Mianning Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

The snow-covered Yele Lake | Once you're here, it's as if you're in Hokkaido

Many people have never encountered the white snow-covered look here Plan your trip with friends in advance After checking the weather forecast On the second day of snowfall Arrive directly in 4 hours The look after being covered by heavy snow is really awesome 📍Location: Yele Lake, Mianning County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province 🏠Homestay: Shishan Jian (The boss is very nice, and they also provide two bowls of vegetarian noodles for breakfast) 🎫Ticket: Free (Not yet developed, you can enter if you book a homestay in advance) ⛰️Altitude: About 3000 This is a quiet place with few people You don't have to queue up like other places or all are artificial traces The original village atmosphere is rich It is very suitable for friends who like niche or willing to stay in a place for some time It takes 20 minutes to drive to Menghuo City Scenic Area from here It is recommended to arrange a 3-day and 2-night trip You can ski and hike in Menghuo City Yele Lake is good for lake view and walking Camping and riding a motorcycle by the lake is really cool💯

Sichuan's Little Switzerland~YeLe Lake

Sichuan's Little Switzerland~YeLe Lake, Buddha said: Only deep and profound fate Can make us walk the same path over and over again, and go to the same place over and over again YeLe Lake, which allows me to visit the same place twice, is one of them. I accidentally saw YeLe Lake on the Internet a few years ago Indeed, it is a niche attraction that few people know about. It is in a semi-open state You need to book a homestay in the scenic area in advance to enter the scenic area. There are very few homestays, and only one has good conditions I like this semi-open state, which greatly controls the flow of people and will not disturb the lives of the original residents It also enhances the experience of guests staying in the scenic area. The first time I went to YeLe Lake was during the Spring Festival in 2022. When other scenic spots were overcrowded I experienced charter tourism at YeLe Lake (with winter photos) The feeling is different in different seasons, it's worth me to travel a long way to see it. Today I saw the latest news about YeLe Lake, which is limited to 100 people per day You can make an appointment online in advance, and you don't need to book a homestay in the scenic area to enter

Help! The free scenic spots around Chengdu are so beautiful that they'll make you cry!

👭Sisters, if you are planning a two-day trip around Chengdu, then Yele Lake is definitely the first choice! This free and less-known attraction is simply stunning, and it is the most beautiful and romantic place I have visited in Western Sichuan this year. 🚗You can have a cool getaway on the weekend, with the Tiffany blue lake, mountains all around, and herds of cattle and sheep, every spot is breathtakingly beautiful. The day I went there was sunny, and every casual shot was a masterpiece. 📍Location: Yele Lake, located in Mianning County, Liangshan Prefecture 🌲Altitude: 2600m 🎫Ticket: Free 🚗Self-driving: It takes about 4 hours to drive from Chengdu. There are about ten guesthouses and homestays by the lake, where you can book accommodation or meals in advance. If you don't want to stay overnight, bring camping gear, camp by the lake, and have afternoon tea, which is also super comfortable. Most importantly, camping here is also free! Such a beautiful place, hurry up and take your family and friends to set off! Experience the 20-degree summer of Yele Lake, and let your soul be healed and relaxed!

The closest little Xinjiang to Chengdu—Yele Lake

🍀 Yele Lake is located in Mianning County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, at an altitude of about 2600 meters. The lake covers an area of 10 square kilometers, surrounded by mountains, with clear waters reaching the sky. Especially on clear days, the lake surface is like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and the inverted image of snow-capped mountains, forming a stunning plateau lake landscape. This place has not been overdeveloped and retains the most pristine natural atmosphere, making it a sacred destination for photography enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and those seeking a tranquil journey. Transportation Strategy: Driving: Depart from Chengdu, take the Chengya Expressway and Yaxi Expressway to Mianning, then follow Provincial Road 217 north to Yele Township. The total distance is about 400 kilometers, with good road conditions, making self-driving the most convenient option. Public Transport: You can first take a train or long-distance bus to Mianning County, and then transfer to a local bus or chartered car to Yele Lake. Nearby Attractions Recommendations Menghuo City: The legendary land of the Nanman King Menghuo, with a simple and desolate atmosphere, rich in historical culture and unique natural scenery. Lugu Lake: About 200 kilometers from Yele Lake, the Mosuo culture there and the sunrise and sunset of Lugu Lake are equally unforgettable. Qionghai Wetland Park: Located in Xichang City, not far from Mianning, the lake and mountain scenery and ecological diversity here are considered a green gem of southwestern Sichuan. At Yele Lake, every breeze and every cloud tells a story belonging to this secret realm.

