Via Aurelia, constructed in approximately 241 BC, played an important role in times of the ancient Roman Empire, to connect the cities of Pisa and Rome, and to enable trouble-free and efficient movement of defensive forces and goods between them. Today, the drive along the coast might not be the fastest way anymore, owing to the often heavy traffic, but it for sure is one of the most beautiful rides in Italy. Today, the modern Strada Statale 1 ocupies the same route and is informally known as La Via Aurelia. Remains of several Roman bridges can still be found along the road, including the Cloaca di Porta San Clementino, Ponte del Diavolo, Primo Ponte, and the Secondo Ponte (the last three in Sta Marinella).

Beginning at Baidi City, the Three Gorges – comprising the Qutang, Wu, and Xiling gorges – have been described by many poems since ancient times. You can contemplate its natural greatness from two of the most famous scenic spots, the Fengdu Ghost City and the Sibaozhai Pagoda.

The Sawtooth Wilderness Area offers 350 miles of trails through a pristine landscape of mountains, valleys, rivers, lakes, meadows, and abundant wildlife. During summer and fall, enjoy fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, nature walks, wildlife viewing, mountain biking, birdwatching, and kayaking. Winter and spring bring opportunities for cross-country skiing, sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, steelhead fishing, winter camping, and ice skating.