A "Private Backyard" in Chongqing That Even Locals Haven't Discovered

🌞A long-awaited sunny day, time to enjoy the river view 🌊 Chongqing Coral Park, located in Yuzhong District, is an urban leisure park built along the river, characterized by its natural ecology and river views. It feels like a place where the city and nature whisper to each other—on one side is the bustling silhouette of skyscrapers, and on the other is the gentle flow of the Yangtze River. As you stroll through it, you will encounter the 41.8-meter-high Century Light Column, where crystal balls sparkle like stars, reflecting the stories of Chongqing's 30.02 million people. At the corner, the "Time Garden" uses ground paving to capture the skyline changes of the Yuzhong Peninsula, with each step treading on the texture of time. Intimate Dialogue with the Yangtze River The riverside walkway extends to the drawdown zone, where reeds sway gently and the river breeze caresses your face. You can sit under the old banyan tree and listen to the river tell the stories of the mountain city; or walk down to Coral Dam to touch the traces left by the tide and watch the arc of the fisherman's cast break the surface of the water. At dusk, the setting sun gilds the Nanshan Mountain on the opposite bank, and the sunset falls into the Yangtze River. The tranquility at this moment is the exclusive romance that the city gives you. 🌿 Opening Hours Open all year round, all day (riverside walkway is illuminated until 22:00) 1️⃣ Riverside Viewing Platform - You can enjoy a close-up view of Caiyuanba Yangtze River Bridge and the river scenery, especially beautiful at sunset in the evening. 2️⃣ Coral Dam Wetland (dry season) - When the water level of the Yangtze River drops from winter to spring, a large area of sandbars and wetlands is exposed, which can be explored on foot (pay attention to safety). 3️⃣ Central Lawn - Suitable for picnics, camping (bring your own equipment), kite flying, and family fun. 4️⃣ Riverside Trail - A 1.5-kilometer-long trail for cycling or walking, connecting Caiyuanba and Chaotianmen. 📌 Precautions 1. Please do not trample or camp on the lawn areas in the park, and jointly protect this green space. 2. Pay attention to safety when playing by the river, especially after rain when the ground in the drawdown area is slippery. It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes. 3. Visitors with pets 🐶 should keep them on a leash to maintain the public environment. Transportation - 🚌 Bus: Take bus No. 112, 319, etc. to **Caiyuanba Railway Station** and walk for 10 minutes. - 🚗 By car: Navigate to "Coral Park, Changbin Road, Yuzhong District". There is a parking lot nearby. It is recommended to travel at off-peak hours on weekends. --- This is a breathing place in the steel forest and a pause button in the fast-paced life. Come to Coral Park, let the river wash away the hustle and bustle, and let the green soak your mind—you will find that Chongqing's tenderness is hidden in this river bank kissed by time. Accommodation TIPS: Manxin Hotel (the location is really super convenient) A 10-minute walk to Guanyinqiao and Wenchuang Beicang