CKG → YIH

Chongqing Confluence

Aerial view of the Jialing River meeting the Yangtze at Chaotianmen amidst high-rise skyscrapers.

Daba Mountains

Rugged, high-altitude limestone peaks that form a natural border between the Sichuan Basin and the north.

Shennongjia Wilderness

Distances views of the dense, primeval forests of Hubei, a UNESCO site known for its extreme biodiversity.

Three Gorges Dam

The world's largest hydroelectric project and its massive ship locks are often visible during the descent.

Yangtze River Meanders

A bird's-eye view of the river snaking through deep valleys, showcasing the power of natural erosion.

Wuling Karst Terrain

Dramatic karst topography with jagged spires and deep sinkholes characteristic of the Enshi region.

Gezhouba Water Project

A smaller but impressive dam located downstream from the Three Gorges, right on the edge of Yichang city.

Southern Gorge Walls

Steep vertical cliffs of the Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge that rise sharply from the emerald waters.