🚀 Hey amigos! Ever wondered what our beautiful planet looks like from space? Well, the taikonauts (that's what we call Chinese astronauts 😉) aboard the Shenzhou-18 mission just gave us a breathtaking peek! They've been chilling up in China's orbiting space station, Tiangong, and recently shared some epic views of the Yangtze River and the Yellow River—the two legendary \"mother rivers\" of China. 🌏🌊
✨ A Glimpse of the Yangtze River
First up, Commander Ye Guangfu zoomed in on the Yangtze River. It's not just China's longest river but also the third longest in the world! 🌍 From up there, you can see the river winding its way through some of China's most famous cities like Chongqing, Wuhan, Nanjing, and Shanghai. Imagine seeing all those vibrant places from space—mind-blowing, right? 🤯
🌟 Spotlight on the Yellow River
Next, taikonaut Li Cong shared views of the Yellow River, the second longest river in China. This river isn't just a waterway; it's a lifeline! 🌟 It connects the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, the Loess Plateau, and the northern plains, areas that face serious water scarcity. Thanks to some clever water projects, the Yellow River plays a key role in improving the environment, fighting desertification, and supplying much-needed water. 💧🌱
⏳ Countdown to Return
The Shenzhou-18 crew has been floating around up there for about six months now, and they're scheduled to come back to Earth in late October. Can't wait to hear more of their out-of-this-world stories! 🌠
So next time you look up at the night sky, give a little wave to our friends in Tiangong. Who knows, maybe one day we'll be up there too! 🚀🌌
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Shenzhou-18 crew shares views of Yangtze River, Yellow River
cgtn.com
