Meet Chongqing: China’s Cyberpunk City

As travel to China continues to go viral on social media, one city has captured the imagination of millions of overseas visitors with its stunning nightscape: Chongqing. Often referred to as China’s cyberpunk city, Chongqing is a sprawling metropolis built among mountains and rivers. Its dramatic skyline, layered architecture, illuminated bridges, and seemingly gravity-defying roads create scenes that feel straight out of a sci-fi movie. For first-time visitors, the city is full of breathtaking moments—from trains passing through residential buildings to skyscrapers rising from steep hillsides and dazzling views overlooking the Yangtze and Jialing rivers. But what exactly gives Chongqing its cyberpunk reputation? Find out the answer with CGTN. #ChinaTravel #chongqing #china