2025 Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

# cable car #中国游 #黄龙 #黄龙 cable car #五彩 pool Today we came to Huanglong Valley, which has the highest altitude of 3578 meters and the lowest temperature. A snowfall in the early morning❄️ was a big test for the trip! We saw sunshine at noon and took the cable car up the mountain. Although the weather was not sunny, it was still acceptable! You can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Huanglong. It is not sunny, but I still like the rich color changes. Starting from Wucaichi, we hiked all the way down the mountain to enjoy the scenery. The 4km walk actually took more than 2 hours! #山walk #100 Ways to Travel #ChinaAttractions #SichuanTravel

How to get from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong Scenic Area? Detailed guide is here! There are three modes of transportation to choose from from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong Scenic Area: 1. Charter a car: You can rent a taxi or charter a car to go to Huanglong Scenic Area. This is the most convenient and flexible option, but may be more expensive. It takes about 3 hours from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong Scenic Area. 2. Bus: At the Jiuzhaigou Bus Terminal in Jiuzhaigou County (near Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area), you can take a direct bus to Huanglong Scenic Area. Bus frequency may be limited, so it is recommended to know and arrange your itinerary in advance. There are usually many shuttle buses departing between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., making it convenient to enter the Huanglong Scenic Area for sightseeing. 3. Self-driving: It is more convenient for tourists who drive by themselves. Driving from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong, National Highway 544 is in good condition. The journey is about 120 kilometers. Along the way, we pass Jiuzhaigou National Forest Park, Minjiangyuan National Wetland Park, and snow mountains. It can be called China’s Scenic Corridor! There are many viewing and parking spots along the way. On this road, you can walk and play for half a day! Things to note 1. The distance from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong Scenic Area is relatively long, generally taking about 3 hours by car. Before going to Huanglong Scenic Area, it is best to understand the traffic conditions in advance and make a detailed itinerary plan. 2. It usually takes about 3-4 hours to visit Huanglong. In addition, if you want to directly enter the scenic area after arriving at Huanglong Scenic Area, you need to set off before 8 a.m. that day. 3. If you cannot make it to Huanglong Scenic Area on the same day or even if you arrive, you do not have enough time to visit the scenic area, it is recommended to stay in Songpan County or Chuanzhusi Town and enter the scenic area early the next morning. Songpan County is about an hour's drive from Huanglong Scenic Area, and Chuanzhusi Town is about 30 minutes' drive from Huanglong. You can also visit Songzhou Ancient City or Chuanzhu Temple. 4. Huanglong Scenic Area has a high altitude and some people have high altitude sickness. It is recommended to bring a portable oxygen bottle.

The next stop after Jiuzhaigou would be the Huanglong Valley, another scenic area in the northwest part of Sichuan, China. Really enjoying the fresh air and the mountain climbing session carrying my 10kg of photography equipment (not that high though) up 3576m above sea level. A must to see is the Wucai (Five Colored) Pond, covering an area of 21,000 sqm, also known as the largest cluster of open-air calcified 693 colorful ponds. #travelinspiration #sichuan #nationalpark #landscapephotography #travelphotography #huanglong #travelwithgeo #chinatravel #ThisIsChina

Getting There - Airplane/Car Attractions - Waterfalls, Lake, Pond, Mountain walkway Hotels - Near the scenic spot there is a hotel Food & Restaurants - Some stalls and fast food is available outside the scenic area Shopping - Near the scenic area entrance there are some shops. We visited the Huanglong Valley Scenic area during the Chinese National Holiday. That wasn't really a smart choice. There were a lot (really a lot) of people there. Actually there are 2 possibilities to enter the park. There is the lower side entrance, which is located right next to the ticket office. If you choose this entrance, you will have to walk the wooden pathway up to the mountain top. Or, you can do as we did, we started and climbed until we were comfortable with the oxygen. Because of the high elevation of the park, you need to take an oxygen tank. I think you can buy oxygen tanks at the scenic area too. We were traveling with a 4 years old and a 6 years old. So we decided we will visit as much as we can and as long as we feel comfortable So we did not hurried, took rests several times, enjoyed the views and took pictures. You need an actual ticket to get into the park. So if you booked the ticket ahead, you need to go to the ticket office to get your actual ticket. You can't enter just with your passport. The other entrance we did not visit. From the ticket office you take a bus to cable car. When you reach the cable car, it will take you right up to the top of the mountain. You make sure you have the oxygen tank with you. Most of the people prefer to visit the park this way, so they walk down the mountain. During the Chinese National Holiday there were never ending queues at the bus stop and at the cable car entrance. Almost nobody took the lower entrance. So if you don't mind walkin your way up the mountain, you can easily enter by the entrance next to the ticket office. There are no food stalls inside the park, so make sure you bring you snack. #nationalpark #huanglong #sichuannature

