Famous Natural Scenery and Historical Attractions along Yangtze River
by Alva

September18

If you make a plan to join the Yangtze River Cruise tour during vacation then this is a list of interesting and popular attractions that you could visit. Not only many nature landscapes, but also some historical relics you could explore during your Yangtze River Tour. Here is the list of those interesting places.

Three Gorges
Three GorgesMost Impressive Three Gorges

Three Gorges or also called Sanxia in Chinese is the most impressive and stunning section along Yangtze River. That golden part has three famous gorges including the Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. Three gorges will always shows the beauty and stunning sceneries surround by nature including mountains, blue skies and clear water. Become one of the famous stops along Yangtze River, Three Gorges will become your highlight for the tour.

Three Gorges Dam
Three Gorges DamHuge Project Three Gorges Dam

Located in the Yiling District of Yichang, Three Gorges Dam is one of the huge projects of China and has become the world's largest electricity-generating. The construction of the dam formally began in 1994 and was completed in the summer of 2006. During Yangtze River Cruise, you will able to see and enjoy this huge dam project that offers stunning sceneries as well as modern equipment and technology that you could strongly feel it.

Shennong Stream
Shennong StreamMost Important Ports Shennong Stream

Shennong Stream also known by its Chinese name of "Shen Nong Xi" is one of the most important ports of call for Yangtze Three Gorges tour. The length of the stream is 60 km (36 miles) and located on the border between Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. It starts from the southern part of Shennongjia Natural Reserve until joins the Yangtze River in Badong County, Hubei Province. Different from other parts along Yangtze River, Shennong Stream offer unique sceneries with its own characteristic. Experience it by yourself if you comes visit the stream!

Fengdu Ghost City
Fengdu Ghost CityMystery Fengdu Ghost City

Fengdu Ghost City is located surround by Ming Shan Hill, home of Tianzi, the King of the Dead. It has also known as "City of Ghosts" and has a history of 1,900 years full with ancient mystic legends. Enter the area, you will see what Chinese would call a model of hell, it is a place to learn about Chinese ghost culture and the afterlife. There are many statues of ghosts and devils in the temples which describe the after-life where people who disobey ancient Chinese morals are punished in every horrifying ways. Become one of the attractions that you could visit during Yangtze River Tour, Fengdu Ghost City definitely will brings different and new experience for you.

Dazu Rock Carvings
Dazu Rock CarvingsHighest Artistic Value Dazu Rock Carvings

Dazu Rock Carvings is located 160 kilometers to the west of Chongqing. Over 60,000 carved stone figures relating mainly to Buddhism are spread around 76 places. It made a contribution of Buddhist cave sculptures art with highest artistic value.
Listed as one of the World Heritage China by UNESCO, Dazu Rock Carvings represents an important chapter in China cultural and religious history. They provide outstanding evidence of the harmonious synthesis of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism.

Yangtze River or also called Chang Jiang in Chinese has always been a major transportation facility in China as well as an important part of tourism in China. It offers a colorful nature sceneries and authentic history in your tour exploring the Yangtze River.

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