The Monument to the Victory of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the People's Liberation Monument, referred to as "the Monument to the people's Liberation", is located in the center of the Monument to the people's Liberation Commercial Pedestrian Street in Yuzhong District, Chongqing City, the People's Republic of China. Construction began on October 31, 1946 and was completed in August 1947. It is a spiritual symbol of the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the only monument in China commemorating the victory of the Chinese nation's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

　　1. History of Monument to the people's Liberation

　　Monument to the people's Liberation is a landmark building in Chongqing. It is located on Monument to the people's Liberation Pedestrian Street and was built in 1945 to celebrate the victory of the Chinese People's Liberation Army in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the War of Liberation.

　　2. Development of Monument to the people's Liberation

　　In addition to the weight of history, Monument to the people's Liberation also bears the prosperity and development of the city. The Monument to the people's Liberation Pedestrian Street where it is located is one of the most prosperous commercial areas in Chongqing, with various shopping centers, restaurants and entertainment venues. The lights on the pedestrian street are bright, the shops of various fashion brands are dazzling, and the aroma of various delicacies is overflowing, making people salivate. Strolling here, you can not only feel the vitality and charm of the city, but also taste the fun of various delicacies and shopping. Since it was awarded the title of "National Demonstration Pedestrian Street" in 2020, Monument to the people's Liberation Pedestrian Street has continued to deepen the reform effect, deepen the integrated development of Monument to the people's Liberation-Chaotianmen, and take Monument to the people's Liberation "National Demonstration Pedestrian Street" as a demonstration and guide to form a commercial pattern of "one core, two banks, seven streets and ten lanes", and build a number of "blocks, back streets, rooftops, river banks, trails, caves" and other consumption scenes with mountain city characteristics.

　　3. The significance of the Liberation Monument

　　The Liberation Monument can be regarded as the "soul" of Chongqing people. Although it is not as dazzling as the Oriental Pearl Tower, nor as legendary as the Leifeng Pagoda, in the hearts of every Chongqing citizen, the existence of the Liberation Monument has a special meaning and is the spiritual landmark of this city. If you have never been to the Liberation Monument to savor the traces of wind and rain on the monument, you may not understand the tenacity hidden deep in Chongqing's blood and the deep imprint of history. As the last megacity liberated by the Chinese People's Liberation Army in the War of Liberation, the liberation of Chongqing marked the complete collapse of the fantasy of the Kuomintang government headed by Chiang Kai-shek to "build the capital in Chongqing, split off the southwest, and wait for changes in the international situation." At the same time, it laid a solid material foundation for the liberation of the entire southwest and then the peaceful liberation of Tibet. It occupies a very important position in the history of the Chinese People's Liberation War.

　　4. Design features of the Liberation Monument

　　(1) Overall structure

　　1. Height and material: The height of the Liberation Monument is about 27.5 meters (some say 46.7 meters, but the more common 27.5 meters is used here). It adopts a reinforced concrete structure and is overall solid and stable. 2. Shape: The Jiefang Monument is an octagonal column with a helmet-shaped top structure. The body of the monument is made of white marble inlaid on four sides, which looks solemn and elegant.

　　(2) Detailed design

　　1. Design of the top of the monument: The top of the monument is decorated with a five-pointed star (or a golden five-star red flag), which symbolizes the unity and victory of the Chinese nation and is also the finishing touch of the Jiefang Monument.

　　2. Design inside the monument: There are eight floors inside the monument, including the underground, with a spiral staircase leading directly to the top of the monument, which is convenient for tourists to climb to the top and overlook the city scenery. At the same time, there are self-ringing clocks on the four sides of the top of the monument facing the street, which adds to its practicality and ornamental value.

　　3. Monument platform and flower garden: The flower garden around the monument platform not only beautifies the environment, but also embodies the concept of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.

　　(3) Style and significance

　　1. Style: The overall Jiefang Monument presents a typical Chinese style, which complements the surrounding traditional buildings and shows the historical and cultural heritage of Chongqing.

　　2. Significance: The Jiefang Monument is not only a monument to celebrate the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, but also a symbol of the Chinese people standing up and moving towards a new life. It has witnessed the prosperity and development of Chongqing and is an important witness to the struggle of the Chongqing people.

　　(4) Integration with the surrounding environment

　　Located in the center of Monument to the people's Liberation Commercial Pedestrian Street, Monument to the people's Liberation is surrounded by tall buildings and a strong commercial atmosphere. However, with its unique architectural style and profound historical significance, Monument to the people's Liberation stands out in the bustling commercial environment and has become a landmark building in the city. At the same time, Monument to the people's Liberation is also one of the important places for Chongqing citizens and tourists to relax, entertain and shop. It complements the surrounding commercial facilities, cultural attractions, etc., and together they constitute Chongqing's unique urban style.