In Sichuan, any ancient site is more than a thousand years old. "Huanglongxi Ancient Town" is the most famous thousand-year-old ancient town in Sichuan, with a history of 2,100 years. Even now, one can still see the grandeur of the town in its former glory. #Hot summer destination

Getting There - Jiuzhaigou Aiport or bus from Chengdu. Attractions - Huanglong National Park Hotels Ajimu Guest House   Food & Restaurants - Local Restaurants Second National Park visit after Jiuzhaigou. Absolutely terrific. The pools are amazing. A good walk round taking the cable car up as we had to save time with arriving late. Worth it to do both national parks in North Sichuan. #summervacation#urbanexplorer

It is a long way whatever road you come from. a lot of construction creates terrible traffic and buses or far and few between. (July 2021) The park is quite nice and a good walk but you have to stick to the trail and summer has a lot of tourists. Two nights would be ideal. #summervacation

Huanglong is located in the northwest of Sichuan Province, China. Huanglong is registered as a world heritage site due to its natural beauty and landscape, including waterfalls and springs. We went in winter and saw beautiful snow. The weather up there is very cold, but the weather is very good. The view is so stunning that I can't speak. Nature lovers must not miss it. It's really beautiful, I confirm. But it's a bit difficult to get there. You should find a local tour. #MissingNature

Sichuan trip - Huanglong, unexpectedly beautiful, comparable to Jiuzhaigou. Jiuzhaigou is to see the water, here is to see the mountains, the high altitude makes the red leaves here change color earlier, the colorful red leaves all over the mountains and fields are definitely addicted 😏😏

Series of travertine lakes, waterfalls, forests and mountain scenery. It’s better to hike by foot and enjoy the views. #awesomepic#couplestrip#instagramworthydestinations

Every time the most heart-felt encounter is like a magic life is a miracle and can meet each other in the red dust is a big legend I am lucky can be in the most Meet you when you are beautiful Huang Long -- just meet the most beautiful you

Huanglong Scenic Area, World Natural Heritage, World Man and Biosphere Reserve, located in Songpan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, is the only well-protected plateau wetland in China, 100 kilometers away from Jiuzhaigou, with an altitude of 1700-5588 meters. It is the mountain gorge. Because there are many pots in the ditch, with the change of surrounding scenery and the change of the angle of sunlight, the colorful colors are changed. It is known as the Hua Yao Pool, and Huanglong is famous for the four musts of colored pools, snow mountains, canyons and forests. Yu Shi, together with the beach, the ancient temple, and the folk custom are called "seven musts." The scenic spot is composed of Huanglonggou, Danyun Gorge, Munigou, Xuebaoding, Xueshanliang, Hongxingyan, Xigou and other scenic spots. The main scenic spot Huanglonggou is located at the top of the main peak of Lushan Mountain, facing the source of the Minjiang River, which is like the Chinese people. The image of the "Dragon" has always been referred to as the "Chinese symbol." Huanglong is dominated by the surface travertine landscape with large scale, exquisite structure and rich colors. It is famous for its rare karst landforms. Full season ticket: 170 yuan / person; peak season discount ticket: 85 yuan / person. Execution time: April 1st to November 15th every year. (Note: Implemented on September 20, 2018). off-season full-price ticket: 60 yuan / person; off-season discount ticket: 30 yuan / person. Execution time: Every year from November 16th to March 31st.

I still remember the "Colorful Pool" in the elementary school textbook. I still remember the illustration. After growing up, I gradually became familiar with the colorful pool is the Huanglong Scenic Area. Autumn is thick, and the forest is full of dyed. The original Yaochi is not in the sky, in the world.

