Three Gorges

The grandeur of Mount Wu has been universally acknowledged since ancient times. A visit to Mount Wu always inspires poetry, and countless poets have expressed their emotions here. "Ancient trees reach the sky, merging with the azure sea; Cloudy cliffs and sheer precipices hang suspended in the void." "Endless beauty assaults the senses; the mists and rains of Mount Wu hang over a solitary sail." ... After the construction of the Three Gorges Dam, the water level rose by more than 170 meters, submerging many cities and landscapes... Locals talk about their childhoods when they could roll up their trousers and wade in the water of the Lesser Three Gorges, picking up stones and catching small fish🐠. Back then, the Yangtze River had its peaks, perilous paths, shallow banks, and a unique profession—the tracker. Today's Yangtze Three Gorges is 'Once the vast sea is now but a drop in the bucket,' with a water level nearly two hundred meters high, truly 'towering cliffs give rise to a placid lake,' and the rugged and strange gorges have taken on a different appearance. It is a pity that the ancient beauty has been lost. But the power of humanity should not be underestimated; the world has changed in countless ways with the progress of human civilization. Everything changes but change itself; the Goddess should remain unharmed, and this new scenery is also good! Thanks to the painters who recorded the Three Gorges with their lives—we still have the opportunity to glimpse this eternal beauty. Li Daoyuan's 'The Three Gorges': 'For seven hundred li through the Three Gorges, the mountains on both sides are continuous without a break. Layered rocks and stacked ridges hide the sky and the sun, and except at noon or midnight, the sun and the moon are not seen. As for the summer waters rising to Xiangling, the journey upstream is obstructed. Even if royal orders are urgent and one leaves Baidi at dawn and reaches Jiangling by dusk, covering twelve hundred li, even riding the wind cannot be considered swift. In spring and winter, the clear torrents and green pools reflect the surroundings. Many strange pines grow on the sheer cliffs, and hanging springs and waterfalls fly and wash between them, with clear glory and majestic beauty, offering much delight. Whenever it is a clear day at dawn after frost, the forest is cold and the streams are solemn. There are often high monkeys howling long, with a series of mournful and strange sounds that echo through the empty valley, lingering and eventually fading away. Hence, the fisherman's song goes: 'In Badong, the Three Gorges, Wu Gorge is long; with three cries of the monkey, tears soak one's clothes.'

🎉High Gorge Flat Lake is the most magnificent new landscape brought by the construction of the Three Gorges Project to the Yangtze River Three Gorges. The beauty of the High Gorge Flat Lake first appeared in Yichang, which has become the best viewpoint to observe the High Gorge Flat Lake. The Three Gorges Reservoir will backwater to Fengdu County, forming a 436-kilometer-long river-type Three Gorges Reservoir above the dam. The width of the river surface in many wide valley areas will increase from kilometers before storage to about 3 kilometers. The beautiful and spectacular High Gorge Flat Lake is presented to the world. The rapid river water of the past is replaced by the rippling lake surface. Some 'hidden in the boudoir, unknown to the world' landscapes are presented to tourists. The newly added gorges, lakes, islands, drifting, river sections, caves and other new landscapes are integrated with the original gorge scenery to form the rich content of the new Three Gorges tour. According to incomplete statistics, after the initial water storage of the Three Gorges Project, the Three Gorges River section will form Zigui Lake, Baidi Lake and other lakes, adding Baidi Island, Shuangjiang Island, Gourd Island and other islands, the lake is vast, the lake and mountains are beautiful, the beauty is vast, the weather is varied, and the beautiful picture of the new Three Gorges is constructed 📍Tai Ping Xi Port Passenger Terminal, Tai Ping Xi Town, Yiling District, Yichang City, Hubei Province

