2024 Shimian Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
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5-day Panzhihua-Xichang-Miyi itinerary.
Hey guys! A 5-day in-depth tour of Panzhihua-Xichang-Miyi, enjoy the scenery of southern Sichuan! Here is a super useful guide, save it and start your journey now!
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🛤️Itinerary:
DAY1: Jiuxiang Town - Lushan
On the first day, you will experience the local customs of Jiuxiang Town, and then go to Lushan to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the mountains and rivers.
DAY2: Xinshan Terraces - Panzhihua China Third Front Construction Museum
On the second day, we will visit the natural scenery of Xinshan Terraces, and then go to the Panzhihua China Third Front Construction Museum to trace the footsteps of history.
DAY3: Panzhihua Park - Huili Ancient Town
On the third day, you will discover the natural landscape of Panzhihua Park, and then go to Huili Ancient Town to experience the charm and history of the ancient town.
DAY4: Huili Memorial Hall of the Long March of the Red Army - Tang Garden
On the fourth day, visit the Huili Memorial Hall of the Long March of the Red Army to relive the red memory, and then visit Tang Garden to enjoy the elegance of classical gardens.
DAY5: Anshun Field
On the last day, we will arrive at Anshun Field, where we will end this pleasant journey and leave unforgettable memories.
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Some tips:
- Food: Panzhihua beef rice noodles are great, Xichang barbecue is a must-try, and don't miss Miyi's special snacks! 🍜🍢
- Specialty prices: Compare several stores when buying specialties, as the price difference is quite large. 🛍️
- Airport transportation: Check the airport bus schedule in advance, don't miss it! 🚌
- Photo spots: Miyi Lisu Terraces and Xichang Qionghai are great places to take photos! 📸
- Tips: Panzhihua has plenty of sunshine, so make sure to protect yourself from the sun! Xichang is windy, so dress warmly. 🧢🧣
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NovaDreamers
We didn't go to Switzerland! We just went to the area around Chengdu...
We didn't go to Switzerland, just the area around Chengdu...
It takes 3–4 hours to drive there 🚗
It's already snowing ❄️
It's like a snowy scene from a fairy tale
I screamed... It was so beautiful I was speechless
You can easily see
the golden sunrise, starry sky, sunrise, and sea of clouds
You can also see Mount Gongga
Don't miss this
great place to see snow
We stayed at the only hotel here
Junlan Hotel, the facilities, environment, and rooms are all great
You must get up early, get up early, get up early
Because the weather is good 🌞
Get up in the morning to see the golden sunrise
Take photos at the ghost forest 📷
Then go skiing in the afternoon 🎿
A super photogenic and fun trip
Hayes Thomas Tom
Shimianshe 108 Hot Spring Hotel, a hot spring treasure in the mountains.
Today, I must share with you an amazing hot spring hotel - Shimianshe 108 Hot Spring Hotel! 😍
This hotel is hidden in the mountains and rivers of Shimian, in an excellent location, like a paradise forgotten by the world.
As soon as you step into this area, the fresh air mixed with a faint hot spring scent hits you, instantly making you feel relaxed and your fatigue dissipates. 🌬
♨ The hot spring at the hotel is simply a highlight! The hot spring water is natural, warm, and clear, rich in minerals and trace elements that are beneficial to the human body. The hot spring pools are scattered throughout the garden, each surrounded by lush greenery, offering great privacy, allowing you to enjoy your own quiet time. Whether in the daytime when the sun is shining or at night when the stars are bright, soaking in the hot spring, feeling the warm water wrapping your skin, all the stress can be released, it is simply an ultimate enjoyment. 🌌
🏠 The rooms at the hotel are also very unique, with a simple yet elegant decoration style. The rooms are spacious and bright, the bedding is soft and comfortable, and every detail is handled just right. From the windows of the room, you can see the surrounding green mountains and valleys, the scenery is beautiful, allowing you to feel the charm of nature even in the room. 🛏
🌳 The environment around the hotel is also worth exploring. Not far away is a babbling stream and dense forest, you can take a leisurely stroll, listen to the birds singing, breathe the fresh air, and have a close encounter with nature. 🚶♂️
🎈 Shimianshe 108 Hot Spring Hotel is really a great place for a relaxing vacation.
