The Three Gorges

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The Three Gorges

Beginning at Baidi City, the Three Gorges – comprising the Qutang, Wu, and Xiling gorges – have been described by many poems since ancient times. You can contemplate its natural greatness from two of the most famous scenic spots, the Fengdu Ghost City and the Sibaozhai Pagoda.

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addressSibaozhai, Chongqing

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