Economical and cost-effective 🌼 If you want to take your parents and children to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Three Gorges Room types include: Balcony Standard Room | Executive Standard Room | Deluxe Suite | Shangri-La Suite The ship's structure, decoration design, star rating, and harmonious interaction with the landscape and people on board are all in perfect harmony.

The Yangtze River originates from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and flows into the East China Sea, stretching for thousands of miles. If you want to choose a section that has both natural scenery and cultural landscapes, it must be the Chongqing-Yichang section. This section of the river passes through Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Xiling Gorge. Nature has created the towering Kui Gate and the dynamic San You Cave, while our ancestors have left historical sites such as Zhang Fei Temple, Baidi City, and Shibaozhai. Additionally, the legend of the Goddess of Wushan shines brightly. Today, the Three Gorges Dam has written a new chapter of 'high gorges out of flat lakes,' continuing the story of the Yangtze River's natural and cultural landscapes. Traveling from Chongqing to Yichang, there are two routes to choose from. One is by land, starting from Chongqing, along the G42 Shanghai-Chengdu Expressway, passing through Fuling District, Yunyang County, Fengjie County, Wushan County, Zigui County, and finally arriving in Yichang. The other is by water, taking a boat from Chaotianmen Wharf in Chongqing, sailing downstream along the Yangtze River, stopping at Fuling District, Fengdu County, Zhong County, Yunyang County, Wushan County, Zigui County, passing through the Three Gorges Dam, and finally arriving in Yichang. Taking the water route is more convenient, allowing you to visit Zhang Fei Temple, Fengdu Ghost City, Daning River in Wushan, Baidi City, Qu Yuan's hometown, and more along the way. Taking the land route offers more freedom in planning your itinerary. You can design your route based on actual conditions, such as driving to the top of the Three Gorges or staying a few extra days in Wushan County to experience the immigrant culture of the Three Gorges region.

Almost every Chinese knows about the Three Gorges, where there are the ultimate canyon landscapes and fascinating stories, consistently listed in 'National Geographic' as a must-visit place in a lifetime, The Three Gorges have always been on my wish list, and this year I finally found the opportunity to visit here, Taking a luxury cruise down the Yangtze River, I experienced what Li Bai described as 'the light boat has passed through thousands of mountains', I really regret not coming earlier! . 🚢 Itinerary DAY1: Boarding at Chaotianmen Pier in Chongqing ☑️ Captain's welcome dinner, enjoying the night view of the mountain city Chongqing on the deck DAY2: Fengdu Ghost City ➠ Zhong County's Three Kingdoms Smoke Signals (at your own expense) ☑️ A rare ghost culture tour area in China, gained a lot of knowledge under the guidance of the tour guide; watched a live performance at night, with high-tech sound, light, and electricity, telling the story of Guan Yu DAY3: Baidi City (at your own expense) ➠ Qutang Gorge ➠ Wu Gorge ➠ Goddess Stream ☑️ The best day for scenery, all the highlights of the Three Gorges are here, with commentary at Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, and you can also visit the filming location of the 10 RMB note at Baidi City DAY4: Maoping Pier in Yichang ➠ Three Gorges Dam/Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (at your own expense) ☑️ Close-up visit to the Three Gorges Dam before disembarking, ending the trip . 🔹 Taking a cruise is the best way to experience the Three Gorges, staying on the cruise the whole time, with the opportunity to enjoy the view at any time during the journey, and disembarking to visit the attractions, the itinerary is very well arranged without the need for self-planning; 🔹 I set off in mid-September, the Three Gorges were still in summer, with green mountains, frequent rain, and misty clouds, very ethereal; it is said that in October, you can see the mountains covered with red leaves, which is also very beautiful! 🔹 Visiting the Three Gorges is simple, mainly about choosing the ship and direction, similar to choosing a hotel, if you want a better experience, choose the more expensive one, I took the 'Century Glory', a huge cruise ship that is very stable and advanced, and the staff are very friendly and good-looking! I boarded in Chongqing and disembarked in Yichang, a 4-day and 3-night downstream journey, if it's upstream, it would be 5 days and 4 nights; 🔹 There are many delicious foods on the ship and they are different every day, I really enjoyed eating, and the quality of various alcoholic beverages is also excellent. . ‼️ Some tips for visiting the Three Gorges ➊ A good cruise ship runs very smoothly and without noise, you can't even feel that it's moving, so don't worry about seasickness; ➋ It is recommended to choose a room with a window view, you can see the landscape of the Three Gorges from your own room, which is wonderful; ➌ There are plenty of activities on the cruise, including bars, chess and card rooms, KTV, game machines, reading rooms, etc., you won't feel bored, but time will fly; ➍ You can freely choose the attractions to visit when disembarking according to your own physical condition, you don't have to participate in the whole journey, which will be much more relaxed; ➎ According to the staff on the ship, the Century Cruise's Chongqing to Shanghai route will set sail in October! Traveling through half of China along the Yangtze River, this experience will be memorable for a long time! Interested friends can pay attention.

