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Chongqing is located in southwestern China, at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Jialing River, in the southeastern part of the Sichuan Basin. Its terrain is dominated by mountains and hills, earning it the nickname "Mountain City." The climate is subtropical monsoon humid, with hot and rainy summers and mild winters with little fog, with an average annual temperature of around 18°C. Its unique geographical environment creates magnificent river views and a three-dimensional urban landscape. Due to high humidity and frequent mist throughout the year, it is also known as the "Fog City."

Chongqing has a long history. In 316 BC, it served as the capital of the Ba State. During the Southern Song Dynasty, it was renamed "Chongqing," meaning "double celebration," after Emperor Guangzong ascended the throne upon being enfeoffed as a prince. During the War of Resistance Against Japan, it served as the provisional capital of the Republic of China and acted as the Far East Anti-Fascist command center, leaving behind a wealth of red historical sites. As the birthplace of Bayu culture, the mountain city's unique stilted buildings, stone-paved paths, and hotpot culture imbue it with a sense of rugged resilience and a spirited, folkloric atmosphere.

Chongqing's culture is open and inclusive, with witty dialects and slang, and its people known for their bold and straightforward character. Hotpot, noodles, and local dishes are the soul of its cuisine, with the aroma of spicy and numbing flavors filling the streets. The nightlife is vibrant, with commercial areas like Jiefangbei and Guanyinqiao brightly lit, where people enjoy eating hotpot in air-raid shelters and drinking tea by the river. Attractions such as Hongya Cave and Ciqikou showcase a slow-paced life where tradition and modernity intertwine.

Chongqing is the only municipality directly under the central government in central and western China, a national central city, and the economic center of the upper reaches of the Yangtze River. In recent years, its economy has developed rapidly, with GDP growth leading the country. It has built an inland open highland and is one of the starting points of the China-Europe Railway Express. The city features a three-dimensional and magical urban landscape, with bridges and light rail passing through buildings, earning it the reputation of an "8D magical city." In the future, it will promote the Chengdu-Chongqing dual-city economic circle and build itself into an international metropolis.