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With
the help of modem media, a replica of the ancient warship
Sanguo which means Three Kingdoms in English, reenacts
scenes from battles dating back to 220 A.D. At that time,
the troops of the Wei, Wu and Shu kingdoms into which
the country was divided, fought fierce battles in which
million of soldiers were killed.
The
fascinating "Three Kingdoms Trip" starts from
Jiangling in the east, and goes to Haidi in the west.
Along
the way, visits are made to Chibi, Yiling and Zhandao,
all historical sites of the Three Kingdoms Period and
the atmosphere of those time is recreated on board of
the ship.
Looking
like an Eastern Han Dynasty warship with watch towers,
musts, fluttering banners, forest of swords and spears,
'Three Kingdoms' offers a magnificent sight. The interior
includes a castle-like entrance hall, a ceiling inlaid
with the stars and constellations, replica of Chibi cliff
done with un canny workmanship, some simple but comfortable
cabins, unique reed pipes and bronze bells and an eye-catching
Shopping corridor in Han dynasty style. All reflect the
life style in the late Eastern Han Dynasty.
During
the trip on the 'Three Kingdoms' in addition to view the
beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges, tour ists may have
time to enjoy storiesabout the Three Kingdoms, especially
the wonderful plots of 'Alliance in the peach orchard',
'Chatting about the heroes while heating millet wine',
'Chibi War' and Liu Bei the White Emperor leaves his son
in Zhu Geliang, the prime minister's care'. They can also
enjoy ancient poetries in the State of Chu and descriptive
prose from the Jian An Period.
An
orchestra that includes vertical bamboo flutes, reed pipes,
drums, and different types of traditional Chinese stringed
instruments will play for the guests sym phonies such
as the 'Song of the Gust', the '18 Chapters of Hu-Cavalry'
and the 'River Streaming Down from a High Mountain'.
The
'Yuwu' and 'Dawu' dances, which are performed at intervals
as offering sacrifices to the gods, tell the stories of
the founder of the Shang Dynasty(c. 16th- 11th century
B.C.) General Tang punitive expedition against Tyrant
Jie, ruler of the Xia Dynasty (c.2lst-l6th century B.C
)and the founder of the Zhou Dynasty (e.llth century-256B,C
) General wu's punitive expedition against Tyrant Zhou,
ruler of the Yin Dynasty(the later period of the Shang
Dynasty). During the 'Three Kingdoms' warship's voyages,
seminars will be held on such topics as the relations
between Three Kingdoms and politics, economy and modem
war. Tourists cann engage in various activities according
to their interest. Martial arts Performances are given
every day in the Wushu Hall. Qigong masters give frequent
Qigong performances in the Qigong Hall. Famous doctors
from the Huatuo Pharmacy are available to serve the ship's
tourists. In addition, the captain will host a gala party
for the tourists, Thus, legendary heroes and stories of
the Three Kingdoms will come alive for tourists.
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