First Bend of the Yangtze River
 The
Yangtze River Bend, as its name denotes,
is the spot where the south running river
suddenly turns northward due to changes
in the shape of the nearby mountain ranges
which form a mammoth V shape at this spot.
With the gradual deposit of
fertile soil at this spot, a village slowly
came into being, now called Shigu Town,
meaning "stone drum" in Chinese.
Since ancient times, this town has been
important, linking Tibet with the outside
world. Here Tibetan people bring their quality
fell, hide and herbal medicine and take
home tea, salt, cloth and other necessities.
When market day comes, the town is incredibly
crowded and noisy.
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