As the National Day approaches, vibrant shades of “Chinese red” have quietly illuminated the city’s veins, filling every corner with a strong festive atmosphere. Between the shimmering waves of the Jialing River and the mighty flow of the Yangtze River, the entire city is dressed in solemn and fervent splendor. As you wander through the undulating streets and alleys, national flags flutter in the autumn breeze under the streetlights, intertwining with the city’s brilliant lights to form a heartfelt tribute.
Workers hanging national flags on Caiyuan Road.The mountain city pays tribute to the nation with its most passionate red, celebrating the anniversary together.
To create a solemn, enthusiastic, united, and progressive festive atmosphere and promote the spirit of patriotism, the Chongqing Municipal Urban Management Bureau has meticulously organized the hoisting of national flags in key urban areas and major roads, decorating the entire city poetically, joyfully, and solemnly.
As National Day approaches, vibrant shades of ‘Chinese red’ have quietly illuminated the city’s veins, filling every corner with a strong festive atmosphere.National flags hang high on the giant bridge towers of Hongyancun Bridge.
The city is currently in the peak period for National Day flag hoisting. Every evening after the rush hour, workers quietly carry out their tasks, hoisting national flags along key routes. The citywide flag hoisting work will
Jialing River
The Jialing River is a major tributary of the Yangtze River, flowing through the Sichuan Basin in China. Historically, it has been a vital transportation and trade route for centuries, serving as a key part of the ancient Ba culture. Its confluence with the Yangtze River is located in the city of Chongqing.
Yangtze River
The Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia and a cradle of Chinese civilization, with a history of human settlement dating back thousands of years. It has been a vital artery for transportation, trade, and agriculture, shaping the culture and economy of the region. Today, it is also famous for the monumental Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest power station.
Yangtze River Bridge
The Yangtze River Bridge in Nanjing was the first bridge across the Yangtze to be designed and built by China without foreign assistance, opening in 1968. It is a significant double-decker bridge, carrying a railway on the lower level and a road on the upper level. Its construction was a major source of national pride and a symbol of China’s industrial and engineering capabilities during that era.
Caiyuan Road
Caiyuan Road is a historic street located in the Hexi District of Tianjin, China. It is notable for its well-preserved collection of early 20th-century Western-style villas and townhouses, which reflect the city’s history as a treaty port with foreign concessions. The area has been revitalized in recent years, transforming it into a popular cultural and commercial hub with cafes, shops, and art spaces.
Hongyancun Bridge
Hongyancun Bridge is a major cable-stayed bridge in Chongqing, China, spanning the Jialing River. It was completed and opened to traffic in 2009 to alleviate urban congestion and improve connectivity. The bridge’s name is derived from the nearby historic Hongyancun (Red Crag Village) area, which is renowned for its significance as a former base for the Chinese Communist Party during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
