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Chongqing Nights

This image captures the vibrant energy of Chongqing's iconic Hongya Cave at night, its dazzling lights reflecting the city's dynamic blend of tradition and modernity. The foreground features silhouetted visitors taking photos along the Yangtze River’s exposed riverbed during low tide, adding a sense of human connection to this mesmerizing urban landscape.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: chongqing, China
Camera: iPhone 14 Pro Max
Copyright: © Yuepeng Bao