【Introduction】: Prayer flags, Tibetan style, maple leaves, plateaus, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canopies, and alpine lakes are synonymous with Western Sichuan, while the fairyland of Huanglong is known as "God's spilled paint palette." 🏞 Origin of the Name One origin of the name "Huanglong" (Yellow Dragon): Fuyuan Bridge is the dragon's tail, and the Five-Color Ponds are its head, with the ponds shimmering like golden dragon scales. The flowing streams and waterfalls resemble dancing dragon claws, hence the name "Huanglong." Huanglong is famous for its "Four Wonders" – colorful ponds, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests – plus streams, ancient temples, and local customs, making it the "Seven Wonders." 🕘【Opening Hours】: Scenic area: 8:00–17:00 (recommended visit duration: 5–6h). Additional notes: Cable car operation times: Uphill 8:00–16:30, downhill 8:00–17:00. Electric cart operation time: 8:00–16:30. 💴【Ticket Prices】: Peak season (Jun 1–Dec 15): Admission: CNY 170/person (students half-price). Off-season (Dec 16–May 31): Admission: CNY 60/person (students half-price). Cable car (year-round): Uphill: CNY 80/person, downhill: CNY 40/person. Electric cart (year-round): CNY 20/person. Special groups enjoy discounts or free admission per national policies (excludes cable car and sightseeing bus tickets). ⛺【Attractions & Activities】: 1. Highlights within the scenic area: 🌈 Five-Color Ponds: Located at the highest point of Huanglong, this is a group of 693 travertine ponds. With emerald-green mountains and the 5,000m-high Min Mountain's main peak, Xuebaoding, towering ahead, the ponds resemble a spilled paint palette—turquoise, aqua, light blue, and more—creating a stunning spectacle. 📸 Photo tip: Under sunlight, the water shifts from Tiffany blue to emerald green. Best shot at the left railing of the viewing platform (morning light). 🏯 Huanglong Temple: The most iconic structure, situated at the end of Huanglong Valley, backed by Yuhuang Peak and facing Maoya Snow Mountain. It overlooks the Fujiang River and serves as a key site for studying Taoist culture and the history of Yu the Great's flood control. 📸 Photo tip: The temple plaque changes color from different angles! Capture the "snow mountain + ancient temple" combo in the square. 🎨 Contending Ponds: The most vibrant and diverse pond group in Huanglong, with golden, emerald, wine-red, and bright orange hues under sunlight. 📸 Photo tip: After 3 PM, the ponds display a "rainbow gradient." Wear white for an ethereal look. 🏜 Golden Sand Covered Ground: The world's top travertine flow in terms of condition, scale, distance, and color richness. 📸 Photo tip: Shoot from the lower plank path of Contending Ponds with the snow mountain backdrop for grandeur, or crouch for a silky water effect. 🌿 Bonsai Ponds: A meticulously arranged group of nearly 100 ponds with yellow, white, brown, and gray bases, adorned with shrubs, willows, and pines. 📸 Photo tip: Sit on the plank path with legs extended for a lush green background. 2. Recommended routes: (1) 【2h hike (downhill) – for good stamina】 Scenic entrance → Uphill cable car → Sightseeing bus → Five-Color Ponds → Huanglong Temple → Huanglong Cave → Yingxian Bridge → Contending Ponds → Mirror Ponds → Bonsai Ponds → Golden Sand Covered Ground → Flying Waterfall → Visitor center. (2) 【No hiking – for moderate stamina】 Scenic entrance → Uphill cable car → Sightseeing bus → Five-Color Ponds → Return same way → Sightseeing bus or walk to cable car station → Pay for downhill cable car (CNY 40). 3. Key tips: (1) Altitude warning: Huanglong's elevation ranges from 3,070m to 3,500m. Take Rhodiola rosea a week in advance to prevent altitude sickness. (2) Avoid strenuous activity; walk slowly. (3) Weather changes rapidly—bring rain gear, a lightweight down jacket, or windbreaker. UV protection is essential. (4) For downhill hiking, wear proper shoes and carry water/snacks. (5) Respect local religious customs (e.g., at Huanglong Temple). 🚌【Transport】: • Flights: Direct flights to Jiuhuang Airport from Chengdu, Chongqing, Xi'an, Changzhou, Zhengzhou, and Beijing. Take an airport bus or private car (1h) to Huanglong. • Bus: Chengdu Chadianzi Station offers buses (4–5h). • High-speed rail: From Chengdu East/South/West stations to Huanglong-Jiuzhai or Songpan Station, then take a shuttle to Huanglong. 👉【Itinerary】: 1. Same-day return: After Huanglong, visit Songpan Ancient Town and take a train back to Chengdu. 2. Overnight stay: Post-Huanglong, stay near Jiuzhaigou (catch the "Eternal Love" show or try Tibetan cuisine) and explore Jiuzhaigou the next day before returning to Chengdu. 🧡【Packing List】: 1. ID card 2. Sunscreen (strong UV) 3. Layered clothing: - Spring/fall: Thick coat or light down jacket. - Summer: Light jacket (thick if sensitive to cold). - Winter: Heavy down jacket. 4. Rhodiola rosea and oxygen canisters.