Three Gorges Interstellar Apollo |  With such high looks, it's hard not to love!          Recently, I took my parents on a Three Gorges cruise, choosing the Interstellar Apollo cruise ship. I didn't expect it to have such high looks at such an ordinary price, it was truly stunning! ◎ The cruise ship's decor is modern and minimalist, without too many complex decorations. It's bright, clean, simple, and comfortable! ◎ We chose a 26㎡ balcony standard room, which has two 0.9m*2m single beds plus a sofa bed. It's not crowded for a family of three, and it's convenient to take care of parents. ◎ As for meals, we had buffets every day. Although it's not gourmet food, the variety is rich and the taste is good. ◎ The itinerary is relaxed, with guides accompanying us on shore excursions, explaining the attractions seriously. They have a good attitude and are very patient with elderly tourists. ☆☆☆ The itinerary is as follows ☆☆☆ Day1: Board the ship at Chongqing Chaotianmen Wharf, which is near Jiefangbei, a bustling area. If you arrive in Chongqing early, you can stay nearby. · Day2: Arrive in Fengdu and go ashore to visit Fengdu Ghost City, which is said to be the prototype of the underworld, quite mysterious. You need to climb the mountain, but if you lack physical strength, you can choose to take the cable car up and down. In the afternoon, there is a live performance of "The Three Kingdoms", which requires an additional fee. We didn't go, but those who did said the performance was good. · Day3: Arrive in Fengjie and visit Baidi City, which is also an optional attraction. We went, and it was worth it. Since childhood, I have read Li Bai's poem "Setting off from Baidi City", so it would be a pity not to go. Then we went to Wushan, where we switched to a sightseeing boat to tour the Lesser Three Gorges of Wushan, a very fresh and elegant natural scenic area. The mountains and waters are green, like a landscape gallery, full of artistic conception. There is also the Mini Three Gorges to tour, but we didn't go because the scenery is similar to the Lesser Three Gorges. Then we passed through Wu Gorge, where you can see Goddess Peak from the deck. Goddess Peak is shrouded in mist, like a graceful fairy, super beautiful and dreamy! · Day4: The ship arrives at Maoping Wharf in Yichang and stops. We took our luggage and took a bus to visit the Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area. There is also an optional project - the Three Gorges Ship Lift. We chose it, and it was worth it. The cruise ship took the elevator (ship lift) over the dam, which was very shocking! Finally, we took a bus to the Three Gorges Visitor Center, where the trip ended. ~~~~~~ 🛳️ The Interstellar Apollo gave me many surprises. Its looks and service can withstand the test. The ship is equipped with entertainment facilities such as a cinema, bar, karaoke room, gym, and chess room. Give it a try! ✅ Interstellar Apollo Room Introduction The Interstellar Apollo mainly has two types of rooms: Deluxe Standard Room (215 rooms) and Supreme Executive Room (2 rooms). The twin beds can be combined into a large bed, and the sofa bed can be opened as an extra bed. A room can accommodate up to 4 people, which is especially suitable for family trips. The Apollo Standard Room twin beds can be combined into a large bed, and the sofa bed can be opened as a sofa bed, accommodating up to 4 people. River View Balcony Deluxe Standard Room  Can accommodate 1-2 people 20㎡ 2 1m*2m single beds River View Balcony Deluxe Family Room can accommodate 2-3 people 20㎡ 2 1m*2m single beds + sofa bed River View Balcony Deluxe Family Room can accommodate 2-4 people 20㎡ 2 1m*2m single beds + sofa bed Supreme Executive Room     Can accommodate 1-2 people  48㎡ 1 1.8m*2m large bed ~~~~~~ ️ For more details about the cruise, let me know in the comments!️

