Chongqing People's Hall
During
the year 1951, an auditorium was supposed to be constructed at Chongqing under
leadership of great Marshal He Long in order to accommodate the overseas as
well as domestic guests. The construction was completed in the year 1954 and
was given the name as People’s Assembly Hall of Chongqing in 1955. After about
fifty years, this hall is still in same condition with a prominent status at
the Xuetian Wan in Renmin Road of Chongqing. This hall complex is in fact a
group of linked or attached structures that possess a hall along with 3
attached buildings in the eastern, northern and southern sides respectively.
All together, these will cover a total area of sixty six thousand sq. m., that is,
approximately sixteen and half acres. In this, 18.5 thousand sq. m. is covered
by hall. The height of the hall is sixty six meters. it possesses a large
capacity of over four thousand seats.
Spectacular
dome and magnificent treat
The
great hall of people is also known as Sino Soviet building. It is very big. The
dome of this hall resembles the Temple of Heaven located in Beijing. The
Chongqing People’s Hall is regarded as a symbol in Chongqing that reveals its
culture and history. The big square located in front of the hall is well
decorated with several lights and fountains. Certain architects form abroad
considered the great hall for people as a very good building of China which is
built during the period from 1949 to late eighties. The hall possesses a dome
that is red tiered. The height of dome is fifty five meters.
Colorful
illuminations
The
square in front was constructed in 1997. Its ground is fully paved with stone
tiles that are very smooth. Here, there is a big stage for official functions
as well as performances. Sometimes, even stunning light shows are put on at
great hall of people. The lightings will be fully controlled by computers. The
water fountains in main building and square will be colorfully light. The hall
is having an architectural style used in Qing and Ming dynasties. Greenish tile
dome is well supported by the crimson columns. Hall’s dome, brim and parapet
railing gleam in sun. Pillars of building and various structural members of
People’s Hall are ornately sculpted. The whole assemblage is in clustered round
beautiful lush trees which complements the visual experience of building.
Travel
Tips
Chongqing
People's Hall or Assembly Hall of People does impress the travelers a lot
whether it is daytime or night time. To include this attractive spot is a good
decision that one must take. The entrance fee is just ten Yuan. The opening
hours start from 8.10 am to 5.50 pm. The time suggested for a visit to Chongqing
People's Hall is a minimum of thirty minutes. Bus services are available to
this Assembly Hall of People. One can get off at the Assembly Hall Station from
Chongqing.
Visit
People’s Hall of Chongqing at the earliest! It is really worth. It will help
you to learn different architectural styles.
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