Three Gorges
长江三峡
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River
Welcome to the Three Gorges, a masterwork of natural erosion and human engineering along the Yangtze River, also known in China as the Chang Jiang or Long River. As we begin this journey, imagine the immense power required for a…
Listen in the app2The Formidable Kuimen Gate and Qutang Gorge
We begin at Qutang Gorge, the shortest but perhaps the most dramatic of the three. At only eight kilometers long, it makes up for its brevity with sheer vertical intensity. …
Listen in the app3Baidicheng: The White Emperor City of Poems
Perched on a hill overlooking the entrance to Qutang Gorge lies Baidicheng, or White Emperor City. This historic site is stepped in the romanticism of the Three Kingdoms period and the elegance of Tang Dynasty poetry. …
Listen in the app4The Elegance of Wu Gorge and the Twelve Peaks
As we move further downstream, the landscape softens into the ethereal beauty of Wu Gorge. Extending 45 kilometers, this gorge is famous for its deep valleys and the 'Twelve Peaks of Wushan,' which are often shrouded in a…
Listen in the app5The Emerald Splendor of Shennv Stream
A highlight of the journey through Wu Gorge is a side excursion into Shennv Stream, or Goddess Stream. To explore this narrow canyon, we must transfer to smaller, traditional-style wooden boats that can navigate the shallow and…
Listen in the app6Fengdu: The Mysterious City of Ghosts
On the northern bank of the Yangtze lies Fengdu Ghost City, an ancient site with a history spanning over 2,000 years. This is a place where Chinese mythology regarding the afterlife comes to life. …
Listen in the app7The Engineering Marvel: Three Gorges Dam and Ship Lift
We conclude our journey at the Three Gorges Dam near Yichang, the world’s largest hydroelectric project and a staggering feat of modern engineering. Spanning 2.3 kilometers across the Yangtze, this dam is central to China’s flood…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through the Three Gorges comes to an end, take a moment to look back at the river that has been our constant companion. We have traveled through geological time, cultural history, and modern ambition. …
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What is Three Gorges?
Three Gorges is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 31.0428, 109.5614 |
| Last updated |
