Shapingba District

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Shapingba is a district of Chongqing, People's Republic of China, formerly known as Shaci District during the Sino-Japanese War. It is one of the central parts of Chongqing and covers around 396 square kilometers, with 13 subdistricts and 11 towns. Shapingba is one of the most populated areas in Chongqing with a population of around one million. ()

Alternative names: Area: 148.05 mi²Coordinates: 29°32'38"N, 106°27'13"E

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Shapingba District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chongqing Zoo, Egongyan Bridge, Chongqing Library, Egongyan Rail Transit Bridge.

4.2 miSE
Zoo
Chongqing Zoo, Chongqing
108 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the bustling metropolis of Chongqing, China, the Chongqing Zoo stands as a verdant oasis and a premier destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. Established in 1955, this expansive zoo spans over 45 hectares and is home to a...
4.6 miE
Bridge
Egongyan Bridge, Chongqing
117 min walk • Egongyan Bridge is a striking architectural marvel in the bustling city of Chongqing, China. This robust road-rail bridge spans the Yangtze River, connecting the Jiulongpo and Nan'an districts, and serves as a critical artery in the city's transportation network.
0.6 miS
Library
Chongqing Library
16 min walk • The Chongqing Library, initially called the National Roosevelt Library, is a large-scale comprehensive public library, located in Shapingba District, Chongqing City, China.
5 miE
Bridge
Egongyan Rail Transit Bridge, Chongqing
128 min walk • The Egongyan Rail Transit Bridge in Chongqing, China, stands as a testament to modern engineering and urban connectivity. This impressive bridge is a crucial component of Chongqing's extensive rail transit system, facilitating the seamless movement of the city's metro...
2.6 miE
Museum
Red Rock Village Museum, Chongqing
67 min walk • Red Rock Village Museum or Hongyancun Museum is a museum in Chongqing, China. It was a diplomatic site for the Chinese Communist Party, led by Zhou Enlai during World War II.
6.3 miSE
Bridge
Lijiatuo Yangtze River Bridge, Chongqing
161 min walk • The Lijiatuo Yangtze River Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge over the Yangtze River in Chongqing, China. Completed in 1995, it has a main span of 444 metres, placing it among the longest cable-stayed bridges in the world.
2.3 miNW
Park
Geleshan National Forest Park, Chongqing
59 min walk • The Geleshan National Forest Park or Gele Mountain National Forest Park, is a nationally protected park in China, located in Geleshan, Shapingba District, 16 km west of Chongqing city centre.
4.6 miE
Museum, History museum
Flying Tigers Museum, Chongqing
119 min walk • The First American Volunteer Group of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers, was formed to help oppose the Japanese invasion of China. Operating in 1941–1942, it was composed of pilots from the United States Army Air Corps, Navy, and Marine Corps, and was commanded by Claire Lee Chennault.
3.4 miNW
Area
Geleshan, Chongqing
87 min walk • Geleshan is an administrative town in the Shapingba District of Chongqing, China. It is located 13.6 km west of Chongqing city centre.
4.6 miE
Museum
Joseph Stillwell Museum, Chongqing
119 min walk • The Stilwell Museum is a museum in Yuzhong District of Chongqing that which preserves the former residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell, the Allied Chief of Staff in the China Theater during World War II. It opened in 1994.
4.2 miSE
Neighbourhood
Jiulongpo District, Chongqing
108 min walk • Jiulongpo is a district forming part of the western part of the Chongqing urban core. Its total population is around 675,000, while its urban city population is nearly 650,000.