If you come to Shimian, you can consider this hotel.
Nathan456_Morgan
I prefer the mountains and fields.
Coming from another place, the freshness and strangeness make me unconsciously come into contact with unique things. They flow in the river of daily life, and we are like a foreign branch, always creating small ripples when the microwaves pass by.
The thick fog in the morning shrouds the whole mountain and field. When I open my eyes, the fog is so thick that it seems to float into the house, lingering around me, making my heart feel lighter. The trees and distant mountains in the fog have a more mysterious aura than on sunny days. Standing there, birds occasionally fly overhead.
The four seasons rotate, and nature alternates, which is an inevitable law. After the autumn harvest, the mountains and fields fade away from their heavy colors and appear desolate. People also put away their good interest in visiting. Beauty lies in the whole picture of life and breath.
If you look away, there are many things worth exploring in the mountains and towns. Sometimes beauty does not easily reveal its true face, and sometimes it is right in front of you.
A mountain bird flying by, a breeze wandering through the mountains, a vibrant field... Nature allows the mind to stroll, illuminating the purest perception and imagination within people, leaving a beautiful annotation in the mountains and fields with a free soul.
spiritedspearmint
The wabi-sabi style homestay in the Sichuan mine site - Shimaen Tongqu 108 Society.
In the afternoon, we set off from Chengdu to Ya'an. Our family planned to go to Yele Lake and came to Shimaen County. The mountains and rivers here are beautiful and the climate is pleasant. It is an excellent rest point on the journey. In the end, we chose to stay in Shimaen Tongqu 108 Society Homestay.
The room is very beautiful, it is my favorite style, simple and clean! The outside park is also good, the factory transformation can be visited, tell the children, and learn about this history!
The best thing is the matching toiletries. I really like the gardenia flavor. It is used on my heart. And it is independently packaged, and I am not worried about what others add to it.
The service is also great, the small housekeeper is on call, and also introduced a lot of local food and fun.
Breakfast is a variety of choices, we have a few people, choose sandwiches, noodles and porridge!
The glass house in the coffee shop is really feeling under the sun! The coffee sister is very good, optimistic and cheerful, enthusiastic service, and the coffee taste is also good!
It is also close to Shimaen County, a few minutes by car, it is convenient to go to barbecue and go to Yele Lake the next day.
ceraceous_leona
Moon Lake
Moon Lake is located in Pusharong Township, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is in the Lotus Sea National Forest Park and is more than 3,500 meters above sea level. It is a "pearl" hidden in the deep mountains.
The lake water of Moon Lake is clear and bottomless, with green moss and dense forests and green mountains around it. The scenery is very charming. This is an undeveloped scenic spot. Tourists can camp, hike, and take photos here to feel the original beauty of nature up close.
To go to Moon Lake from Kangding City, you can first reach Pusharong Township, and then go to Lotus Sea National Forest Park. In the park, there are signs indicating the direction to Moon Lake. As Moon Lake is at a high altitude, it is recommended that tourists take precautions against altitude sickness before going, and pay attention to keeping warm and sun protection.
If you plan to travel to Moon Lake, it is recommended to understand the local weather conditions and the opening hours of the scenic spot in advance to better plan your itinerary. At the same time, in order to protect the environment of the scenic spot, tourists should keep the environment clean and not litter at will during the tour.
zane&&
On the way to Xichang, we made a stop and stayed at a hotel located in an old mining area
The whole family drove to Xichang for a vacation⛱️
We specifically arranged to stop in Shimian because we wanted to eat Shimian barbecue😋
We chose a very unique hotel online
📍 Shimian Tongqu·108 She Hot Spring Resort Hotel
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It is located on the site of one of the eight major mines in China—the old site of the Sichuan Asbestos Mine
It is a hotel with memories of an industrial heritage
True industrial style, with traces of the old mining area everywhere, like walking into a small museum!