Every autumn and winter, the red leaves of the Three Gorges become "hot". In mid-autumn, they are colorful, in late autumn, the forests are dyed, and in early winter, they are in full swing. In winter, the water is calm, and the river water presents a very beautiful turquoise color. The red leaves all over the mountains, combined with the turquoise river water and the unique gorge terrain of the Yangtze River Three Gorges, add a cinnabar-like embellishment to the ink painting, making it so beautiful that it is intoxicating. It is truly amazing. ⛺【Red Leaf Viewing Time】: November-December 🛬【Destinations】: Yichang, Badong, Wushan, Fengjie, Chongqing, etc. 🧡【Suggested Touring Methods】: Since the Yangtze River Three Gorges is a gorge terrain with high mountains and dangerous roads, and the red leaf spots are relatively scattered, it is recommended that elderly tourists and tourists from distant provinces and cities choose a cruise tour. Tourists from surrounding provinces and cities with good physical strength are recommended to choose self-driving tours. Cruise Tour - No travel fatigue, more than 100 crew members serving the whole ship, relaxed and leisurely, super worry-free, good food and accommodation, you only need to do one thing, have fun! Downstream (2-4 days): Depart from Chongqing, pass through Fengdu, Fengjie, Yangtze River Three Gorges, Wushan, and arrive in Yichang. Upstream (3-5 days): Board the ship in Yichang, pass through the Yangtze River Three Gorges, Wushan, Fengjie, Fengdu, and arrive in Chongqing. Self-driving Tour - Personalized, no time limit, for the cultural scenery you are interested in, you can have a deeper experience. Route Reference: D1: Arrive in Chongqing or Wanzhou, have a hot pot first. Drive on the highway to Fengjie. Stay: Fengjie D2: Go to the 【Baidi City·Qutang Gorge】 Scenic Area, the Baidi City mentioned in the poem "Farewell to Baidi City in the Morning Clouds". Check in at the same spot as the 10 yuan RMB - Kuimen Tianxiaxiong. You can first take a boat to the opposite Chijia Mountain, climb the mountain to enjoy the continuous monkey cries on both sides, and the red leaves and boats in the gorge. Stay: Fengjie D3: Go to the 【Three Gorges Peak】 Scenic Area in the morning, check in at the highest viewing platform in the Yangtze River Three Gorges, and welcome the sunrise of the Three Gorges. In the afternoon, go to the Wushan Wenfeng Scenic Area to see the red leaves and enjoy the sunset. Stay in Wushan at night and taste Wushan grilled fish. D4: Take a boat tour of the 【Lesser Three Gorges】 from Wushan Jiutou Pier, return in the afternoon. Stay: Wushan D5: Take a boat tour of the 【Goddess Peak】 Scenic Area from Wushan Jiutou Pier, climb Goddess Peak, and see the century-old red leaf sacred tree. After descending the mountain, you can take a boat to Qingshi Village deep in Wu Gorge, stay overnight in this small village that can only be reached by boat, and experience the real Three Gorges family. D6: Return trip. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the Yangtze River Three Gorges also has a profound historical heritage. It is still the only gorge landscape in the world. I think as a Chinese, you should not miss its beauty.

The Three Gorges, a place most people first learn about from books. Li Bai penned the famous lines 'The sounds of monkeys on either bank can't be stopped, the light boat has already passed thousands of mountains' during a turning point in his life, and to this day, it is still celebrated by people around the world. Yu Qiuyu wrote in 'Cultural Journey': 'Among the interesting places in China, if I could only mention one, it would be the Three Gorges.' Why do the Three Gorges captivate literati and scholars from all walks of life to linger and forget to return? Perhaps this journey can give us the answer~ 📍 Here is the Qutang Gorge, known for its perilous terrain, where the narrowest part of the river is just over 10 meters, yet the peaks on both sides can reach thousands of meters high. The ancients described it as 'Peaks join the sky, boats travel through earth's crevices,' a unique scenery that one must see when visiting the Three Gorges. 📍 Here is the summit of the Three Gorges, the highest point of the Yangtze River Three Gorges landscape, offering a comprehensive overlook of the magnificent scenery of the Three Gorges, bringing a thrilling visual experience. 📍 Here are the Kui Prefecture Museum and the Wushan Museum, rich in cultural relics, where you can explore the little-known stories behind ancient artifacts and look back on the history of this land over thousands of years. 📍 This is also the background image of the 10 yuan banknote, just bring the banknote and you can take a photo check-in on the spot~ Fun and interesting special activities: ✅ Calligraphy and Poetry Gathering Many literati and scholars were inspired to write timeless poems when passing through the Three Gorges. On the banks of the Three Gorges, we have also prepared a recitation gathering for everyone, facing the river breeze of the Three Gorges to recite poems and experience the carefree and hearty dialogue with history. ✅ Tea Tasting in the Clouds🍵 What does it feel like to drink tea in the clouds? Before you is the magnificent view of the Three Gorges, and in your ears is the crisp chirping of birds in the mountains. With the fragrant tea entering your mouth, accompanied by such beautiful scenery, whenever you reminisce, the aftertaste is always tinged with a hint of sweetness. 🥢Specialty food enjoyment 🔴 Wushan Grilled Fish It is said that you eat what the land or water provides, and the people of Wushan have a deep understanding of how to cook fish. The grilled fish, famous for its spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavor with tender meat and sticky skin, is a 'must-eat in Wushan'! 🔴 Salt-baked Chicken Salt-baked chicken is a unique intangible cultural heritage food of Fengjie, with unique cooking utensils that use steam as the broth, preserving the original flavors of the chicken and cured meat. The meat is tender, and the soup is fresh and tasty, truly a delicacy that has been passed down for a thousand years! 🔍Itinerary Preview 🔹DAY1: Gather and depart to Fengjie - Lunch - Tour Qutang Gorge - Kui Prefecture Museum - Qutang Gorge·Baidi City - Dinner 🔹DAY2: Visit the summit of the Three Gorges - Lunch - Tour the Lesser Three Gorges - Specialty meal 🔹DAY3: Wushan Museum - Tour Wenfeng Scenic Area - Lunch - Return trip

