Baidicheng

Baidicheng is actually an island, such a unique location. Bidding farewell to Baidicheng amidst the colorful clouds, one can return to Jiangling from a thousand miles away in just one day. Yes, we have arrived at the Baidicheng mentioned in Li Bai's poem. Gongsun Shu proclaimed himself emperor here, and Liu Bei entrusted his son to others here. Located at the mouth of the Qutang Gorge, it overlooks the mountains and the great river. What I didn't expect was that Baidicheng is actually an island in the middle of the river. The terrain is superior, the scenery is beautiful, strolling through Baidicheng, the dense forests are lush and serene, deeply experiencing what is meant by 'outstanding people and a spirited place'. Not to mention Li Bai, I took a tour and couldn't help but want to write a poem, but unfortunately, I'm not good with words. Baidicheng is a half-hour drive from the center of Fengjie County, with an entrance fee of 60 RMB per person. Flying a drone requires reporting to the police office at the entrance of the scenic area. After crossing the river on a footbridge, you reach the island where Baidicheng is located, and continue walking towards the highest point of the island. You will pass through the Bamboo Garden, which is filled with poems and verses. Poets from different dynasties such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Bai Juyi, and Lu You have left their masterpieces in Baidicheng, hence it is also known as 'Poetry City'. The highest point of the island is the Baidi Temple. Upon entering, you can see the scene of Liu Bei entrusting his son depicted with sculptures, and further inside is the core scenic area with buildings in the style of traditional Chinese courtyards. Displayed are cultural relics from various dynasties unearthed at different times, including stone steles, sculptures, pottery, etc. One must-see is the 'Phoenix Stele', the treasure of Baidicheng. The exquisite carving tells the history. After visiting the Baidi Temple, walking down the road, you can reach the 'Ten Yuan Renminbi Viewing Platform', where you can see the Kui Gate, which is the entrance to the Qutang Gorge. Ships carrying goods shuttle back and forth, located on the Yangtze River waterway fortress. The clouds rise along the mountains in various shapes. Compared to the magnificence of the Wushan Mountains, Fengjie has more elegance. Such a place with breathtaking scenery and a profound historical background is really worth a visit!