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The Yangtze River, 1 (know)in China as the Chang Jiang, is the longest river in Asia and the longest in the world to flow entirely within one country. Flowing from the Tibetan Plateau to the East China Sea, the Yangtze is a natural division 2 north and south. Driven by the 3 (curious) in my heart, I came to China and took part in a cruise(巡航)along part of the river last year.
Life on board was relaxing with plenty to occupy the time and mind. We passed Wuhan 4 in 1966 Chairman Mao, then in his 70s, famously swam across the Yangtze. Glorious temples rise over industrial ports while, high above the rocks, ancient coffins are hung in caves without being disturbed for 5 (century). We also visited The Three Gorges Dam, 6 symbol of Chinese pride and power. As well as enormous hydro﹣electric output, 7 (it) increasing shipping ability benefits Chinese people quite a lot.
As a foreigner, I 8 (absorb) and charmed by the genuine warmth of welcome and unique culture during the trip. 9 (rare), if ever, have I enjoyed such a culturally rich and historically interesting trip. Now I am looking forward to 10 (visit)again China!