For these 20 photos, I took a Three Gorges cruise❗️
For these 20 photos, I specifically took a Three Gorges cruise. This time, I boarded the Century Glory, traveling upstream from Yichang to Chongqing over 5 days and 4 nights, enjoying the breathtaking scenery of the Yangtze River's Three Gorges all at once.
P1, P2: Boarding at Maoping Port. The pastel green cable car, the red barge, and the surrounding mountains create a fairytale-like scene.
P3, P4: The Three Gorges Dam. A monumental project of the century, truly magnificent. Even on a cloudy day, the photos resemble traditional Chinese ink paintings.
P5: Puppy Mountain. Located in the Xiling Gorge section, this adorable "🐶" is currently a popular spot. It's opposite the Jiuwanxi Bridge in Zigui, and the host will specifically point it out.
P6, P7: Goddess Stream. A relatively niche attraction that is easily accessible only by taking a Three Gorges cruise. The scenery on both sides is stunning, though the return trip includes persistent sales pitches from local guides.
P8: Wu Gorge. "Apart from the clouds of Wushan, there are no other clouds." Wu Gorge is my favorite among the Three Gorges.
P9: Qutang Gorge. The Kui Gate, featured on the 10-yuan RMB note, is a must-see!
P10: The first gate of Baidi City. Before entering, climb a short distance to the left and take a photo through the circular gate to avoid the crowds.
P11: After passing through the gate in P10, you can buy an ice cream and take a photo with the iconic main gate.
P12, P13: On the way down from Baidi City, there are pavilions and stone walls by the river, which are great spots for photos with Kui Gate in the background.
P14, P15: Before returning to the dock, don't miss Yidou Gate. Use passing pedestrians to create a time-lapse effect by slowing down the shutter speed. Walking down from the gate to the dock, you can also take great photos through the gate.
P16: Fengdu Ghost City. Visiting here feels like crossing the "Gate of Hell," symbolizing a smooth journey in life thereafter.
P17, P18: The floating bridge in front of Fengdu Dock is another excellent spot for photos with the ship.
P19: Night view of Fuling District, capturing the city lights as they first come on.
P20: Arriving at Chongqing's Chaotianmen Dock, this angle of the Raffles City complex can only be captured from the ship.
These are essentially the attractions covered during the 5-day, 4-night Three Gorges cruise. If you travel downstream from Chongqing to Yichang, the trip is one day shorter, but the attractions and itinerary are largely the same. The upstream journey from Yichang to Chongqing includes an extra day because the ship doesn't sail on the first night. For more details about the food and entertainment on board, check out another post.