The Three Gorges in the Yangtze River Valley comprise Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. The Three Gorges area starts at Baidicheng (White Emperor Town), Fengjie in Chongqing and extends to Nanjin Pass,
Yichang in Hubei Province. It stretches over a total of 120 miles. Qutang Gorge is renowned for its majestic appearance. The peaks tower above the river and the waters tumble down in torrents. Wu Gorge is splendid, intertwined and secluded, housing the famous Twelve Peaks. The longest gorge (66km long) of the three gorges. In the past, it was known for its hazardous shoals and rapids. Today, the danger spots have been eliminated, but the fine scenery remains.
Three Gorges Dam  |
Ancient Calligraphy on the Cliffs of Yangtze  |
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The Yangtze River  |
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The Yangtze Boat Trackers  |
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A Fisher Man's Family  |
The Lesser Three Gorges  |
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Shibaozhai Temple  |
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China Sailing Through The Locks  |
