Across China on Foot by Edwin John Dingle
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Ichang Gorge 16 miles First and probably one of the finest of the Gorges. Niu Kan Ma Fee 4 miles An hour's journey after (or Ox Liver coming out of the Gorge) Ichang Gorge, if the breeze be favorable; an arduous day's journey during high river, with no wind. Mi Tsang (or Rice 2 miles Finest view is obtained Granary Gorge) from western extremity; exceedingly precipitous. Niu Kou (or Buffalo --- Very quiet in low-water Mouth Reach) season; wild stretch during high river. At the head of this reach H.M.S. _Woodlark_ came to grief on her maiden trip. Urishan Hsia (or --- Over thirty miles in Gloomy Mountain length. Grandest Gorge) and highest gorge |
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