Cruising Along the Yangtze

Today we spent the morning cruising on the Yangtze River-the world's third longest river (15 miles longer than the Mississippi).  It was raining and in the afternoon some of us went to see the extraordinary Shibaozhai Pagoda-an exquisite example of ancient Chinese architecture in the form of the Precious Stone Fortress. Some of the hearty of the group climbed the 99 steps to the temple.  In the evening we had a very good Chinese dinner onboard.  The sweet and sour fish was our favorite.

We arose early to see spectacular scenery as we sailed through the Qutang Gorge. Enjoyed  a delicious buffet breakfast then we were treated to more scenic sailing through Wu Gorge.