The most special features are the spiral staircase and maze in front of the house
Rich in artistic atmosphere, full of design, perfect for taking photos📷
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The rooms are in the popular wabi-sabi style, simple and understated, without too much decoration🎍
But very attentive to details, warm and comfortable🤗
The 2-meter tatami bed is spacious for family stays🛌
We booked a private hot spring room♨️ in advance, which was clean and private. Soaking in the hot spring on a cool night was really comfortable and relieved the fatigue of the journey!
The hotel also has a dedicated café☕️ and book bar, where you can drink coffee and read books📖, giving a sense of time travel!
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Nearby attractions: Sichuan Mining Museum, Menghuo City Scenic Area
890Finn~Ward^
Recommend a pet-friendly B&B around Chengdu
Mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, let's go together 🐶🐶
Let's gaze at the sea of clouds on the terrace ☁
Let's run, play, and splash on the big lawn 💦
Let's hike in the primeval forest and get close to nature
🐾 Bring your furry kids and have fun in the mountains!
✅ Menghuo City: An excellent choice for traveling with dogs, where the high mountains and fields can be a playground for your furry kids
Accommodation recommendation:
Menghuo City Wild Sleep Tent Camp
🔹 Located in the core area of Menghuo City Scenic Area, next to the popular suspension bridge, it is both a scenery and a guest room
🔹 The primeval forest is lush and green, making it a great place to get close to nature, escape the heat, and breathe fresh air around Chengdu
🔹 The B&B is surrounded by mountains and forests. To allow guests to better enjoy the scenery indoors, each room has large floor-to-ceiling windows
🔹 In the leisurely afternoon, have a cup of coffee on the terrace with your furry kids by your side, everything is just perfect
Maximus_Blackwood+59
In the summer at Menghuo City and Yele Lake, cure anxiety
"Yele Lake" is a natural lake that has not yet been developed.
"Menghuo City" has the landforms, vegetation, and meadows of Altay, as well as cattle and sheep.
It is located within Sichuan Province. Here is the self-driving test strategy:
D1 Chengdu--Jiuxiang---Menghuo City (Accommodation: Menghuo City Xiangye Er Mian Tent Camp)
Navigation: Menghuo City
Road conditions: All highways
Menghuo City check-in points: Sky Mirror, Large Meadow, Horse Farm, Suspension Bridge, UTV, Beacon Tower...
D2 Menghuo City--Yele Lake---Chengdu
Navigation: Yele Lake (1h)
Road conditions: Cement road, wide and flat, not dangerous, a small section near the lake is quite rough
Check-in points: Shepherd Tribe Camping Base (higher terrain overlooking the lake)——Green Forest Fritillaria Base (100 meters to the lake, close view of the lake)
A cup of hand-ground coffee in the mountains
A bouquet of wildflowers on the terrace
This weekend, find a secluded place at "Xiangye Er Mian"
Small tips:
The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, bring a jacket!
The plateau climate is changeable, bring rain gear!!
You may encounter free-range cattle, sheep, and pigs on the road at any time, drive safely and respect local customs!!
PathfindingPleasures
In summer, visit the snow-capped mountains; this industrial-style homestay is a must-go
⛰️Snow-capped mountains
🍢Barbecue
🎬Perfect preservation of the traces of time
🏠Hotel with a collision of industrial style and modernity
🎈Tongqu·108 She Hot Spring Resort Hotel
🗺️Address: No. 9, Guangyuanbao Middle Road, Shimian County, Ya'an City
🚗About 3.5 hours from Chengdu
🌟In early summer, the distant Gongga Snow Mountain⛰️ is still covered with snow
Tourists coming to Wanggangping for hiking are increasing
The hotel café is also getting lively
In the industrial-style café, some old instruments left by the Sichuan mining factory, the romantic nostalgia collides with the industrialized scene, having a cup of coffee and a dessert here is a pleasant thing
The large courtyard outside, if you are lucky to have breakfast in the morning, you can see the golden sunlight on Gongga Snow Mountain⛰️🤩
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🌟Walking from the café to the accommodation area, you have to pass through the 'white maze' and the spiral staircase, which is the most photogenic place in the hotel!
