Chongqing’s Vertical Wonders: From Cable Cars to Ancient Alleys

This Chongqing city tour unlocks the mountain city’s most iconic vertical landmarks and old-town charm. Start at Baixiang Ju, a 24-story elevator-free residential building—a living specimen of mountain city architecture. From its walkways, capture the iconic shot of the Yangtze River Cableway passing through the buildings, with every snap exuding cyberpunk vibes. Next, hop on the Yangtze River Cableway, known as the "air bus" of old Chongqing, and overlook the magnificent confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers from the cable car; the opposite bank leads to Longmenhao Old Street. Step into Longmenhao, where bluestone paths and grey-brick arches trace the city’s port-opening history—through the stone arch carved with "Longmenhao", the modern lines of the Dongshuimen Yangtze River Bridge frame a stunning river view. End at Xiahaoli, a revamped old street preserving stilted building textures, where waterfalls, streams and retro shops blend. You can snap Instagram-worthy shots here and sip Sichuan bowl tea in old teahouses, immersing yourself in Chongqing’s unique charm of "intertwined heights and blended past and present".