Abstrcat An investigation of abandoned quarries in the urban district in Chongqing City are presented. Degradation of the natural landscape and ecosystem condition in these areas is assessed. In light of this results of the assessment, a preliminary plan for ecosystem and landscape restoration of the abandoned quarries is put forward. The plan comprises developmental renovation, engineering renovation, landscape reconstruction, reafforestation and ecological restoration. Possible policy and management measures and the raising of funds during the process of ecological restoration and renovation in abandoned quarries are discussed