Huanglong National Park or Yellow Dragon Valley is a World Heritage Site in the northwest of Sichuan Province, China. It was registered as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 1992. According to legend, Emperor Yu, the first emperor of the Xia Dynasty, once came here to alleviate flooding and rode a Yellow Dragon. After completing his mission, the Yellow Dragon left his Dragon Palace to live in the human world and built this beautiful 'Jade Pool'. During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the Huanglong Temple was built to worship the Yellow Dragon. Since then, The multi-colored pools cascading down in layers, when viewed from a distance, look like golden dragons that twist and turn amidst the green trees and soar towards the snow-capped mountains all year round. The beauty of the Huanglong Stream, with its thousands of pools of beautiful colors, attracts many tourists to visit throughout the year. #Switzerland China #huanglong #songpan #sichuan #china

🏖️Environment/Facilities: Convenient transportation, take the train to Huanglong Jiuzhai Station and then take a lotus car or call a car to continue. There is a cable car to the top of the mountain. There is a shuttle bus to the viewpoint, but you have to go early. 💰Average price per person: 1300 💞Reason for recommendation: Beautiful 5A-level tourist attractions #Travel China #huanglong

Day 2 Huanglong - At 6 am, wake up and have breakfast at Jisheng Hotel before heading to Huanglong Park. - At 6:30 am, leave the hotel. On the way, the car stopped due to heavy snow. We were stuck for about 15 minutes. While driving, we came across a viewpoint which is very beautiful. We came very early in the morning so there were few people. - At 8:30 am, we arrived at Huanglong Park and queued up to get our passports scanned to enter. We bought a cable car for the way up + a round-trip golf cart from the Chengdu Thai Travel Page for 1,500 baht per person. After taking the cable car, we didn’t take long to reach the golf cart transfer point. We had to exchange our passports for a golf cart ticket at the entrance before getting on the car. We had to keep our cool and not lose it because we had to use it for the return trip. After exchanging, we took the ticket to queue up for the golf cart. It didn’t take long to reach the entrance to see the view. The view was very beautiful. I felt that coming here was really worth it. - At around 10 am, we went out to take the cable car back. We had to buy a ticket for the way down ourselves. Or if anyone can walk, you can walk down 😅 It takes about 15 minutes to reach the exit - 10.20 Meet the driver and then we head to the ancient city of Songpan. This city is actually not in the plan, but the driver kindly stopped by for us since it is along the way. This city is a lovely city. If anyone has a chance to pass by, I recommend it. The beef burgers are very delicious, I highly recommend it. Walk a little from the entrance, it is on the right. The meat is on sticks, and they are sold at the market along the way. It's also delicious. - 15.00 We were sleeping on the way when the driver woke us up to take pictures with the yaks and the beautiful view along the way. The auntie taking care of the yaks was very cute. The photo fee is 10 yuan per person. Once we got some nice pictures, we crossed the street to use the restroom, which was shocking. 😅🤢 There is also a 1 yuan entrance fee. There are ruins of civilization in every room. We didn't know where to go. We continued our journey to Heshui - 17.00 The driver took us to have dinner at a restaurant near the hotel before checking into the hotel. Because this area is quite quiet at night, there were quite a few people at the restaurant we went to. I'm not sure if it's a famous restaurant. (But forgot to take a picture 😅) - 18.00 Arrive at Stay on the mountains hotel. We booked the Qie Suifeng Deluxe Two-bedroom Family suite. When booking this hotel, we took a chance because it had very few reviews and was a newly opened hotel. But when we opened the room, we were stunned. The room was very big and very good. The second thing was that the bathroom had a smart system like in Japan, which is very good. The shower and toilet are separated. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, very big and new. Worth it. There is no smell of cigarette smoke. There is breakfast for 4 people (but the breakfast is quite little. They will arrange a set like a local breakfast. No coffee as usual. It is recommended to make it and eat it in the room. There is coffee and tea in the room.) End of review. Day 2 is long again. #Chengdu travel #Chengdu #Chengdu accommodation #Huanglong #Huanglong Geopark

