Raffles City Chongqing, Modern skyscraper complex in Chaotianmen, China.
The eight-tower Raffles City Chongqing rises 356 meters into the sky with 74 floors of mixed-use spaces including residences, offices, and retail areas.
The development replaced a 32-story passenger terminal and Three Gorges Hotel, which were demolished in 2012 to make way for this architectural advancement.
The complex design draws elements from traditional Chinese sailing vessels, reflecting Chongqing's historical connection to maritime trade along the Yangtze River.
The three underground floors provide extensive parking facilities while the complex connects directly to local transportation networks in the Chaotianmen district.
A 300-meter horizontal skybridge called Crystal spans across four towers, containing gardens, restaurants, and observation areas at one of the highest points in the city.
Location: Chaotianmen Subdistrict
Inception: September 29, 2012
Architects: Moshe Safdie
Official opening: September 6, 2019
Floors above the ground: 74
Height: 356 m
GPS coordinates: 29.56822,106.58375
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:36
This collection brings together major works by architect Moshe Safdie, whose practice is distinguished by particular attention to natural light, outdoor spaces, and the integration of buildings into their surroundings. From Montreal to Singapore, through Jerusalem and several American cities, his projects demonstrate an approach that seeks to reconcile contemporary needs with respect for local contexts. Among the featured works are Habitat 67 in Montreal, an experimental residential complex composed of stacked concrete modules offering each unit its own terrace, and the Marina Bay Sands complex in Singapore with its three towers connected by a 340-meter terrace. The collection also includes several museums such as the Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum in Jerusalem, the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, and the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. Other projects like the Salt Lake City Public Library, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City, or the Khalsa Heritage Memorial Complex in India illustrate the diversity of architectural programs entrusted to Safdie throughout his career.
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