Walking Tour of Chongqing: Jiefangbei, Kuixing Tower and River Views

Channel: China Walking Tour 漫游中国 Published: July 9, 2025 Duration: 1:08:03 Views: 36.9K

What this video shows

A walking tour host moves through central Chongqing on foot, starting at Miao Street near Luohan Temple in Yuzhong District and continuing to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street. The route passes the Liberation Monument, then reaches Kuixing Tower, where the host points out that a building entrance at street level actually sits on the 22nd floor. The walk continues along a cliffside lane called Daijia Lane, past views of the Jialing River and Qiansimen Bridge, and ends at Chaotianmen Square, with a note that Hongya Cave will be visited later at night.

At a glance

LocationChongqing, Yuzhong District (Miao Street, Jiefangbei, Kuixing Tower, Daijia Lane, Chaotianmen Square)
SettingLarge city; one of China's four directly administered municipalities, with a population given as over 30 million
What it coversCentral-city walking tour of streets, landmarks, and riverfront views
Costs mentionedNone mentioned
Time of dayDaytime walk, with a night visit to Hongya Cave mentioned as planned

What stands out

The host's main theme is Chongqing's disorienting vertical layout: at Kuixing Tower, what looks like ground level is described as the 22nd floor, and the host admits to being unsure which floor they are standing on. Daijia Lane is walked along a cliff edge, which the host calls hard to believe. At Chaotianmen Square, the meeting of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers is visible as two distinct colors — muddy yellow beside clearer green — before the waters merge. Jiefangbei is described as a commercial heart lined with malls, luxury brands, and restaurants, named for a monument commemorating China's World War II victory.

Video transcript

Hello everyone! Welcome back to my channel.Now we are in Chongqing, China. Chongqing is a major city in southwest China, known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and dynamic urban development. With a population of over 30 million, Chongqing is one of China's four directly administered municipalities, alongside Beijing, Shanghai, and Tianjin. Great! I'm now the 81,132nd lucky guy. Now we are walking in Chongqing Miao Street(Miracle Street). Miao Street in Chongqing is a unique and charming street located between Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street and

Luohan Temple in Yuzhong District. Next to it is the Luohan Temple, a place with a long history and strong religious and cultural atmosphere, which endows Miao Street with a unique cultural background. Chongqing has very modern and beautiful urban construction. Let's enjoy today's city walk. Now we have arrived at Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street. Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street is the heart of Chongqing’s commercial district. The area is named after the Liberation Monument (解放碑), a historic landmark commemorating China’s victory in World War II.

Lined with shopping malls, luxury brands, and restaurants, the pedestrian street is a bustling hub for both locals and tourists. Now we are facing the famous Liberation Monument in Chongqing. As one of the most famous attractions in Chongqing, it is always crowded with tourists. Now we've arrived at Kuixing Tower. Here, you can fully experience the unique charm of Chongqing, the "mountain city" — you'll never really know which floor you're on. Now let's guess which floor we are on now? Follow me and I'll show you next. Wow, look at this, you thought we

were on the first floor? No, you're wrong, actually, the building we're facing is the 22nd floor. This is crazy, I can't imagine how they built this city. Back in this direction, looking at the building opposite, shouldn’t we be on the first floor? The tall buildings across the river are stunning. Next we are going to take a walk along the river. Now we have arrived at Daijia Lane. It's hard to imagine that we are on the cliff now, incredible, isn't it? Chongqing is really a magical city. In the distance is the famous Jialing River and Qiansimen

Bridge. Just ahead is one of the most famous landmarks in Chongqing — Hongya Cave. I'll come back to explore it again at night. Now we have arrived at Chaotianmen Square in Chongqing. Chaotianmen Square is a iconic landmark in Chongqing, situated at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers in Yuzhong District. Its name, meaning "Gate Facing Heaven," reflects its historical role as a vital gateway for water transport and trade. As the meeting point of the two great rivers, the square offers a dramatic view: the muddy yellow waters of the Yangtze

and the clearer greenish waters of the Jialing River flowing side by side before merging. This natural spectacle has made it a must-visit spot for tourists.

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