Hongyadong 洪崖洞

Hongyadong in pictures

Introduction to Hongyadong

With a history of over 2,300 years, Hongyadong (Hongya Cave) was originally a military fortress of the ancient Ba state (1046 BC / 256 BC) that lasted through the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today, Hongyadong is a large complex of stilt houses built along a cliff on the bank of the Jialing River. Hongyadong is now a must-see destination for visitors to Chongqing, especially those who want to experience the Bayu culture that is very present in Chongqing. Hongyadong is a group of houses spread over 11 floors on the side of a cliff (75 meters of vertical difference). The 1st floor and the 11th floor are accessible by 2 different roads. Elevators provide access to the different levels where you can find bars, cafes, restaurants… It is often compared to a building that can be seen in the anime “Spirited Away”, a masterpiece by Miyazaki. On the 2nd floor, you can discover a small waterfall that flows along the cliff and is considered one of the 12 Bayu sites. The night view is undoubtedly what you should not miss… When night falls, lamps illuminate the whole in orange tones, a magical vision among the skyscrapers surrounding Hongyadong.