Liziba Station
Famous for its unique train station built into a residential building, a symbol of mountain city architecture.
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62 Liziba Main St, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China
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Liziba Station: Chongqing's Iconic Train Through a Building
Liziba Station is perhaps Chongqing's most famous and unique metro station, renowned for its incredible design where a monorail train appears to pass directly through a residential building. This engineering marvel has become a symbol of Chongqing's distinctive "mountain city" architecture and a must-see attraction for visitors.
What to See and Do
Witness the Train Passing Through: The main attraction is to observe the Line 2 monorail train as it enters and exits the building. There's a dedicated viewing platform across the street from the station, offering the best vantage point for photos and videos. The train runs frequently, so you won't have to wait long.
Understand Chongqing's Topography: Liziba Station perfectly illustrates how Chongqing, built on steep hills and mountains, integrates infrastructure into its challenging terrain. The building houses both the station and residential apartments, showcasing ingenious urban planning.
Explore the Station: You can also enter the station itself and experience the unique design from within. The train station is on the 6th to 8th floors of the building, while the lower floors are commercial and residential.
Local Snacks and Souvenirs: Around the viewing platform, you'll find vendors selling local snacks and souvenirs related to the Liziba Station phenomenon.
Best Time to Visit
The station can be visited any time of day. Daytime offers clear views for photography. Evenings provide a different ambiance with the city lights. It can get crowded, especially on weekends and holidays, so consider visiting during off-peak hours.
How to Get There
Take Metro Line 2 to Liziba Station (李子坝站). The viewing platform is directly across the street from the station entrance.
Travel Tips
Charge your phone/camera: You'll want to capture this unique sight.
Be patient: While trains are frequent, getting the perfect shot might require a little waiting, especially if you want to capture the train at a specific point.
Combine with Eling Park: Liziba Station is close to Eling Park and Testbed 2, making it easy to visit these attractions together.
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