You always have to go to Chongqing, feel the evening breeze of the Jialing River, walk along Nanbin Road, look at Hongya Cave, and feel the charm of the mountain city! ☁️ 🚇Transportation ✈️Travel to Chongqing Jiangbei Airport, don't forget to check in at the classic location, the yellow Ferrari (T3 Terminal - Domestic Arrival - Exit 7) then take Line 10, change to Line 6 at Hongtudi Station to reach Hongya Cave 🚅Travel suggestion: Chongqing North Station, take Line 10, change to Line 6 at Hongtudi Station to reach Hongya Cave 🏠Accommodation Recommended accommodation near Jiefangbei, convenient transportation, city center business circle, close to various attractions, high cost performance!! 🍱Catering 1️⃣ Eighteen Ladder Deng Bench Face When you come to Chongqing, you must eat a bowl of authentic noodles, paired with local drinks, it's really delicious!! 2️⃣Gua Xixi Hot Pot Eat local authentic Jiugongge, if you can't eat spicy, you can choose mild spicy, you can add spicy later, it's really enjoyable! 3️⃣Tea Yan Yue Se Recommended Osmanthus Latte, youth, the taste is absolutely! 4️⃣Iron Cake Old Baked Cake Cheap and delicious, strongly recommend the red bean paste filling! ☁️ 🛤Itinerary 📆Day 1 📍 Jiefangbei Chongqing's landmark, attracting many people to visit and check in, the nearby 81 Good Food Street gathers all kinds of food and snacks! 📍Chaotianmen Exit 4 of the subway, the sail-shaped Raffles Tower, symbolizing Chongqing's sail, it's very photogenic here! 📍Qiansimen Bridge Navigate to the Grand Theater Riverside Park, here you will see the most beautiful night view of 8D Chongqing, this place can see the bridge and Hongya Cave at the same time, it's very photogenic! 📆Day 2 📍Eighteen Ladder The old street of the Republic of China, there are many cultural and creative snack shops distributed on both sides of the steps from top to bottom, you can take pictures and eat and shop, here you can feel the romance that belongs to Chongqing! 📍Bai Xiangju A check-in place hidden in a residential building, every corner is very photogenic, it shows the most real Chongqing, full of fireworks. 📍Kuixing Building The characteristics of the mountain city are fully demonstrated, you think you are on the first floor, in fact, you are on the 22nd floor! 📍Hongya Cave Don't go to the crowded front, the lit Hongya Cave, it's more emotional to take pictures on the bridge, remember to hold your phone! 📆Day 3 📍 Ciqikou Ancient Town Most of the buildings here are of Ming and Qing style, the streets are full of Chongqing characteristics, there are many snack shops along the street, and you can see the water and land terminal of the Jialing River at the end of the ancient town. 📍Eling Second Factory The filming location of the movie 'Passing Your World', there are many characteristic literary style shops, and you can overlook the whole mountain city, it's very photogenic! 📍Liziba Close view of the light rail passing through the building, very shocking! 📍Guanyin Bridge A must-visit snack street in Chongqing, recommended by locals, there are all kinds of snacks and delicacies, let you eat to your heart's content!

Guide to Enjoying Raffles City Chongqing. This is a place you can't miss when visiting Chongqing, and it is also a landmark building in the city area—Raffles City Chongqing. At first glance, Raffles City reminds one of the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, as they were both designed by the same architect. Raffles City Chongqing started construction in September 2012 and opened in September 2019. Its design symbolizes the spirit of Chongqing, soaring to the sky, sailing down the river, and braving the waves. Raffles City Chongqing Shopping Center has five floors, where you can eat, drink, play, and have fun all day long, with something to eat, browse, and play on every floor. L1 Floor → Various snacks, milk tea, coffee, merchandise, experience stores. Recommended: Cartoonni, POP MART, Chongqing Old Market, Chaotianmen Food Street (exit of Chaotianmen Metro Station). L2 Floor → Shopping, bars, chain restaurants, amusement, coffee. Recommended: Jieyou Buyou Bar, Madeleine, Wutiaoren Sweet Soup Shop L3 Floor → Various brand clothing, jewelry, Chinese cuisine/hot pot. Recommended: Qiaoyuan Fusion Cuisine, Baima River View Old Sichuan Cuisine, Beisuo Western Restaurant. L4 Floor → Home appliances, watches, brand shopping, gourmet food. Recommended: Xiting Seafood Buffet, Haidilao, L5 Floor → Leisure and entertainment, theater, gourmet food. Recommended: Crossing Chongqing, Jinsilong Huaiyang Cuisine, URX Escape Room 🌟 Highlights: Cloud Paradise, walk in the clouds with a unique 360-degree panoramic glass viewing experience, overlooking the confluence of the two rivers and the mountain city scenery, plus the most thrilling high-altitude swing and skywalk. 120/person Recommended package 198/person Time 10:30-21:30 🌟 Raffles City Photo Punch Guide ① Exit 4 of Chaotianmen Station on Line 1, next to the bus stop at Chongqing Hotel. ② The platform on the 12th floor of the Dariu Hui opposite Chongqing Hotel. ③ Exit from Gate 6 of Dariu Hui Mall to Raffles City Square. Raffles City Chongqing Shopping Center Detailed address: No. 8 Jiesheng Street, Yuzhong District, Chongqing Business hours: 10:00-23:00 Public transportation: Get off at Chaotianmen Station on Metro Line 1 Bus routes 181, 503, 871, get off at Chaotianmen Bus Hub

