The Lesser Three Gorges of the Daning River

　　The Lesser Three Gorges of the Daning River are the renowned Lesser Three Gorges of Wushan. The Daning River originates from Zhongnan Mountain in Pingli County, Shaanxi Province, flowing through towering mountains and large and small canyons, gathering clear streams along the way. It passes through the perilous peaks and cliffs between Wuxi and Wushan, eventually emptying into the mighty Yangtze River at the western mouth of the Wu Gorge. The Daning River is ever-changing and shrouded in mystery. For a long time, it remained hidden from view, but with the development of China’s tourism industry, it has begun to reveal its true beauty—and has immediately captivated visitors. Some have praised it as “not the Three Gorges, yet surpassing the Three Gorges,” and “truly divine and breathtaking, an awe-inspiring wonder.”

　　The Lesser Three Gorges of the Daning River is the collective name for the Longmen Gorge, Tieguan Gorge, and Dicui Gorge, representing the essence of the Daning River’s scenery. The Lesser Three Gorges stretch from Wushan County in the south to the ancient city of Dachang in the north, covering a total length of approximately 60 kilometers.