[1] A satellite town in the north of central Chongqing, Beibei got its name because of the huge rock that extends to the middle of Jialing River, and is known for its historical culture in the period of the Republic of China.

It covers around 755 square kilometers (292 sq mi) and has a population of about 834,887 (2020).

[2] Beibei is located at the outer side of the Chongqing Metropolitan Area.

It shares borders with Shapingba (south), Bishan (west), Hechuan (north), and Yubei (east), on the west bank of Jialing River.

Beibei is served by one metro line operated by Chongqing Rail Transit: Beibei is one of the three national industry bases for measuring instrument.