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Holidays in China & The Yangtze River

Holidays in China & The Yangtze River In June 2003, China's amazing Three Gorges Dam began generating power, heralding a new era in the colourful history of the mighty Yangtze River. This momentous event makes this year the perfect time to visit this breathtakingly beautiful part of the world, either to see the area before the dam starts working, or to experience the unique spectacle of this vast manmade wonder in operation. As parts of the landscape are submerged, new sightseeing opportunities will be created, with the possibility for those taking a boat trip on the river to travel further up the narrow Shennong tributary by sampan.

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Fengdu, The 'City of the Devil'

Rather than detracting from the scenery, the new dam is likely to enhance some of its interest, certainly in the short term. Water levels are not due to rise to the maximum until 2009. Until then, although certain parts of the landscape will become submerged, in other places on the upper reaches the views will become even more picturesque and accessible. For example, the new river levels will create an eye-catching carpet of mists below mountain heritage sites such as Fengdu, the 'City of the Devil', the Jade Seal Hill and the White Emperor City. In addition, the shortened path from the riverbank to Goddess Peak will offer visitors a better and more accessible view of the mountain.

The Three Gorges Dam

The Three Gorges Dam is one of the biggest construction projects the world has ever seen and, at around US$25 billion, one of the most expensive too. One and a half miles wide and over 600 feet high, the dam will create a reservoir hundreds of feet deep and nearly 400 miles long. The dam's 18.2 million kilowatts of capacity are expected to generate as much electricity as 18 nuclear power plants.
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Known as the 'Golden Waterway', the Yangtze River, or the 'Changjiang River' ('Long River'), as the Chinese call it, stretches thousands of miles across the country, finally flowing into the East China Sea. The most visually stunning section of the river is that known as the 'Sanxia' or 'Three Gorges', Chutang, Wushan and Xiling, where towering cliffs rise hundreds of feet from the river's edge.

Just like its American counterpart, the Hoover Dam, the Three Gorges Dam looks set to become as popular a tourist attraction as the wonderful natural landmarks that surround it. As if there weren't enough reasons to plan a trip of a lifetime to China, now there's one more.

Cosmos Tourama Holidays in China & the Yangtze River

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For a world of holidays that won’t cost you the earth, you’ve come to the right place. From escorted coach tours and train tours to resort-based beach holidays to cruises and short breaks. From Europe to the USA, Caribbean & Canada to Australia, New Zealand & China, we have getaways to suit everyone.

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We are part of the Cosmos group, one of the UK’s leading tour operators and also part of the award-winning international Globus group of companies. Within the group we have over 40 years experience in coach touring holidays and holiday planning, as well as the buying power that ensures that we secure you the very best deal.

China & the Yangtze River holidays with Cosmos Tourama guarantees exceptional value for money. You can enjoy the very best standards of service, yet with a reassuring personal touch.