Welcome to Yichang's popular summer retreats
2024-07-25 15:07:32
Translator and English Editor: Chen Zai
The Three Gorges Waterfall Scenic Area is a popular destination for visitors who want to experience passing through the waterfall. Nearly 10,000 visitors come daily to enjoy the refreshing coolness of the area. The cascading water and splashing create a unique and refreshing experience, making it a top choice for cooling off during the summer.
Bailihuang Scenic Area
Bailihuang Scenic Area, known as the "Air Conditioner of the South," boasts an average altitude of 1,200 meters. This highland meadow is a popular summer retreat, offering respite from the heat. Every Saturday, visitors flock to the scenic area for the "Love of Hawthorn Tree" highland meadow concerts, where they can enjoy the pleasant 20°C summer breeze.
Qingjiang Water Wonderland
The Qingjiang Water Wonderland is Yichang's largest water park, with a water surface of 20,000 square meters. It offers various entertainment facilities, such as a wave-making pool, a water castle, and an infinity swimming pool. From July 20 to 22, the park welcomed over 38,000 visitors, making it highly popular during those three days.
Chaotianhou Rafting
Reporter: Wan Chunfeng, Jiang Chuankun
Photographer: Zhang Guorong, Liao Xiandan, Wan Yiming
Correspondent: Zhang Yali
With summer in full swing, Yichang City has emerged as a sought-after destination for tourists seeking a reprieve from the scorching heat and a chance to unwind. The city boasts a multitude of captivating tourist attractions. Here are a few popular summer getaway spots:
Three Gorges Waterfall
Correspondent: Zhang Yali
With summer in full swing, Yichang City has emerged as a sought-after destination for tourists seeking a reprieve from the scorching heat and a chance to unwind. The city boasts a multitude of captivating tourist attractions. Here are a few popular summer getaway spots:
Three Gorges Waterfall
Photo by Zhang Guorong
Photo by Zhang Guorong
The Three Gorges Waterfall Scenic Area is a popular destination for visitors who want to experience passing through the waterfall. Nearly 10,000 visitors come daily to enjoy the refreshing coolness of the area. The cascading water and splashing create a unique and refreshing experience, making it a top choice for cooling off during the summer.
Bailihuang Scenic Area
Photo by Zhang Guorong
Bailihuang Scenic Area, known as the "Air Conditioner of the South," boasts an average altitude of 1,200 meters. This highland meadow is a popular summer retreat, offering respite from the heat. Every Saturday, visitors flock to the scenic area for the "Love of Hawthorn Tree" highland meadow concerts, where they can enjoy the pleasant 20°C summer breeze.
Qingjiang Water Wonderland
Photo by Liao Xiandan
Photo by Liao Xiandan
Photo by Liao Xiandan
The Qingjiang Water Wonderland is Yichang's largest water park, with a water surface of 20,000 square meters. It offers various entertainment facilities, such as a wave-making pool, a water castle, and an infinity swimming pool. From July 20 to 22, the park welcomed over 38,000 visitors, making it highly popular during those three days.
Chaotianhou Rafting
Photo by Wan Yiming
Photo by Wan Yiming
Photo by Wan Yiming
Photo by Wan Yiming
Xingshan County's Chaotianhou Rafting Scenic Spot experienced a surge in visitors over the summer, reaching a peak on July 21 when 11,000 rafting enthusiasts visited the area. The total number of visitors for the weekend reached 23,000. This year, Chaotianhou introduced new attractions including night rafting and tunnel rafting, in addition to the traditional canyon rafting. The tunnel rafting course covers approximately 4.7 kilometers and includes an 88-meter drop. During the rafting experience, visitors can marvel at the breathtaking rock formations and perilous peaks that adorn Chaotianhou's landscape.
These summer retreats in Yichang have become a delightful oasis for tourists seeking relief from the scorching summer temperatures.
These summer retreats in Yichang have become a delightful oasis for tourists seeking relief from the scorching summer temperatures.