During the day, sunlight☀️ filters through the forest, and in the evening, orange-yellow lights come on, creating a perfect atmosphere💯
24 guest rooms, different room types to meet the needs of different people
The room functions are clearly divided, with leather sofas, bamboo low cabinets, and the overall tone is natural wood and white, with warm lighting adding a touch of coziness to the room
The green plants outside the window are also a big plus for the room's ambiance
King Koil mattresses, Marshall speakers, smart toilets, the room's soft furnishings are all well-equipped
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There are also 3 private hot spring courtyards, introducing natural hot springs from Shimian, the courtyards are independent and private, with one hot spring per room, equipped with independent changing rooms and sauna rooms
After a tiring hike, it's perfect to relax here😌
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After booking, a butler will contact you in advance and inform you of some warm tips, giving you a sense of coming home
Parents with pets can also choose with confidence, the hotel is pet-friendly, they can play and make friends happily here
Equipped with a parking lot🅿️ and electric vehicle charging piles, charging🔋 is not a problem
Penelope Rodriguez Ivy-25
Altay in Sichuan
Altay in Sichuan - Yele Lake Bar in Chengdu
Recently it was popular on CCTV. The local cultural scenery is refreshing and refreshing. After watching it, I wanted to go on a trip where anyone can go, but it was too far and my fingertips were too thin.
It doesn't matter, there is also our own Altay around Chengdu - (located in Yele Township, Mianning County, Liangshan Prefecture), which retains the scenery of plateau lakes at an altitude of 2,600.
For fun~
2 days and 1 night self-driving route
It is 320km away from Chengdu, so self-driving experience is the best!
Day1: Chengdu➡️Menghuo City➡️Shimian County
Day2: Shimian County➡️Yele Lake➡️Chengdu
It is not recommended to go on a one-day tour as the time is too tight. It takes 5 hours to drive from Chengdu. The two-day trip is relatively comfortable. On the first day, you can go to Shimian to eat barbecue, go to Menghuo City for fun, and stay in Shimian County or Liziping in the evening. It took about 1 hour to drive there the next day.
About camping
You can camp by the lake and watch the starry sky here at night, it’s so beautiful~
However, there are fees for camping there, which is not expensive. There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening, so it is more suitable for friends with outdoor experience.
Must-see attractions
Along the way, we encountered cattle, sheep, monkeys, and black mountain pigs, which was very original;
The blue lake, distant mountains and close water, cattle and sheep meadows, and villages halfway up the mountain really gave me a sense of sight of Altay Xinjiang.
You can take photos by the lake📷Primitive small forest and grassland
Taking photos is really impressive and the scenery is stunning!!!
About tickets
free
About food
Asbestos BBQ and Xichang Haggis Rice Noodles are a must-try; Jiuxiang Beef
There is nothing delicious near Yele Lake, so it is recommended to bring your own snacks and fruits.
Best viewing time
From June to September, Yele Lake is the most beautiful season. The lake is blue, surrounded by primeval forests, with snow-capped mountains reflected in it, and large meadows with clusters of rhododendrons and wild flowers. Cattle and sheep roam waist-deep in the lake. Grazing peacefully in the pasture.
Attention ⚠️
There is a big temperature difference between day and night in Yele Lake, so you should wear a thick coat and a hat to keep warm.
Girls should wear sunscreen and UV rays are stronger
If you are going camping, remember to bring a sleeping bag
ScarlettMcAllister95
Beholding the Mountains and Rivers | I am in Ya'an
After watching 'Above the Clouds on the Back of a Cow'
I was amazed by the beauty of Niubei Mountain
So I came to Ya'an
Following the movie
I checked in at the beautiful sights of Ya'an
P1-P4 Wanggangping
Here lies a primitive forest of ten thousand acres
And it is the prime photo spot for Gongga Snow Mountain
The beauty is just like a painting
Meadows, forests, snow mountains...
