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🏞️ Review of "Yading Short Route"

🏞️ Review of the "Short Hiking Route, Yading Nature Reserve, China" 🌟 Who is it suitable for? Nature lovers with limited time, photography enthusiasts, or those who don't want to trek hard but still want to experience the charm of Yading 🔹 Distance: Approximately 5–7 kilometers 🔹 Hiking time: 2–4 hours (including photo opportunities and breaks along the way) 🔹 Elevation: Approximately 3,800–4,100 meters 🔹 Starting point: From the Tourist Center → Bus into the park → Change to the electric train to the starting point ⸻ 📍 Highlights of the short route 1. Zhenzhu Hai (Pearl Lake) 🔹 A crystal-clear lake reflecting the Xiannairi peak like a mirror 🔹 A short 1.5–2 km walk from the electric train stop 2. Snowfields and pine forests 🔹 The trail is surrounded by golden pine trees during autumn (October) 🔹 Wildflowers in spring (May–June) 3. View of the Three Sacred Mountains including Xiannairi (Senninji), Yangmaiyong (央迈勇), and Chanadorje (夏诺多吉), which can be seen from various points along the way. 🧭 Getting to Yading (Summary from Chengdu) • ✈️ From Chengdu → Daocheng (approx. 1.5-hour flight) • 🚐 Daocheng Airport → Yading (approx. 2-hour drive) • 🚌 Enter the park by official bus “Yading Short Route 🌲 Easy walk with heavenly views! In just 2-3 hours, you can get panoramic photos of Emerald Lake and the sacred mountain peak. 🏔️ Perfect for those short on time or those looking for a break from adventure. 💙 #Yading #Yading #ShortRouteCanBeGreat #GetDiscountsWithoutLuck
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Posted: Aug 8, 2025
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