Tiger Leaping Gorge
This deep gorge and tributary of the upper Yangtze River, which legend says was named after a hunted tiger who escaped by jumping across the river at the narrowest point 25 metres wide, is one of the deepest and most spectacular river canyons in the world.
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Category
Scenic Canyon & Gorge
Length
Gorge: 15 km (9.3 mi)
Hiking Trail: 22 km (14 mi)
Max Height
3,790 m (12,434 ft) from river to mountain peak
Known For
One of the Deepest and Most Spectacular River Canyons in the World
Day Trip from Major Cities
1.5 hour drive or bus from Lijiang
3 hour drive or bus from Dali City
Location
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Tiger Leaping Gorge, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan, China
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