History always grants people with wisdom and power in a special way. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. In order to study and apply President Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era and the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China,to better meet the ever-growing cultural needs of the people,to enhance cultural confidence,to hold the roots of Chongqing as a mountain city,to help fulfill the goals of;'two points" "two lands" and "two highs",to give play to "three roles" and create sound political ecology,the Chongqing Local Chronicles Ofiice organized the compilation of General Introduction to Natural and Cultural Geography of Chongqing (《重庆地情概览》 )and General Introduction to Urban and Rural Conditions of Chongqing ( 《重庆市情概览》 ) eamestly.The former focuses on Chongqing in history and the latter emphasizes on present Chongqing. Based on historical local chronicles and new socialist local chronicles,General Introduction to Natural and Cultural Geography of Chongqing introduces Chongqing from comprehensive and three-dimensional perspectives with pictures and illustrations that display Chongqing in the aspects of its history,culture,social changes,reform and development since ancient times,exploring the tenacious,indomitable,upright and frank spirit of the Chongqing people,promoting the image of Chongqing and build the city brand. This book includes natural environment,population and nation,historical development,economic development,cultureand tourism,social cause development,ecological civilization construction,ThreeGorges Migrants,etc.