Chinese name Yangtze River Three Gorges Geographical location Chongqing City, Yiling District, Yichang City, Hubei Province Climate conditions Subtropical monsoon climate zone Opening hours Open all day Ticket price Free Famous attractions Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, Xiling Gorge Length 193 kilometers Recommended play time 2-3 days Suitable for playing season Spring and autumn The Yangtze River Three Gorges starts from Baidi City in Fengjie County, Chongqing City, and ends at Nanjinguan in Yichang City, Hubei Province. The whole journey is surrounded by beautiful scenery and full of artistic atmosphere. The Yangtze River has become a symbol of China, and the completion of the Three Gorges Dam in Yichang has attracted countless Chinese and foreign tourists. You can carefully taste Li Bai's artistic conception of 'the ape's voice on both banks cannot stop, and the light boat has passed thousands of mountains', which has a unique flavor! Seeing is believing. 🌿I went to the Three Gorges and was completely conquered by the beautiful scenery here. I admired the magnificence of Qutang Gorge, understood the beauty of Wu Gorge, and explored the danger of Xiling Gorge. Isn't the most beautiful mountain and river scenery in China here? · 🌊The surging Yangtze River, flowing from west to east through the Three Gorges, nourishes the Chinese culture for thousands of years, and also breeds the unique human and natural landscape of the Three Gorges. The ancient Fengdu Ghost City, the culturally rich Baidi City, the majestic Three Gorges Dam, and the poetic Three Gorges people, every attraction surprises me! . ⛰️Attractions recommendation ①Qutang Gorge The river channel in the gorge is narrow, the narrowest place is only a few tens of meters, which makes the cliffs on both sides cling to each other, adding a bit of majesty. The most shocking is the Kui Gate. The Baiyan Mountain and Chijia Mountain on both sides rise from the ground, towering into the clouds, like a city gate set up by heaven and earth, tightly bundling the surging river into a gully. Seeing this scene, you can understand why Du Fu wrote 'All the waters will meet in Fuling, and Qutang will fight for one door.' . ②Wu Gorge There are many strange peaks and cliffs in the gorge, sometimes the mountains are in front of you, like the river is blocked; in a blink of an eye, the peaks turn and the water veins are connected. The roaring river constantly changes direction, making it dazzling. Coupled with the misty fog, it really makes people feel like they have entered a fairyland. . 👉🏻About transportation 🛳️Take the waterway and take a cruise from Chongqing. This is a more relaxed and comfortable way. Eat, live, and play on the boat all the way, without leaving the room, you can see the scenery of the Three Gorges. When making a travel guide, I also found that some friends take the land route, which I personally think is too troublesome, especially making a guide is too brain-burning, and I have to arrange hotel accommodation, attraction tickets and so on. After comparison, I decisively chose the cruise. ~ ⚠️How to choose a boat? When I first saw the Three Gorges cruise ship, I was shocked. I didn't expect that there were more than 40 cruise ships on the hundreds of miles of the Three Gorges, which really dazzled me. After doing some guides, I found a few good boats and recommended them to everyone: ♦️Cruise ships suitable for taking babies Yangtze River No. 3: The big boat in the water is regarded as the ceiling of the Three Gorges cruise ship industry. It is equipped with children's playgrounds, open-air swimming pools and other rich entertainment venues, and more delicious Chinese and Western buffets. . ♦️Cruise ships suitable for taking parents Yangtze River Exploration: High-end exquisite cruise ship, a classic example of small and beautiful. The passenger capacity does not exceed 124 people, quiet and not noisy. Yangtze River No. 1: You can directly pass through the ship lift and Gezhouba ship lock, unique route design, full of feelings, loved by elderly tourists. · ♦️Cruise ships suitable for young people Kaiyue: A super-large ship of 17,000 tons, with a blue-tone decoration style, fashionable and dynamic, delicious buffet, the first choice for young people. · 🍃The 700-mile Three Gorges is magnificent and varied, with stacked green forests, birds and flowers, vast blue waves, and high mountains and flowing water! If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the world, why not take a Three Gorges cruise and come here for a visit. Walk into such green mountains and green waters, throw away the troubles of the world, and enjoy a moment of tranquility and beauty!

