Recently, the Three Gorges Dam tourist area has witnessed a significant milestone. It welcomed its 1,000,000th tourist in 2025. According to the tourist reservation system, the “lucky tourist” is Ms. Lolita from Germany. This is a remarkable achievement for the tourist area, which has been a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists for many years.
As the first national 5A – level tourist attraction in Yichang, the Three Gorges Dam tourist area offers visitors a unique opportunity to witness the grandeur of the Three Gorges Dam up close. Tourists can not only be impressed by the magnificent sight of the dam but also gain in – depth knowledge about the construction process, comprehensive benefits, and the important significance of the Three Gorges Project for the country’s development and reform.
In recent years, the Three Gorges Dam tourist area has been continuously enriching its tourism products and service contents. During the May Day holiday this year, it received 155,500 tourists, setting a new historical record. As of May 14, it had received a total of 1.0757 million tourists this year, a 7.67% increase compared with the same period last year. This makes 2025 the earliest year to exceed one million tourists since its opening in 1995.
The increasing number of tourists can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the continuous improvement of tourism facilities and services has enhanced the overall tourist experience. Secondly, effective promotion and marketing have increased the popularity of the tourist area. Moreover, the unique natural and cultural resources of the Three Gorges area have always been a strong attraction for tourists.
The success of the Three Gorges Dam tourist area also has a positive impact on the local economy. It promotes the development of related industries such as catering, accommodation, and transportation, creating more job opportunities and economic benefits for the local area. In the future, the tourist area is expected to continue to improve and expand, attracting more tourists from home and abroad.