This place fulfills all my imaginations of Western Sichuan
P5 Niubei Mountain
I first knew about it because of 'Above the Clouds on the Back of a Cow'
I also saw many beautiful photos shared by netizens
The most shocking is the landscape here
Mud Mountain, Wawu Mountain, Emei Mountain, Jiajin Mountain, Four Girls Mountain, Erlang Mountain, and Gongga Snow Mountain
On the back of Niubei, you can check in all at once
P6 Longcanggou National Forest Park
This place was once a filming location for 'Universe Exploration Editorial Department'
It is a national forest park with a coverage rate of 97.5%
The autumn here
Is a palette of colors
P7 Mengding Mountain
Here is the filming location of 'Unfamiliar Life Road' - Ten-mile Plum Village·Tea Garden Xiaoqu
It is also the filming location for 'Tea - A Story of a Leaf'
There is also a super beautiful hiking route - Mengding Mountain Heavenly Ladder Ancient Path
P8 Hanyuan Lake
This is the largest man-made lake in the southwest
Though man-made, it is incredibly beautiful
Camping by the lake is especially pleasant
Perhaps people should stay in places without ceilings
P9 Gulu Village
After watching 'Above the Clouds Rainbow'
I learned that on the cliffs at the entrance of the Dadu River Gorge in Sichuan
There is a Yi ethnic village
Man-made passages carved out to the outside world
Here you will regret not going
And you will also regret going! Why didn't I go earlier?
TheodoreLivingston20
Ya'an Shimian Pet-Friendly Homestay! Truly deserving of the title of Barbecue Capital!
After playing at Wanggangping and Yele Lake, we passed through Shimian for one night and stayed at Tongqu 108 Hostel! The staff were very enthusiastic, always greeting us, and on the day we checked in, there were spare rooms, so the staff offered to upgrade our room for free, and they were also very kind to our little dog!
The hotel is like a paradise, with very distinctive decor, high aesthetic value, and the spiral staircase is great for taking photos.
It's worth mentioning that it's a pet-friendly hotel, and the homestay's own little white dog named Manfang is too cute! It became good friends with my dog! After checking in, we went to eat at Sister Luo's barbecue, which was fantastic! The next day we were ready to set off for Wanggangping and Yele Lake!
TechTrendsTrailblazer
Wanggangping, an underrated treasure trove
The breathtaking view of the sunlit Golden Mountain can be enjoyed around 6 a.m., which is truly awe-inspiring. The giant rocks have an exotic charm, and to capture their full panorama, one needs to stand at a distance. Before sunrise, around 4 or 5 in the morning, the reflection from the snow mountain is very bright, but the hazy beauty is also uniquely enchanting. There's also the peculiar forest, a place for nature and plant lovers to savor slowly.
As for transportation, we chose to drive there, which is only about a 3.5-hour drive from Chengdu, and parking costs 20 yuan. I heard there's a direct bus from Jinniu District, but it requires a group of at least four and needs to be booked in advance.
The scenic area has no admission fee, with the main expenses being the sightseeing bus and cable car. The cable car here is known as the one with the largest drop in China, taking about 20 minutes one way. The ticket price is quite reasonable, although those with a fear of heights might feel a bit apprehensive; remember to try not to look outside.
In terms of accommodation, there are options like camping sites, modular cabins, hotels, and wooden cottages. The most economical is camping (Laiye Campsite/Xingkong Campsite), and our booking at Xingkong Campsite, which included a two-person cable car tour, was only 468 yuan, quite a bargain, and you can see the snow mountain right from your tent. However, it's not recommended to stay here when it rains. For those with higher accommodation standards, wooden cottages or hotels are more suitable, though more expensive, costing over 1000 yuan. You can also bring your own tent, but there is a 60 yuan cleaning fee, which I find a bit troublesome.
