Chongqing’s 22nd-Floor Plaza Ground Level Illusion in a Vertical City

Описание: Chongqing’s 22nd-Floor Plaza Ground Level Illusion in a Vertical City

Welcome to one of Chongqing’s most mind-bending urban marvels—a plaza perched on the 22nd floor that feels like street level. In this video, we explore how Chongqing’s dramatic topography has given rise to a city where altitude and architecture merge in astonishing ways.
Located in the Lianglukou area, this elevated plaza is part of a multi-level urban complex where the “ground floor” is anything but. Thanks to Chongqing’s mountainous terrain and vertical city planning, what appears to be a typical pedestrian square is actually 22 floors above the valley below. At one end, you can walk directly into shops, cafés, and office buildings; at the other, you’re gazing down at rooftops and traffic far below.
This phenomenon has become a viral tourist attraction, drawing visitors eager to experience the surreal sensation of standing on a “ground floor” suspended in the sky. The plaza offers panoramic views of the city’s layered skyline, and is a perfect example of Chongqing’s three-dimensional urbanism—a blend of necessity, creativity, and cultural adaptation.
This video is part of our “Highlights of Chongqing” series, showcasing the city’s most fascinating spaces, from ancient towns to futuristic infrastructure. Subscribe to join us as we uncover the vertical wonders of one of China’s most unique cities.

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