As the mother river of the Chinese nation, the Yangtze feeds nearly one-third of the population, weaving a rich and splendid cultural tapestry. Flowing 6,300 kilometers from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau to the East China Sea, it ranks as the longest river in Asia and the third-longest in the world. Numerous cultural relics and tourist attractions have been nourished by its waters. Now we introduce some fascinating attractions in Chongqing - a city built on the banks of the Yangtze.

Located in Dazu district, the Dazu Rock Carvings impress visitors with a series of elaborate Chinese religious sculptures and carvings dating from the 9th to the 13th century. Influenced by Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist beliefs, these carvings consist of 75 protected sites containing 50,000 Chinese Buddhist-style statues on steep hillsides. The carvings were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Tens of thousands of visitors flock there every year to admire these majestic works.

The Chongqing Wulipo National Nature Reserve covers more than 35,000 hectares in Wushan County, featuring rich flora and fauna. It is replete with virgin forests, native subalpine meadows, rare plant cedars and many other wild plants. This World Natural Heritage Site serves as a "natural oxygen bar" in the area where visitors can appreciate the beauty and tranquility of nature.

For those who find the prospect of hiking too exhausting, cruise ships depart from the Furong River Scenic Area to let you soak up the beautiful riverside scenery. Located in Wulong district, it is a must-visit attraction in Chongqing thanks to the special karst landforms, deep canyon and gorge, and primitive water forest. This coastal scenic spot also boasts fascinating caves, a butterfly valley, waterfalls, rocks and more gifts from Mother Nature.