Located in Shigu Town, Lijiang, Yunnan, the First Bend of the Yangtze is a stunning natural wonder at an altitude of 1,850 meters. Surging down from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the Yangtze (Jinsha River) once flows southward alongside the Lancang and Nu rivers, forming the "Three Parallel Rivers" spectacle.

At Shigu, the river makes a dramatic 120-degree northeast turn, creating a rare U-shaped bend, hence its name. Flanked by the Yulong Snow Mountain and Yunling Mountains, the broad, calm waters mirror the sky, with terraced fields and Naxi villages dotting the banks. A vital historic and scenic site, it blends breathtaking geography with ethnic charm, embodying nature's power and harmony.