Divine Turtle Gorge

　　Divine Turtle Gorge gets its name from the two mountains at the gorge entrance that strikingly resemble a pair of turtles lying opposite each other. Towering cliffs rise on both sides, creating an environment almost completely cut off from the outside world. The river twists and turns through the gorge, flanked by steep cliffs and narrow passages of water. The canyon consists of three sections: Shenmen Gorge, Tianmen Gorge, and Renmen Gorge. The whole route features 27 bends and 28 "gates" (i.e., narrow skyways), with lush forests and bamboo groves along the banks, preserving an ancient and pristine ecosystem. The area is home to monkeys and river deer, and is adorned with hanging coffins on the cliffs. Its ecology is remarkably well-preserved, and it stands out with four major features: water-filled canyons, a landscape of moso bamboo resembling a painting, karst cave formations resembling biological stalactites, and cave waterfall sights. It combines elements of the ancient, deep, long, winding, serene, perilous, mystical, and wondrous, as well as mountains, water, rocks, bamboo, and forests, making it an ideal summer retreat. The Xisha River upstream from the gorge entrance remains crystal-clear year-round and features 12 thrilling rapids over a stretch of 10 kilometers, making it a premier destination for rafting. Yangjiawan in this area has water temperatures of around 50°C, and nearby lies the "underground dragon palace" – the Qianlong Cave.