Introducing Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge Travel Guide
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Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge is in the deepest canyon in the world, on the Jinsha River between Yulong Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge is 17 km in length and the starting point is 200 m higher than the ending point. At the starting point, there is a huge stone in the middle of the river and the distance between the stone and the banks is around 30 m. It is said that tigers can leap from one side to the other via this stone, hence Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge is so named.
Tiger Leaping Gorge is renowned for its steep. First its mountains, on each side of the Gorge is the high mountains stand erect on the earth. Its mountain peak is over 3,000 meters higher than its surface of river, which is even higher than The Three Gorges in Chongqing. Through that we can have a glimpse of its depth. Due to its extreme height and little width, the river flowing is in fast speed with splendid sightseeing like high waves and fogs prevalent in the air.
you can also enjoy other ancient relics like Gold Lock, Stone Lion, Salt Garage, Stone Elephant. etc.Tiger Leaping Gorge is of such gorgeous beauty that it attracts tourists both home and abroad to make adventure here.
Quick Facts on Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Name: Lijiang Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Location: 80 km from Lijiang
• Phone: +86-888-5193237
• Best Time to Visit: April to June; September to October
• Recommended Time for a Visit: 2 Hours
• Opening Hours: 08:30-18:00
• Admission Fee: CNY 65