Public square atop high-rise in SW China redefines sense of altitude
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The cityscape of southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality was born out of geographic necessity. The urban area is known for its unique architecture and startling road designs. And now a building in the city has been grabbing netizens’ attention for the confusion it instilled in visitors. /Chinanews Photo

The cityscape of southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality was born out of geographic necessity. The urban area is known for its unique architecture and startling road designs. And now a building in the city has been grabbing netizens’ attention for the confusion it instilled in visitors. /Chinanews Photo

The 27-storey building boasts a public square on its top, and people have been a bit disoriented upon entering the square as it felt like they were still on the ground level. /Chinanews Photo

The 27-storey building boasts a public square on its top, and people have been a bit disoriented upon entering the square as it felt like they were still on the ground level. /Chinanews Photo

The high-rise square is connected to another building by two walkways, offering a shortcut above busy streets. /Chinanews Photo

The high-rise square is connected to another building by two walkways, offering a shortcut above busy streets. /Chinanews Photo

A city built on mountains, Chongqing has been known as a “mountain city.” The coexistence of rough terrains and urban constructions has created an extraordinary landscape there. /Chinanews Photo

A city built on mountains, Chongqing has been known as a “mountain city.” The coexistence of rough terrains and urban constructions has created an extraordinary landscape there. /Chinanews Photo