Chongqing's Happy Valley boasts a complex landscape featuring a river, a valley and cliff.[Photo by Yang Feiyue/China Daily]

Unique experiences

Local elements featuring gourmet food and culture have also been integrated into the park to distinguish it from its counterparts.

Performances will also be staged to spice up the visitor experience. They include magic shows, dinosaur and pirate-themed float parades, light shows and a Halloween carnival.

To help visitors explore the park, a mobile app has been developed to allow ticket purchases and make reservations.

Transportation is easy too. The park is roughly a 30-minute drive from the city's downtown. And the city rail can also carry visitors to the park.

With several theme parks coming down the pike, it seems Chongqing will ultimately become the place for those wanting to play.

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