Nanjinguan (Xiling Gorge Mouth)
南津关
The eastern exit of the Xiling Gorge, the end of the Yangtze's Three Gorges, where the river suddenly widens; views over the gorge mouth and Gezhouba.
Nanjinguan lies northwest of Yichang's urban area and marks the eastern exit of the Xiling Gorge, the western of the Three Gorges. Known as the “Gateway to the Three Gorges,” it is a strategically important point where the river bursts out of the narrow gorge and suddenly opens up. Sanyou Cave, Zhixi Pavilion and the Zhang Fei Drum Platform are all on the north bank of the gorge mouth and can be visited on foot. Viewpoints along the gorge road overlook Gezhouba and the steep cliffs on both sides of the Xiling Gorge mouth. Admission is free, and a taxi from the city centre takes about 20 minutes. It pairs well with a visit to Sanyou Cave.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Sanyou Cave (Three Travellers Cave)
- Gezhouba Dam
- Yichang Riverside Park & Yangtze Night Cruise
- Mojishan Park
- Tianran Pagoda
- Shipai Anti-Japanese War Memorial
- Three Gorges Tribe (Sanxia Renjia)
- Yichang Museum