Mianning-Lingshan Temple

Hidden and unassuming, in the deep old forest of the western foothills of Xiaoxiangling, the incense is not affected by the remote and high ridge, it's truly a treasure land. During the Qianlong period, Buddhist disciple Yang Xuexin (Dharma name Wuzhen) traveled through the 'Four Famous Mountains' and passed by Mianning Lingshan. He saw detailed clouds covering it, and was moved by the unique and strange scenery of Lingshan, so he decided to build a temple in Lingshan for quiet cultivation. It took 15 years to build the Lingshan Temple, and he preached for 21 springs and autumns, with 48 disciples. In 1804, after his death, his body did not decay and was worshipped by disciples in the Buddha Hall for 160 years. Moreover, he left a spectacular 'Seven Stars Holding the Moon' temple for future generations, and created the temple style of 'Goodness is the Best, Forever Tied to Lingguang' for future generations.

Lingshan Temple‖"The first spirit in the world, the first mountain in the south of Sichuan, the first temple in Panxi"

Lingshan Temple is located in Mianning County, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is 365 kilometers away from downtown Chengdu, 8 kilometers away from Mianning County, and 80 kilometers away from the capital of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture. Because it is closely backed by the towering mountain called Lingshan, it is called Lingshan Temple. Lingshan Temple was built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. It is the most famous temple in Liangshan Prefecture, and it is known as the "first spirit in the world, the first mountain in the south of Sichuan, the first temple in Panxi" because of its responsiveness. The scenery of Lingshan Temple is beautiful, with green mountains and trees all year round, clouds and mists, and the changes in the cloud layer are dazzling and spectacular. After sunrise or sunset, the sunlight is like thousands of golden lights, like a myriad of rosy clouds, dyeing the white clouds in the sky colorful, and reflecting the Lingshan Temple golden, as if the entire Lingshan Temple is covered with gold gauze at that moment. Being in the morning clouds and evening fog of Lingshan Temple, listening to the morning bell and evening drum, stopping, you can unload the fatigue, and quietly appreciate the natural landscape of Lingshan Temple is a kind of healing. Main attractions: Changhai Monk Ling Pagoda, Gao Monk Practice Place, Huotanbao Tibetan Stone Carving, Benbo Teaching Stele, Moyu Sea, Jin Sea, Lian San Sea Parking: 10 yuan Tickets: 58 yuan for adults Scenic area shuttle bus round trip: 20 yuan per person (you can choose to walk or ride a horse up the mountain, 35 yuan for a single trip by horse, and a management fee of 2 yuan) Address: 20 kilometers east of the city of Mianning County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province

I accidentally watched a few episodes of "Bohai Alliance", which was attracted by the historical story of Liu Bocheng and Xiaoye Dan's blood. I didn't expect the China Self-driving Tournament to come to the place where the story happened - Suining. The Bohai Sea here is an important stop on the Red Army's Long March. The Xichang satellite launching base here is a place to go to the moon. The Yele Lake here is surrounded by the natural beauty of snow-capped mountains and meadows. Raise the resort.

