Chongqing - As the year draws to a close, Chongqing is brimming with vitality, with its people striving to welcome the New Year. Wintersweet blossoms in the frost, symbolizing resilience and serving as a gift of nature to the city’s determined spirit. Across Chongqing, the Bishan-Tongliang suburban rail line hums with progress, the C919 aircraft embarks on its maiden flight from a newly constructed runway, and the rhythm of machinery echoes the rapid development of the transportation sector. With bold strides and unwavering determination, Chongqing marches toward a brighter 2025.
Let's see the highlights across the city through pictures!
Construction in Full Swing
On December 23, the construction site of the Chengdu-Chongqing central line high-speed railway in Chongqing Dazu District buzzed with machinery, creating a scene of fervent progress. (Photo/Qi Lanshen)
A New Haven for Book Lovers
On December 23, citizens explore the newly opened City Reading Room on Mulin Road Community in Yubei District, offering residents a fresh reading experience. (Photo/Long Fan)
Holiday Shopping Rush
At one of Yonghui Supermarket’s stores in Shapingba District, residents shop for fruits and vegetables on December 23. As the New Year holiday approaches, markets and supermarkets have seen a surge in demand, with ample supplies and stable prices. (Photo/Sun Kaifang)
Cooking Competition
On the evening of December 25, students at Chongqing Metropolitan College of Science and Technology (Banan Campus) participate in a New Year’s cooking contest, showcasing their culinary talents. (Photo/Zheng Yu)
Wintersweet in Bloom
On December 25, citizens drive to the gate of Nanshan Botanical Garden to purchase wintersweet flowers. These blooms, thriving in the winter cold, have begun to appear in the market. (Photo/Xie Zhiqiang)
A Rural Symphony
On December 25, in Shifang Village, Ganshui Town, Qijiang District, radish strips drying in the sun resembled musical notes set against the vibrant farmland, painting a picturesque rural scene. (Photo/Chen Xingyu)
Smart Manufacturing on the Rise
On December 25, staff at Chongqing Guozhi Siwei Bathroom Co., Ltd. in Youxi Town, Jiangjin District, were working on a newly upgraded smart production line. This 20-million-yuan investment aims to enhance production processes, improve product quality, and boost efficiency. (Photo/Qi Lanshen)
C919 Takes Flight
At noon on December 26, China Eastern Airlines’ C919 aircraft operates flight MU5428, marking its maiden takeoff from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport’s newly built fourth runway. (Photo/Luo Bin)
Rail Transit Advancements
On December 26, a train on the Bishan-Tongliang suburban railway line is approaching Bishan Station, showcasing Chongqing’s continued commitment to rail transit development. (Photo/Zheng Yu)
Lighting Up the New Year
The “Leap Dragon Gate” New Year Lantern Festival at Longtang Lake Park in Lijia, Liangjiang New Area, attracts many visitors on December 26. (Photo/Wang Jiaxi)
Exploring Ancient Streets
On December 26, tourists stroll through the lantern-lit streets of Songgai Ancient Town in Yongchuan District, soaking in the festive atmosphere. (Photo/Cui Li)
Urban Renewal
The Ma’anshan Project in Yuzhong District, one of the key urban renewal projects this year, is scheduled to officially open in March next year. (Photo/Li Yuheng)
High-Speed Rail Innovation
On December 27, the CR400AF-S intelligent Fuxing bullet train passes through downtown Chongqing, demonstrating cutting-edge rail technology. (Photo/Long Fan)
Energy Milestone
The Sichuan-Chongqing 1000-kV ultra-high voltage AC project is completed and put into operation on December 27. At the Tongliang 1000-kV substation in Shaoyun Town, staff work diligently in the main control room. (Photo/Zhang Jinhui)
Chongqing is closing 2024 on a high note, celebrating achievements across various fields and embracing the New Year with renewed hope and ambition.
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