Nanshan is located in the center of Chongqing city and is a destination for citizens to relax. Although familiar with this website, people may not know its mysterious history. In ancient times, people referred to the southern mountains of Nan’an District in Chongqing as “Tushan”. This anticline mountain is located on the south bank of the Yangtze River. From Tongluo Gorge in the north to Jinzhu Gou in the south. This is a 5A level scenic spot. Both locals and tourists flock here to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, attractions, observation decks, rural estates, and natural environment.
Along the Yangtze River, more than ten peaks rise straight from the ground. They include Jiangshan, Laojun Mountain, Wenfeng Mountain, Tushan, etc. They form a sharp contrast with historic buildings such as Tushan Temple, Laojun Cave, and Dafo Temple. Under their embellishment, the mountainous city of Chongqing is even more beautiful. Nanshan, which has won the honor of “lung lobe” in Chongqing, is an ideal destination for mountaineering enthusiasts. The total area is about 2500 hectares, with an average altitude of over 400 meters.
Mountain walking route:
RT Shangxin Street Station Line 6- Laojun Dongtushan Temple – Anshan Botanical Garden – Chongqing Anti Japanese War Historical Site Museum – Yike Tree Observation Deck – Shangxin Street
The total round-trip walking distance is about 18.1 kilometers and takes about 4.5 hours (excluding sightseeing time).
Nanshan Botanical Garden
Chongqing Nanshan Botanical Garden is a national 4A level scenic spot and one of the top ten scenic spots in Chongqing. Located in Nanshan, it gathers the plant resources of subtropical lowlands in China. Centered around the construction of an ornamental botanical garden, we strive to protect, collect, and cultivate special plant species. It integrates science popularization and landscape art exhibitions, and is a lowland botanical garden.
Spring attractions include the lush Nanshan Botanical Garden, which has covered over 500 hectares along the mountain peak since its opening in 1999. There are over 5000 species of plants displayed in landscape parks and themed garden exhibitions. This includes a 7000 square meter greenhouse that houses a total of 1646 domestic and foreign plant species. There are mainly nine sub gardens including roses, plum blossoms, orchids, endangered plants, camellias, plum blossoms and osmanthus flowers, and bonsai art
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It is located at the eastern end of Nanshan Forest District, adjacent to Jialing on both sides. In over 500 coverage areas, the cultural relics site covers an area of 4053 square meters. On the 60th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Chongqing renovated the “Mount Huangshan Alternative Capital Site” and built this museum.
It is a base for patriotic education and a comprehensive scenic spot that integrates historical war sites and natural landscapes. Museums also have rich cultural, natural, and tourism resources. It preserves 15 historical architectural sites, revealing the development and transformation of modern architecture in southwestern China. In addition, the museum also has important reference value for studying the architectural history of Chongqing in the last century.
A tree lookout tower
A tree observation deck is located on the southern mountain. It is an excellent place for Chongqing tourists to enjoy the night view of the city. On the basis of unchanged facilities and style, the sightseeing space extends backwards. The designers have built an outdoor leisure area and 14 fitness programs, thereby expanding the leisure space. Then, tourists will enjoy the city scenery during the day and the night view at night.
The eight reliefs in the hall further reflect the cultural connotation of the Bayu region. 4、 The fifth and sixth floors are respectively a water bar, a tea house, and a VIP lounge. In addition, there is a sightseeing elevator that can accommodate 20 people and a protected staircase outside the exhibition hall. This design will make it more convenient for tourists to enjoy the beautiful city scenery, optimize transportation and safety.
There are also six high beam color spotlights and auxiliary lighting projects. Therefore, this pavilion decorated with beautiful lights is as charming as a crystal palace. In the leisure area, there are pavilions, galleries, and a fitness area covering over 2000 square meters. 14 fitness programs are aimed at the elderly, middle-aged, young, and children, further expanding their functions.
Nanshan Hot Pot Street
On this three kilometer long street, there are over 20 hotpot restaurants offering a variety of hotpot dishes you want.
Arriving here in the evening, you will see bright streets. Guests are sitting in the restaurant, while foreign tourists’ cars are queuing outside. Some tourists take photos everywhere, saying that they come here not only to eat hotpot, but also to appreciate the beautiful scenery.
Longji Mountain Trail
Longji Mountain is a part of the Zhenwu Mountain Range (commonly known as Nanshan). It is located at Chongqing Technology and Business University in Nan’an District, Chongqing. The sidewalk is one of the best fitness venues. The hiking route of Longji Mountain is a circle, with two entrances only 30 meters apart. Tourists need an hour and a half walk to reach their destination.
Due to the fact that this sidewalk extends along the ridge like a spiraling dragon, people call it Longji Mountain. We recommend hiking on sunny days, where you will get a clear panoramic view of Nanping, Chongqing. This scenery is picturesque and breathtaking.
Address: Nanshan Park Road, Nanshan Town, Nan’an District, Chongqing
Ticket: Free
Time: Open 24 hours a day