In Chongqing, a “3D magical mountain city” full of amazing urban landscapes, Liziba Light Rail Station is undoubtedly one of the most representative ones. It breaks the conventional boundary between rail transit and architecture, allowing trains of Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2 to “pass through a building”, making it a popular online celebrity check-in spot and a window for foreign tourists to understand Chongqing’s urban wisdom and humanistic customs. This light rail station hidden in a residential building is not only a convenient transportation hub, but also a unique landmark integrating engineering marvels, urban landscapes and urban life, worthy of careful exploration by every visitor.
Located at No. 39 Liziba Main Street, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, Liziba Light Rail Station is an elevated side platform station of Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2, with station number 207, covering an area of 3100 square meters and a construction area of 6000 square meters. It is known as the “station in the building” due to its unique design of “train passing through the building” . Its construction is not accidental, but a vivid embodiment of Chongqing people’s urban spirit of “blazing trails through mountains and building bridges over rivers”. In 1998, Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2 was planned to build a station here, and a residential building was also planned to be built at the same location. After consultations between various parties, the design team finally decided to build the light rail and the building simultaneously to coexist . During the design process, the draft drawings were revised at least 6 times, and the plan was finalized after two years. The “station-bridge separation” structure was adopted, making the 6 pillars supporting the track completely independent from the more than 90 pillars supporting the residential building, with a safe distance of 20 centimeters between them, ensuring that the vibration and noise during train operation would not affect the residents’ lives . The station was completed in March 2004, started sightseeing operation in December of the same year, and officially opened for trial operation in June 2005. Now it has become a cultural landmark and a must-visit scenic spot in Chongqing .
When coming to Liziba, the core experience is to watch the shocking spectacle of “trains passing through the building”. The length of the train passing through the building is 132 meters. The station is embedded in the 6th to 8th floors of a 19-story commercial-residential building, among which the 1st to 5th floors are shops, the 6th floor is the concourse level, the 7th floor is the equipment level, the 8th floor is the platform level, and the 9th to 19th floors are residential buildings, forming a unique pattern of “coexistence of building and rail” . The light rail adopts low-noise and low-vibration equipment, with inflatable rubber tires for the wheels. The noise during operation is much lower than the average noise level of urban traffic trunk lines, which will not interfere with the daily life of residents . Trains run every 5-10 minutes, and the frequency is higher during peak hours (7-9 am and 5-7 pm). When the train slowly enters the building, it is like a real-life “time-travel magic”. Whether watching on the spot or taking photos, you can feel the perfect integration of engineering and nature, city and transportation .
To take perfect photos of the train passing through the building, choosing the right photo spot is crucial. The officially built Liziba Observation Deck is the first choice. You can reach it by crossing the zebra crossing after exiting from Exit 1 of the station . Covering an area of about 1367 square meters, this platform has a wide and unobstructed view, which can capture the train, commercial-residential building, Jialing River and the mountain scenery on the opposite bank at the same time. It is the core venue for the online “train-eating” creative check-in . In addition to the classic photo spot, there are many hidden photo spots worth unlocking: after exiting from Exit 2, turn right and walk 50 meters, you can take a close-up side view of the train passing through the building, avoiding the peak crowd ; exiting from Exit 3, you can directly reach the other side of the train passing through the building, unlock the B-side view of the train passing through the building, and may even capture the “four-train frame” spectacle where Line 2 and Line 3 trains are in the same frame ; navigate to Lansheng Pavilion, walk up the slope for about 700 meters, you can get a panoramic aerial view, which is suitable for photographers to create . It is recommended to shoot from 9 to 11 am, when the light is soft and the crowd is small. In the evening, you can also take beautiful pictures of the light rail with the sunset. After the light rail is lit up at night, the scenery is more dreamy .
In addition to checking in the spectacle of the train passing through the building, there are many worth-exploring scenic spots and delicacies around Liziba, which are suitable for a combined tour. A 3-minute walk from the observation deck can reach Liziba Anti-Japanese War Site Park, where there are historical buildings such as the former site of the Military Senate of the National Government, allowing you to feel the historical heritage of Chongqing’s Anti-Japanese War . A 15-minute walk can reach Eling No. 2 Factory Cultural and Creative Park, which is the filming location of the movie “I Belonged to You”. The retro factories, artistic graffiti and open rooftop are a must-check-in place for literary and artistic young people . Along the way, you will pass by characteristic spots such as the former residence of General Stilwell and Jiangpan Xunhua Coffee House, feeling the unique charm of the mountain city trail . In terms of food, there are many Chongqing characteristic snacks on Liziba Main Street nearby, including spicy crayfish, Dandan noodles, Chongqing small noodles, etc. There are also characteristic restaurants such as Liziba Liangshan Chicken and Pipayuan Hot Pot, allowing you to taste the flavor of the mountain city in one stop .
Before traveling, you must know these practical information in advance. In terms of transportation, you can reach it by taking Chongqing Rail Transit Line 2 to Liziba Station, or by taking buses such as No. 215, No. 501 and No. 808 . The station has 3 exits: Exit 1 is mainly for tourists to check in, directly leading to the observation deck; Exit 2 is mainly for commuting and niche check-in, which can conveniently lead to Eling No. 2 Factory; Exit 3 is an exit-only exit, suitable for niche photography . The station’s operating hours are 6:00-22:30, and the escalator’s operating hours are the same as the station. If you miss the escalator, you can choose to enter and exit by walking stairs . It is recommended to reserve 1-2 hours for visiting. If you want a in-depth experience, you can combine nearby scenic spots to create a half-day tour route . In terms of precautions, the surrounding area of the station is a residential area, please keep quiet during the visit to avoid noise; the surrounding terrain is mostly sloping, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes; the number of tourists is large during holidays, so it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours .
Liziba Light Rail Station is not only a transportation station, but also a microcosm of Chongqing’s urban characteristics. It perfectly integrates engineering wisdom, urban life and humanistic landscapes, allowing every visitor to feel the magic and warmth of the mountain city. Whether it is to witness the spectacle of the train passing through the building or to feel the urban customs of Chongqing, Liziba is worth your time to slow down and savor the unique romance and shock belonging to the mountain city.
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