Visited Yele Lake

Yele Lake | A lakeside worth revisiting 🕹️ Yele Lake is a reservoir located in the mountains of Mianning, with an altitude of 2600 meters. It boasts scenic views of mountains and lakes, situated in Yele Township of Mianning County, 320 kilometers from Chengdu, about a 4-hour drive, which is perfect for a weekend trip. 🚗 Transportation: After exiting the highway, the road to Yele Lake will climb a mountain pass, but the road condition is quite good, and the road is relatively wide. Just be aware of falling rocks. ✅ About reservation: Currently, there is no need to make a reservation or book a homestay to enter Yele Lake. You only need to register fire prevention information twice to enter. 🏠 Accommodation: There are several homestays and camping sites⛺️ inside, but the voltage may be unstable in the homestays. 🍲 Dining: There are no dedicated restaurants in Yele Lake. Meals can be pre-ordered from homestays. This time we chose to pre-order from Miye Inn, and the smoked meat stewed chicken soup pot we had was very tasty, recommended👍 🌲 Scenery: Yele Lake has pleasant scenery, with different views in each season. It has a quiet beauty that feels secluded from the world, with primitive villages of ethnic minorities, few people, beautiful views, and many animals. Along the way, there are monkeys🐒, cattle and sheep🐑🐂, pigs🐖. Snow-capped mountains are within easy reach, and when the weather is good and the sun is out, the lake shimmers beautifully. You can watch the sunrise and sunset🌄, and at night there are stars🌃. It's very relaxing, fun, beautiful, and photogenic by the lakeside. In summer, when the grass turns green, it should be even more beautiful. I want to go again in winter. Highly recommend camping⛺️ 1️⃣ For camping, you can navigate to📍 Yele Lake Shepherd Tribe Camping Base. It costs 40 yuan/car to enter, plus 10 yuan per person. Camping overnight costs 100 yuan per car, and individuals are not charged. The campsite has toilets, hot water, and wooden platforms for tents⛺️, close to the mountains and lakeside, with nice views. 2️⃣ If you stay in your car for camping, you can navigate to📍 Miye Inn. There is a large open space in front of the inn where you can also camp for free, next to the lakeside, with beautiful scenery. You can borrow the toilet at the inn for washing, and you can also pre-order meals there. The owner is very nice, highly recommended! Tips: The mountain road to Yele Lake is in good condition and friendly for beginners. Sedans can go up the mountain, but be careful of falling rocks⚠️ The temperature varies greatly between morning and evening, and the wind by the lake is also strong, so be prepared with thick clothes and a hat.

Mianning Yihai Alliance Hotel is a high-end hotel located in Chengxiang Town, Mianning County

Mianning Yihai Alliance Hotel is a high-end hotel located in Chengxiang Town, Mianning County, which opened in 2020. The hotel, themed on the Red Army's Long March through Liangshan, integrates the red culture, Yi traditional culture, and the culture of the Han area in Liangshan Mianning, creating a comprehensive agricultural, cultural and tourism business complex that includes boutique hotels, specialty restaurants, high-end business receptions, specialty tourism product exhibitions and sales, and leisure and entertainment. The hotel is ideally located, situated on the demonstration section of the Kangyang Cultural Tourism Area, the National Ecological Pastoral Demonstration Area, and the Anning River Agricultural and Cultural Tourism Ecological Corridor, which are heavily promoted by the Mianning County Government. Facing the Anning River, it is close to the Red Army Culture Square, Wetland Grassland Park, and Long March Memorial Hall, with a beautiful surrounding environment. The hotel is fully equipped. The first floor has a leisure area that can accommodate 70 people, suitable for leisure and meeting friends. The second floor banquet hall is fully equipped and can accommodate 450 people for dining at the same time, also suitable for large-scale conferences. The third floor has 11 banquet rooms, which are the first choice for family gatherings and banquets. The hotel has a total of 127 rooms from the 6th to the 13th floor, including standard rooms, single rooms, family suites, and executive suites, meeting the needs of different groups. The rooms are mainly Chinese style, elegant and warm, and are the ideal choice for leisure, honeymoon vacations, group tours, and business trips. In addition, the hotel also provides a variety of facilities and services, such as meal delivery service, lobby bar, first aid kit, parking lot, Chinese instructions, public area Wi-Fi, conference hall, elevator, express service, ironing service, 24-hour front desk, smoking area, front desk safe for valuables, wake-up service, etc., providing guests with a convenient and safe stay experience. The surrounding transportation is convenient, about 40.16 kilometers from Mianning Station and about 51.83 kilometers from Xide West Station; the city center is about 0.38 kilometers from the hotel. Mianning Yihai Alliance Hotel attracts all kinds of guests with its exquisite decoration, comprehensive high-quality services, and unique theme culture. It is a shining pearl in Mianning County.