Chongqing - Yuzhong District is the central district and heart of Chongqing Municipality. It is known as the original land of Chongqing from which the whole city got developed. It is also the political, economic, and entertainment center of Chongqing. Located in the central portion of Yuzhong District is the Jiefangbei CBD, a leading business and financial center of Western China.

Surrounded on three sides by water, Yuzhong District is effectively a peninsula between the Jialing and Yangtze Rivers. Due to its hilly geography, and the fact that it is the main central business district for Chongqing, Yuzhong District contains some of the tallest skyscrapers in China and is the most densely populated district in the municipality. The beautiful skyline of Yuzhong Peninsula is one thing you shall never miss out on during your visit to Chongqing.

The World Financial Center is a late-modernist super tall skyscraper in Chongqing. The office tower has a height of 336 meters and stands at 78 stories tall. Taking the lift to the observation deck on the 73rd floor, visitors could enjoy a fantastic 360-degree-view of the beautiful downtown from the optimal angle.

Jiefangbei CBD in Yuzhong District

At the confluence of Jialing and Yangtze Rivers, Yuzhong District holds the essential dock in Chongqing - the Chaotianmen Dock. The dock handles large quantities of cargo and welcomes thousands of Yangtze River cruises. The downtown two river cruise is one of the must-dos in Chongqing, where visitors can appreciate the gorgeous night view and skyline on four banks along the two rivers.

Yuzhong Peninsula

In ancient times, there used to be 17 old city gates, the length of 8,860 meters along the Yuzhong Peninsula. Today, there are 17 ancient gates with 56 sections, with a total length of 4,364 meters. The existing four gates including Tongyuan Gate, Dongshui Gate, Taiping Gate, and Renhe Gate are kept well preserved, while the three gates that are Nanji Gate, Chuqi Gate, and Qiansi Gate are decayed to varying degrees. The traditional – style footpath along the relics of the ancient gates is available. Following the WeChat Official Account of "Discover Chongqing Ancient Gate," they can listen to the relevant stories while walking. This official account also offers them details of scenic hot spots near each gate, thus creating the best touring experience.

In Yuzhong District, you can not only experience the prosperity of a modern and booming city but also get a chance to appreciate the old memory of Chongqing through the ancient gates, the sites of embassies and consulates, institutions during WWII, the hidden and peaceful old neighborhood, as well as numerous ancient cultural sites.

Yuzhong District can meet your expectation for a productive and pleasant trip, whether you're drinking a coffee on the two rivers cruise or walking along a hidden and old trail in an aged neighborhood.