Starting from Chengdu, this one-day trip is a must for family trips, solo trips, or trips with friends. 🅿️ Transportation Guide 1️⃣ Take the early train from Chengdu East Station at 6:14 a.m., arriving at Songpan Station at 11:12 a.m. The latest return train departs at 7:20 p.m. 2️⃣ Take a taxi from Songpan Station to the ancient city (approx. 10 mins). Walk or take the bus within the ancient city (CNY 2/person). 3️⃣ A chartered car to Munigou takes 40 mins one way (CNY 80–100/person). Sharing a car with 2 people is more cost-effective. Public transportation is also recommended and very convenient. 🍗 Food Guide Yak beef hot pot with milk (set meal: mushroom soup + yak beef + butter tea), pickled cabbage noodles with stir-fried beef with rice on Qingzhen Street, street-side yak beef skewers + yak yogurt, and beef pancakes with sea buckthorn juice. 👌 Special recommendation: Yak skewers, CNY 1 per skewer, super tasty! 🚗 Route Plan Munigou 1️⃣ Zhaga Waterfall (CNY 70 entry fee, winter ice waterfall only): Great for photos. The area is not very large. Take photos as you walk. It takes about 1.5–2 hrs to walk around and down the mountain. 2️⃣ Erdaohai (included in the combo ticket, emerald lake): Large area, takes more than 2 hrs. There might be some altitude sickness going up the mountain, so proceed based on your physical condition. There is snow in shady areas, which is fun to play with. You can also take photos with yaks. 3️⃣ Songpan Ancient City Take panoramic photos from the north gate wall (free), see ancient artifacts at Songzhou Museum (free), and overlook the ancient city from Xishan Plank Road (free). Return Trip Take the 5:56 p.m. train from Songpan Station and arrive in Chengdu at 8:55 p.m. ⚠️ Tips 1️⃣ The temperature in Songpan in March is -5°C–5°C. Down jackets + windbreakers are essential. 2️⃣ Munigou is at an altitude of 3,200m. Avoid strenuous exercise, as you may experience some altitude sickness. You don't need oxygen tanks; just walk slowly. 3️⃣ For transportation, it's most convenient to take the bus right outside the high-speed rail station. The bus waits at the scenic spots. It's like a group tour where everyone on the bus forms a group and travels together. You can create a group chat on the bus to communicate, which is great. This route combines ancient history and natural wonders. A budget of CNY 200+ per person is enough for this limited Sichuan-style experience! Save this post and get ready for a weekend getaway!

