The First Bend of Yangtze River - a 180 degree sharp turn on the Yangtze River
Last Update: 19th October 2020
Located around 1 hour-drive from Lijiang, the First Bend of Yangtze River is situated in Shigu Town. The altitude of the bend is 1,805 meters above the sea level. After being blocked by the Hailuo Mountain Cliff in Shigu Town, the Yangtze River turns into a V-shaped big bend and flows northeast, forming the First Bend of the Yangtze River.
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What to expect at The First Bend of Yangtze River
There is a viewpoint on the road from Lijiang to Shangri-la. However, the best point for photographing is on the hill behind the first house when you get to the village. You could invite the owner of the house to lead you to the top of the hill and pay him a little money in CNY cash from 5 to 10 RMB per person. Around the bend are farm fields.
Therefore, if you take pictures of the bend between spring and autumn, colorful fields will make your pictures more amazing. As water in the river is muddy in rainy season, it is suggested that you visit the First Bend of Yangtze River between November and April. The best months to visit are from March to April as the fields are filled with rape flowers and the water is crystal clear.
If interested, you could enjoy kayaking on the Yangtze River along the First Bend of Yangtze River. The wharf for kayaking is in the Shigu Town. The ending point for kayaking is Sangushui Scenic Area (三股水风景区).
Therefore, if you take pictures of the bend between spring and autumn, colorful fields will make your pictures more amazing. As water in the river is muddy in rainy season, it is suggested that you visit the First Bend of Yangtze River between November and April. The best months to visit are from March to April as the fields are filled with rape flowers and the water is crystal clear.
If interested, you could enjoy kayaking on the Yangtze River along the First Bend of Yangtze River. The wharf for kayaking is in the Shigu Town. The ending point for kayaking is Sangushui Scenic Area (三股水风景区).
Best time to visit The First Bend of Yangtze River
If you are planning to visit the First Bend of Yangtze River for photography purposes, the best time to visit are in the morning.
The best months to visit are from March to April.
The best months to visit are from March to April.
How to get to The First Bend of Yangtze River
You could take a direct bus from Lijiang to Shigu Town or rent a vehicle from Lijiang.
Additional The First Bend of Yangtze River Travel Advice
- Opening hours: 24 hours
- As at 19th October 2020, the entrance pricing the First Bend of Yangtze River is free of charge.
- If you would like to enjoy the panoramic views of the bend, it is recommended that you invite the villagers to take to you to the best point for photographing the panoramic views. They will charge you 5 to 10 RMB per person.
- It is suggested that you visit the bend the day you explore Tiger Leaper Gorge.
- Please wear the sunscreen cream and sunglasses.
- Please take enough drinking water with you.
Interested in visiting The First Bend of Yangtze River on a Tour?
Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including The First Bend of Yangtze River, among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.