1. They are known as Ternate Bridges, as they cross three rivers at their confluence and form a natural ring road.
2. Three Rivers
2. The prefecture is in the center of a famous scenic area where three mighty rivers converge.
3. Located in the areas with the highest population density and industrial development, the three rivers and lakes are under special State watch regarding pollution control.
4. The evaporation rate has been three times the rainfall rate, making the rivers'historic role vital to sustaining the lake.
5. Thirteen bridges have been constructed on both rivers to facilitate travel between the three parts along with regular ferry services on the two rivers.
6. Yushu is the fountainhead for China's three major rivers - the Yangtze River, the Yellow River and the Lancangjiang River.
7. Three of the nine rivers that border the lake were reportedly heavily contaminated, while the water quality of the other six was described as mildly polluted or intermediate.
8. Wuhan lies at the intersection of the Han River and the Yangtze and its city proper is divided into three areas by the two rivers.
9. The region features the magnificent view of the three giant rivers, as well the cultural interests of various ethnic groups in the area and rich biodiversity.
10. Three Koreans and eight Filipinos were abducted from a construction site in Rivers State, while six more foreigners were seized from an offshore oilfield.