Wow, the spring snow scenery in Huanglong Scenic Area is truly breathtaking!🤩 ❄️Huanglong, a fairyland after snow, is like a paradise on earth.🌨️ 💎The Five-Color Pool, set against the backdrop of ice and snow, appears even more turquoise, like sparkling gems.✨ 🌲The calcified wonders and icicles complement each other, composing a symphony of ice, snow, and forest.🎶 🏔️Towering snow-capped mountains and silver-coated forests glisten under the sunlight.🌟 🌬️In this tranquil world of ice and snow, experience the magic of nature and find peace and relaxation.💕 (^▽^)Come to Huanglong Scenic Area and admire this winter wonderland!🔆🚚⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐠𝐨 𓏽𓇼 Here's the travel information based on what you provided: 🎫Huanglong Scenic Area ticket prices are a great value! Peak season full price: CNY 170/person, off-season full price: CNY 60/person, discounted tickets: only CNY 30/person. Cable car uphill: CNY 80/person, downhill: CNY 40/person, sightseeing bus: CNY 20/person, limited to 5,000 tickets per day!😉 ⚠️Cable car or sightseeing bus? We recommend taking the cable car uphill and walking downhill. There are many small scenic spots along the way🏞️, don't miss them! Sightseeing bus tickets are limited to 5,000 per day, so be sure to buy them in advance! If you don't get a ticket, don't worry, the hike up takes about 40 minutes.🚶‍ 🎈Recommended route: Start from the visitor center, take the cable car uphill, then take the sightseeing bus to the calcified pools, and start hiking to the Five-Color Pool🌈. Be sure to walk slowly🚶‍, avoid strenuous exercise to prevent altitude sickness. If you feel unwell🩺, stop immediately to rest and inhale oxygen. ✨Must-see attractions: ✳️Five-Color Pool: More than 3,400 pools, shimmering like a palette🎨 under the sunlight. The clear water gets its color from the calcium carbonate and algae at the bottom of the lake, a true wonder of nature!👻 ✳️Golden Sand: The world's finest, largest, longest, and most vibrant travertine flow, a must-see! ✳️Huanglong Ancient Temple: Unique architectural style, magnificent and well-preserved. ✳️Huanglong Waterfall Group: The roaring water and magnificent momentum are truly spectacular! Important notes⚠️: Huanglong Scenic Area is at a high altitude, and altitude sickness is possible. Acclimatize your body in advance and bring necessary medication💊. The UV radiation is strong at high altitudes, so take sun protection measures. The temperature can change drastically, so bring warm clothes🧥. Wear comfortable hiking shoes👟, and bring enough water💧 and food. Protect the environment, do not litter, and let's cherish this beautiful natural landscape together.💕

🌄✨Explore the Mystical Huanglong: An Unforgettable Travel Experience!✨🌄 🌈Dear friends, today I want to introduce you to a super beautiful place - Huanglong in Aba Prefecture, Sichuan!🌊 🌲First of all, Huanglong is located in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan, and is a World Natural Heritage Site and a national 5A-level tourist attraction! 🌈Next, let me take you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Huanglong! 🏞️Huanglong Scenic Area is famous for its colorful pools, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests, with spectacular calcified landscapes and rich ecological resources. 💦Here, you can admire the colorful calcified pools, as if you are in a fairyland. 🏔️In addition, Huanglong also has beautiful snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests, allowing you to feel the magical charm of nature. 🍃In Huanglong Scenic Area, you can also taste local specialties, such as soybean noodles, zanba, and butter tea. 🏠In addition, there are many accommodation and shopping places around Huanglong Scenic Area, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable accommodation and shopping experience while enjoying the beautiful scenery. 💰Finally, I would like to remind everyone that the tickets and sightseeing buses in Huanglong are purchased separately, so it is recommended to check the prices in advance to avoid wasting money. 🎉In short, Huanglong is a beautiful and mysterious place, and I believe you will fall in love with it!

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On the way to Huanglong.

A trip to Huanglong in autumn is an unforgettable experience. Surrounded by turquoise blue pools contrasting with golden yellow calcium deposits, and framed by mountains and autumn foliage in shades of yellow and orange, it is like a natural masterpiece that is both beautiful and profound. Visiting this place is a great opportunity for nature lovers and photographers, as every corner is truly picturesque. Beauty: 🌟🌟🌟🌟 (4/5) The natural beauty here is breathtaking. The colorful calcium pools reflect the mountain scenery and changing leaves. Although the highlight areas are not vast, they fill your heart with beauty at every step. Value for Money: 🌟🌟🌟 (3/5) Although the costs are relatively high and additional fees apply for using the shuttle or cable car, experiencing the unique atmosphere of Huanglong is worth the trip at least once. Price: 🌟🌟🌟 (3/5) In addition to the entrance fee and cable car fee, every service inside has additional costs, such as the return cable car or shuttle service for those who are unable to walk up and down, which is different from other tourist spots that often have free shuttle services between points. Travel Tips Huanglong is located at an altitude of over 3,500 meters above sea level, so you should prepare both physically and mentally. Walking up and down the stairs allows you to experience nature up close. For those who do not want to walk, you can take a shuttle for just 10 yuan, but you will miss the beautiful scenery along the way. Some rest points also have small temples to visit and enjoy the view, making the walk less tiring. Overall: It is recommended to visit Huanglong at least once to experience the unique charm of nature that cannot be found elsewhere. It creates memories and enriches your travel experience in a memorable way.

