Hongya Cave
"An 11-story commercial complex clinging to a cliff face, famous for its glowing, 'Spirited Away' cyberpunk aesthetic at night."
Logistics
Free
Vibe
Neon Spectacle
Duration
1 hour
Best For
Night photography
The Backstory
A massive modern reconstruction of the traditional Bayu 'Diaojiaolou' stilt houses that once lined the riverbanks of ancient Chongqing.
Local Secret
"Do not go inside; the interior is a generic, suffocatingly crowded mall. The true value is purely visual. Walk onto the Qiansimen Bridge deck at dusk (Blue Hour) to photograph the glowing exterior against the dark CBD skyline."
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