🌿Winter has gone and spring has come, everything is reviving, and the season of blooming flowers has quietly arrived! Have you been itching to go out and travel? Have you decided where to let yourself go? If not, why not take a trip to the Three Gorges! 🍃The scenery of the Three Gorges in spring is very beautiful. At this time, the river water is emerald green, the mountains on both sides are lush and verdant, and the journey is full of blooming flowers! Surrounded by pure nature every day, breathing fresh air, basking in the warm sun, just thinking about it is wonderful! 🔥🔥The best way to tour the Three Gorges is to take the 'Three Gorges Cruise'. The Yangtze River Three Gorges Cruise will fully resume operations in early March! There are seven main series of Three Gorges cruises (New Century, Victoria, President, Yangtze Gold, Royal Oriental, Yangtze Overseas, and Goddess of China), with dozens of ships in total. They meet the needs of people at different price points. The entire trip to the Three Gorges is not tiring, and there are essential shore attractions included along the way for tourists to disembark and visit. You will stay in a river-view balcony room on the cruise, and meals are included on the cruise, making it an all-in-one experience for eating, living, and traveling! 👍Of course, the entire journey is purely for fun, with no shopping stops, making it very suitable for family trips/parent trips/parent-child trips/group trips. Tips: 1. All foreign cruises are designed and built according to the standards of five-star hotels. The rooms have toiletries, so it is recommended to bring a small amount of luggage and personal items, a small amount of snacks, regular rain gear, and sunscreen. 2. The tickets are one-way, not round-trip. The disbanding location has convenient transportation. 3. Regular cruises do not include meals on the night of boarding and the noon of disembarkation. Other daily meals are Western and Chinese buffets. Remember to dine onshore before boarding.

📍The fame of Chongqing, the mountain city, has long been heard. Approaching the height of summer, this sentiment grows even stronger. Thus, I made plans with a few friends for a spontaneous trip✈️ 💡What does Chongqing look like to you? Is it the old town of Yuzhong, the steadfast Nan'an, the burgeoning Jiangbei, or maybe Shapingba, Jiulongpo? Each place name seems to contain urban legends overlooked by others. As we wander here, despite the fatigue from the long journey, we find joy in the experience❤️ 🌟At a riverside teahouse, order a pot of Wuyi cinnamon tea on a good day, preferably after the rain has cleared. The backdrop of summer adds a poetic touch to tea tasting, relaxed yet slack, lazy but not without elegance. 🌟Chongqing's Eighteen Steps may be the scenic area that best represents the ancient streets of Chongqing, setting aside commercial decorations, the core leads us through time and space. Experiencing the unique topography and climate of Bashu that gives birth to streets of varying heights yet close-knit in spirit, it's a fusion of nature and culture, and a tangible manifestation of life's philosophy. 🌟Have you seen Chongqing at four in the morning? The city's undulating terrain allows it to freely display its unique perspectives. At Xiaoshulin Live, we captured scenery that is not usually appreciated. Together, we witnessed the city's slumber and awakening, sharing its pulse. 👍Most recommended: Chongqing Eighteen Steps, Xiaoshulin Live, Riverside Teahouse, Chaotianmen 📝Fog city or mountain city, perhaps that's just the tip of the iceberg of Chongqing, this magical city. Like a bud waiting to bloom, peeling off petal by petal, it's a series of different experiences. The relaxed Chongqing, the busy Chongqing, the rustic Chongqing, the business Chongqing... When words run out unintentionally, only the imagery is left to ponder. I invite you all to appreciate it together!

It's the cyber skyscraper at Chongqing Raffles City!!! The wide-angle upward shot is incredibly stunning, capturing the magical 8D mountain city... (📍Mountain City Garden) - Besides this spot, you can also take photos at the Chaotianmen Square Zero Kilometer, standing in front of the sign you can take a photo with Raffles City!! (📍Outside Gate 8 on L1 level) There's also the 108-step staircase inside the mall, an ultra-long indoor staircase with an artistic vibe...