#familytrips2024 As the boat glided through the misty Three Gorges, laughter echoed as we soaked in the breathtaking scenery. My parents' smiles mirrored the grandeur of the towering cliffs, while my siblings and I eagerly snapped photos, capturing memories that would last a lifetime. The gentle sway of the boat felt like a comforting embrace, uniting us in awe of nature's splendor. Together, we marveled at the ancient villages nestled along the banks, each with its own story to tell, weaving a tapestry of history beneath the azure sky. Next on our family's travel wishlist is the enchanting land of New Zealand, where we dream of exploring lush green landscapes, encountering majestic wildlife, and embarking on thrilling adventures amidst snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes.

Li Bai's line from "Thirty Thousand Miles in Chang'an" "A light boat has passed through thousands of mountains" has made the Three Gorges popular once again. ⛺【Travel Tips】: To visit the Three Gorges, you must choose to take a cruise. This time, student Xiao Jiang chose the internationally renowned five-star brand "American Victoria" Victoria Lianna, which comes with a private balcony and is equipped with an elevator. The ship is fully equipped with facilities including guest rooms, bars, gyms, shops, KTV, restaurants, etc., meeting all entertainment and lifestyle needs for a simple and happy journey. - 🛬【Itinerary】: D1【Pack up ◎ Happy departure】Wuhan surrounding tour D2【River City Wuhan ◎ Nine Provinces Thoroughfare】Yellow Crane Tower in Wuhan → Yangtze River Bridge → East Lake → Jingzhou Guan Yu Temple D3【Ba Style and Chu Charm ◎ Century Project】 Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area → Two Dams and One Gorge → In-depth tour of Xiling Gorge → Ship view of Gezhouba Dam D4【Fairy Romance ◎ Poetic City of White Emperor】Goddess Stream → White Emperor City D5【Charming Chongqing ◎ City of Magic】Fengdu Ghost City → Hongya Cave Folk Customs Area → Liberation Monument → Liziba Light Rail Station through the building → Ciqikou D6【Return Fully Loaded ◎ A Worthwhile Trip】 - 🧡【Food Recommendations】: Good food + Good accommodation + Beautiful scenery + Good service = A perfect trip Wuhan: Lao Tong Cheng's three delicacies bean skin, Si Ji Mei's soup dumplings, Cai Lin Ji's hot dry noodles, Shun Xiang Ju's shaomai, Fu Qing He's beef and bean vermicelli, Xiao Tao Yuan's stewed soup, Tian Qi Heng's paste soup noodles, Xie Rong De's noodle nests are known as Wuhan's eight famous snacks. Yichang: Radish dumplings, spicy red oil noodles, cold shrimp, cold mixed knotweed roots, roasted potatoes, marinated tofu, crispy oil, spring rolls, Jing fruit strips, Ding Ding cake. Chongqing: Chongqing hotpot, Chongqing noodles, Chen Jianping's twisted dough sticks, cold pot skewers, hot and sour rice noodles, grilled squid, fried potatoes, cold jelly, cold noodles, Mao blood curd. Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area

🚢 Experience: The entire journey was relaxing and enjoyable. It felt like staying in a moving hotel, without the hassle of dragging luggage around. Every day, we could enjoy different river views, which was a really refreshing experience! 📸 Photo Tips: ① The boarding area on the first floor, with windows on both sides acting like natural photo frames, makes it easy to take great shots. ② Highly recommend booking a room with a balcony. Sitting on the balcony with the river view as the background, every photo turns out beautiful. ③ The bow area on the second floor is also a great spot for photos. ④ The top deck offers a wide view and is a great place for taking pictures. Each ship type may vary, so there might be differences. I hope you find even better photo spots and share them with me! 💞👻