Summit of the Three Gorges (Sanxia Zhi Dian)
On the summit of Chijia Mountain on the north bank of Qutang Gorge (1,388 m above sea level): the highest viewing platform in the Three Gorges overlooks Kuimen and the full sweep of the gorge, with the river like a ribbon and the mountains like a galloping herd
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:30-17:00
- Ticket
- CNY 50 (shuttle included)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
On the summit of Chijia Mountain on the north bank of Qutang Gorge (1,388 m above sea level): the highest viewing platform in the Three Gorges overlooks Kuimen and the full sweep of the gorge, with the river like a ribbon and the mountains like a galloping herd. Du Fu wrote "Endless leaves fall, soughing down" from "Climbing High" near here — the culture of the Poet Sage gives the site its soul. Admission CNY 50 (shuttle included), 08:30-17:00; reachable by self-drive from Fengjie county town or by scenic area shuttle; views are best on clear days.
Getting there: Self-drive from Fengjie county town / scenic area shuttle
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