It's so beautiful that it's almost unreal. It took a while to get there, but it's so beautiful that it's blinding. I really like it. China is easier than I thought. #Huanglong #Jiuzhaigou #Four Girls

Located in Songpan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, Huanglong Scenic Area is a place where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the world. Huanglong is famous for its unique landforms, including colorful pools, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests. It is known as a fairyland on earth. ### Recommended attractions🌺 - **Five-Color Pool**: As one of the core attractions of Huanglong Scenic Area, the Five-Color Pool is known for its rich colors and ever-changing water reflections. Each season has a different view, making it a paradise for photography and nature lovers. - **Golden Sand**: Walking along the wooden plank road, you will see golden travertine beaches, like a golden road, which is breathtaking. - **Zhenyan Pool**: There are many small colorful pools here. Every autumn, fallen leaves float on the water, creating a beautiful and colorful scene. ### Transportation🚗 The most convenient way to get to Huanglong is from Chengdu. Take a long-distance bus to Songpan County and then transfer to a local tourist bus or rent a car to the scenic area. It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance, especially during peak season, as traffic may be congested. If conditions permit, you can also choose to depart from Jiuzhaigou. The two attractions are close to each other, so you can arrange a combined tour. ### Accommodation recommendations🏡 - **Songpan Ancient City**: Experience the historical atmosphere of the ancient city. There are many types of guesthouses to choose from, with moderate prices and ethnic characteristics. - **Hotels near the scenic area**: To make it convenient to get up early the next day, you can choose to stay in a hotel near the scenic area, although the price is higher, but it can save travel time. ### Nearby cuisine🍲 When you come to Sichuan, you can't miss the local cuisine. In Songpan County, you can try authentic Sichuan dishes, such as spicy hotpot and hotpot. You can also taste some Tibetan flavors, such as Zamba and butter tea, which are all delicious. ### Nearby attractions recommended🏝️ If you have enough time, consider visiting the nearby Jiuzhaigou National Park, which is also known for its water scenery and forms a perfect natural scenery tour route with Huanglong. In addition, you can visit Ruoergai Grassland and experience the unique charm of the plateau pastoral area.

Huanglong: where you'll wait an hour for a cable car, climb a million steps, and be greeted with "meh" views. At least the exercise is free! #myhiddengems

Huanglong is another popular tourist attraction in Jiuzhaigou, but due to its higher altitude, some people choose not to go there. It would be a waste if you didn’t go. In fact, I personally think Huanglong is more beautiful and more distinctive. Maybe it’s because I didn’t have many expectations before I went there, so I was a little surprised when I got there. ⭐️Visit guide: It is recommended to take the cable car up the mountain, then take the sightseeing bus to the Jade and Green Pool, and then start walking to the highest point, the Five-Colored Pool, which has the most water in the entire Huanglong Scenic Area. After seeing the Five Color Pool, you can take the cable car down the mountain or walk down the mountain. I strongly recommend walking down the mountain because there are still many attractions worth seeing. It takes about 1 hour to walk down the mountain quickly. 🎫 Ticket Price: Huanglong package (ticket + upward cableway) $140/person + sightseeing bus $10/person The number of sightseeing buses in the scenic area is limited to 5,000 per day, so remember to book in advance. If you choose to take the cable car down the mountain, you can only buy a return ticket in the scenic area. 🤩Must-see attractions: 1. Five-color Pool 2. Mirror Reflection Pool 3. Pengtai Waterfall The road down the mountain splits into two roads at Jiexian Bridge. It is recommended to choose the right road to see more attractions. #trip ##scenery ##Sichuan ##Huanglong #JuneDestinations2024

The fairyland of Yao Chi, the fairy tale world, your world is moving forward, and the beautiful scenery of the Five-Colored Pool is also coming into your eyes, like a color palette of fairyland, such unreal beauty is so real, this is Huanglong. Huanglong in Sichuan Province, China, is located about 40 kilometers away from Songpan County, Abei Prefecture. It is named “Huanglong” because of the yellow calcium carbonate sediments spreading down the mountain, like a giant dragon lying between the forest and snow-capped mountains. Hence the coming. In the Huanglong Calcification Pool, the blue with a hint of green is so beautiful that it makes the eyes intoxicated. The Five-Colored Pool becomes more beautiful as the light changes. The lake and water here have also earned the reputation of being the fairyland on earth! The scenery of Huanglong is really stunning! #familytravel