Why China's Chongqing city is trending on social media


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Residential buildings in Chongqing. The city has been attracting many tourists, both local and international, in the past year. — Photos: AFP

Famed for its mountainous terrain and stereoscopic urban landscape, the southwestern Chinese municipality of Chongqing has forged novel “consumption” scenes, leveraging on its distinctive characteristics like the top floors of skyscrapers, quaint backstreets and enchanting night views.

Wandering atop city landmarks, admiring the urban sprawl, and beholding breathtaking confluences, these surreal experiences offer a diverse range of exploration for travellers in Chongqing.

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