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Three Gorges

Nanjinguan Village, Yaowan Country, Yiling District, Yichang 443002, China
Ranked #2 of 25 attractions in Yichang
4.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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160 reviews 160 reviews
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67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The three gorges are the narrower passages through which the river flows, often flanked by higher mountain tops than the regions between the gorges. Along the way you see mountain tops, pagodas, towns, walkways, bridges. If the skies are not misted over, you can enjoy every minute but be prepared for overcast. Take the journey in the smaller boats through... More

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Buderim, Australia
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Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Make sure you go on the cruise as there are many interesting things to see with the side trips and the boat trip was a great way to relax on the trip

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Brisbane, Australia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Not to be missed. The history and culture of these gorges must be experienced by boat. Some of the prettiest sights I have ever seen!

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Singapore River, Singapore
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

The Yangtze Gold 1 cruise from Yichang took a leisurely 3 days to travel upstream to Chongqing. The ship is relatively new and thus well furnished, with a small balcony where you can sit and enjoy the passing scenery. The food is usually a buffet catering to both western and local chinese palate of above average quality if not always... More

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Brisbane
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

Excellent visitor centre with static displays and models .

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Brookline, MA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

Spectacular but you have to get up early as the ship passes the gorges or you just wasted your money.....that is the whole purpose of the cruise.

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Berlin
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2011
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