Irresistible Chongqing: SW China's fascinating and captivating night view
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If you come to Chongqing, you can’t miss its charming night. Under the dark-blue velvet-like sky, the skylines of the city are lit up by countless city lights. Let’s explore Chongqing’s night view through the lens of Zhang Kunkun, a famous photographer of Chongqing.

Red and stylish Guotai Art Center forms a strong contrast against modern skyscrapers [ Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Winding roads built based on local landforms are unique "blood vessels" of the city. [ Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

The special spiral road. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Sujiaba Overpass and Caiyuanba Bridge. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

The photo was taken under Sujiaba Overpass, from which the multiple-dimension feature of the city is shown. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Lit-up Hong’en Pagoda is mirrored in a puddle. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Different forms of architecture in one photo create a sense of multiple layers. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Take a look at the night view of Longmenhao Old Street in Nan’an. You will enjoy not only delicacies but also the culture there. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

A running metro at night looks like the one out of a cartoon. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

An aerial view of Chaotianmen, the iconic landmark of Chongqing. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Traditional buildings group - Hongyadong Scenic Spot perfectly blends with the modern city. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

The quaint building of Luohan Temple faces a modern skyscraper. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

With the nightfall coming, Cuntan Port is still busy. [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Chinese characters showing on the surface of the WFC say, "Hello Chongqing, hello the world!" [Photo by Zhang Kunkun/for chinadaily.com.cn]