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4860 Meters Above Sea Level: The Winter Limited Edition of the Dagu Glacier Cloud Wonderland Has Me in Tears

The "Ice and Snow Sanctuary" of Western Sichuan, Dagu Glacier❄️ Who says winter in Western Sichuan is only bleak? The winter at Dagu Glacier is like God's spilled palette of ice and snow🎨 📍Location: Luhua Town, Heishui County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province Standing at the 4860-meter-high cloud summit, all you see is an endless white blanket, set against a sapphire blue sky and cotton candy-like clouds. When the wind blows, snowflakes wrapped in mist drift over the ridges, as if you've stepped into the real-life set of "Frozen"❄️ 💯【Must-Visit Legendary Photo Spots】💯 1️⃣ 4860 Viewing Platform 🏔️ With snow-capped peaks as the backdrop, the red heart-shaped installation is a natural photo frame for couples and best friends💌 📸 Photo tip: When the sunlight slants, shadows on the snow look like they're sprinkling sugar~ Best time to shoot is 2-3 PM! 2️⃣ Glacier Café ☕ The highest-altitude café in the world! Hold a cup of hot cocoa printed with "4860," and the window seat brings the snowy mountains right into your frame 🕒 Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 🎨 Indoor cave style + snowy outdoors, a stunning contrast of warm and cold colors perfect for photos! 3️⃣ Cable Car Cabin 🚠 The orange-red cable car shuttles through snowy ridges, every snap looks like a scene from a "magical wonderland" movie🎬 💰 Cable car ticket: 180 RMB/person 4️⃣ National Flag Viewing Platform 🇨🇳 Snowy mountains and rivers under the red flag, naturally blessed with a sacred and romantic filter 🧥【Winter Outfit Guide】(Warmth + Photogenic) ● Outer layer: Bright-colored down jacket (white/Klein blue/wine red), striking against the white snow ● Inner layer: Cashmere base + fleece sweatshirt, layered without bulk ● Accessories: Plush Russian hat + scarf + gloves, sunglasses are a must (snow glare is super harsh)🕶️ 📌【Practical Tips】 ⚠️ Altitude sickness prevention: Drink Rhodiola one day in advance, avoid running or jumping after arrival 🧣 Warmth details: Wear fleece-lined snow boots + wool socks, keep a heat pack on your phone ⏱️ Opening hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM) 🎫 Ticket: 120 RMB/person ✨【Exclusive Group Tour Benefits】 ✅ Small groups of 2-6 people, no crowding ✅ Professional DSLR photography throughout, photos delivered without editing ✅ Thoughtfully prepared heat packs + oxygen tanks + hot ginger tea ✅ Secret little-known photo spots, avoid peak crowds "If winter has a hometown, it must look like Dagu Glacier"☃️ This snowy season, I want to share a cup of hot cocoa with you at 4860 meters above sea level, watching the snow mountains dance with the clouds☁️
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Posted: Dec 4, 2025
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