AttractionsFlush with excitement, visitors are rushing to capture photos in this palace-like restroom.

A toilet becomes new tourist attraction in China

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The bathroom entrance leads to a corridor adorned with plants.
The bathroom entrance leads to a corridor adorned with plants. Photo Credit: SFAP

When people think of attractions, they usually imagine magnificent monuments or thrilling theme parks. However, a toilet is typically the last thing on their minds. Yet, surprisingly, that has become the case.

Nestled on the sixth floor of the Deji Plaza shopping centre in Nanjing, China, this lavatory has gone beyond simply being a place to answer the call of nature, morphing into tourist hotspot.

This restroom defies expectations at every turn. Visitors are greeted by a lavish hallway adorned with a flower-speckled fountain. The interior exudes opulence, featuring Champagne-gold grilles, plush velvet sofas, and vanity mirrors reminiscent of a Hollywood dressing room.

The vanity area is equipped with plush chairs and backlit mirrors.
The vanity area is equipped with plush chairs and backlit mirrors.

What sets this bathroom apart isn't just its aesthetic appeal, but its functionality. Alongside the standard facilities, there's a nursing room, an accessible toilet, and a parent-child room, catering to diverse needs.

Cecilia Huang, brand director of Deji Plaza, shared insights into the design process, revealing the firm's ambition to create a space that seamlessly blends art appreciation with leisure experience. The result? A 'palatial sanctuary' that has captivated the public imagination, drawing tourists from far and wide.

Social media platforms buzz with photos and reviews, with visitors reveling in the whimsical garden-like ambiance and soothing atmosphere. So, is this the world's most beautiful public toilet? With its blend of luxury, functionality, and sheer novelty, it certainly makes a compelling case. Perhaps it's time to rethink what constitutes a tourist attraction—after all, sometimes, beauty truly does lie in the most unexpected places.

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