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Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge)
About
100 kilometers (62 miles) northwest of Lijiang Old Town lying between
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Xueshan) and Haba Snow Mountain (Haba
Xueshan) is Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge), which is believed to be
the deepest gorge in the world. From the top of the gorge you look down
the steeply angled (70-90 degrees) mountain sides to the rushing Golden
Sands (Jingsha) River with its 18 frothing rapids more than 200 meters
(about 700 feet) below.
Naturally divided into three sections, the first section, which is the
narrowest and uppermost section, is the mouth of the fast flowing Jingsha
River. In the midst of the river's mouth is a large rock that is positioned
at the gorge's narrowest section-only 30 meters (33 yards) wide. An ancient
legend says that a tiger used this rock as its stepping stone so it could
leap across from one side of the gorge to the other, which is how the
gorge got its name.
As the river enters the middle section, it drops another 100 meters (330
feet) and its flow rate increases to an amazing speed. Here the thunderous
rushing waters slam into sharp, large rocks and crash down into the river
forming swirling whirlpools. Can it get more exciting? Yes, it can as
the third and lowest section is acclaimed for being the wildest attraction
of all!
The
cliffs over-looking this section are even steeper and much more dangerous.
Here, the river twists and turns and the river vigorously surges forward
creating high waves and a frothy spew as it collides with the mountainsides.
This is a view that inspires a sense of adventure and satisfies the deepest
yearnings for magnificent scenery.
The gorge stretches about 15 kilometers (nine miles) and also affords
people the possibility of rafting and drifting peacefully in its large
quiet sections, for the gentler folks among us and an exciting rafting
adventure for the more experienced. Do not want to raft?
Useful Tips: This is a great sightseeing stop with enormous photo opportunities.
Bring your camera, wear skidproof shoes, and be prepared to be astonished.
Admission Fee: RMB 35
Recommended Time for a Visit: Two hours
Opening Hours: 08:30 to 18:00
About
100 kilometers (62 miles) northwest of Lijiang Old Town lying between
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Xueshan) and Haba Snow Mountain (Haba
Xueshan) is Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge), which is believed to be
the deepest gorge in the world. From the top of the gorge you look down
the steeply angled (70-90 degrees) mountain sides to the rushing Golden
Sands (Jingsha) River with its 18 frothing rapids more than 200 meters
(about 700 feet) below.
The
cliffs over-looking this section are even steeper and much more dangerous.
Here, the river twists and turns and the river vigorously surges forward
creating high waves and a frothy spew as it collides with the mountainsides.
This is a view that inspires a sense of adventure and satisfies the deepest
yearnings for magnificent scenery.