Scenes from Chaotianmen in Chongqing

Chaotianmen is at the northeastern tip of Chongqing's Yuzhong district where the Jialing River merges with the Yangtze River. With views of the city which have changed significantly in recent years, it is an especially popular destination for tourists, including those who board boats for cruises. Below are photos which capture some of the people there and what they were doing, in addition to the outdoor karaoke I mentioned before, one afternoon. I share these in part because Chaotianmen itself will undergo significant change — a topic for a later post.

Gate leading from the docks up to Chaotianmen Square

Chaotiamen Square was not exactly full of people.

But people photographing others could be seen.

As could people photographing themselves

Taking in the view was a popular choice.

Some were more occupied with their phones.

Looking down at the tip of Chaotianmen one could see more activity around the steps down to the docks.

Vendors sold a variety of items.

Bikes made out of wire was one option.

Electric bikes were another option.

Bargaining skills could be useful.

Games were also available.

Or you could have your portrait drawn.

Mobile vendors were one source of food.

Other options for outdoor dining could be found as well.

Like the square, some people took in the view.

And others were more focused on their mobile phone.

Few seemed interested in these no-longer-in-use inclined lifts at the docks.

Three-wheeled taxi cars were one way to depart.

Most left by foot on a road along the Yangtze River.