Regarding food, there aren't many options within the scenic area, with vending machines available to buy water and biscuits. Barbecue is not always available and is quite expensive, costing about two to three hundred yuan for two people. Junlan Hotel offers special Chinese meals, with a set meal for two costing 268 yuan. Like 'special forces', you can bring your own food as there is always boiling water available in the area, and the toilets are mobile without lights inside.
The place is very pet-friendly, and the staff all love dogs. If you want to stay overnight, you should call ahead to inquire, and some places may charge an additional cleaning fee, which is not cheap. If you visit on a weekday, you can also try negotiating over the phone, and you might be successful when it's not crowded.
In terms of clothing, you can wear normal summer clothes during the day with proper sun protection; at night, it's recommended to wear a thick coat or down jacket. The night we went, it rained, and we thought it would be a wasted trip, but the sunrise in the morning was truly stunning. The sunrise happens quickly, and in no time, the sun was out, with blue skies and white clouds, and the air was super fresh!
uppergave
In the autumn of Ya'an in Western Sichuan, I stumbled upon the 'Little Switzerland'~
The end of autumn in Ya'an is brilliantly golden, where you can enjoy the most beautiful colorful forests, as well as see the adorable giant pandas🐼, green meadows, and babbling streams, giving you the feeling of being in 'Switzerland'. Visiting the 'New Eight Scenic Spots' of Ya'an with friends, one can't help but exclaim in amazement❗
1⃣️ Niubeishan
Niubeishan combines spectacular wonders such as sunrise, snow-capped mountains, sea of clouds, Buddha's light, starry sky, and flower sea, and is known as 'Asia's most beautiful 360° viewing platform', with the reputation of 'returning from Niubei without looking at clouds'. First, a shock! Standing on the 360° viewing platform, you can experience the stunning beauty of the sea of clouds, snow mountains, and sunrise🌅. The Niubeishan ticket-free event is still ongoing! 🎫Now tickets + sightseeing car 0 yuan/person~
2⃣️ Bifengxia
'National Geographic' did not deceive me. The severely underrated small city in Western Sichuan, here is the 5A scenic spot Bifengxia, I think the biggest advantage is that you can watch the national treasure panda at close range!!!! How can you not be moved!!!! The dreamy land of giant pandas🐼, what attracts me the most is the opportunity to see the adorable giant pandas🐼 up close, definitely not to be missed!
🎫Ticket + 🚠Sightseeing: 100r
⏰Opening hours: 9:00-16:00
3⃣️ Wanggangping
Gradually entering autumn, Wanggangping will be as beautiful as a fairyland~ The autumn breeze sweeps through, and the large colorful forests, like God's overturned palette, pile up on the slopes in reds and greens, like brocade and jade, dazzling and intoxicating! There is also the Gongga Snow Mountain with its perennial snow, the forest in brilliant purples and reds, this is the 'Song of Ice and Fire'~ Snow-capped mountains and colorful forests appear in the same picture, a rare sight, with thick fog, it's like traveling through a fairyland, with sunrise, it's like being clad in golden armor😍
4⃣️ Mengdingshan
The middle and late October of each year is the most beautiful season for ginkgo trees, with yellow leaves🍂 all over the ground, a paradise for photographers. The Mengdingshan scenic area's Tiangai Temple is surrounded by 13 tall ginkgo trees, with 12 remaining female trees, known as 'Mengding's Twelve Hairpins', each with a history of 2200 years. This kind of ancient ginkgo group is rare in Sichuan Province and even in the whole country.
The secret base of ginkgo, in autumn the ginkgo leaves cover the ground, super beautiful for photos! The 52 yuan ticket is a great place for photo ops.
♨️ Additionally, there are
5⃣️ Hanjiang Ancient City
6⃣️ Fengtongzhai Dengchi Valley
7⃣️ Laba River
8⃣️ Sichuan Dadu River Gorge National Geopark
Ya'an is also the first and only city in Sichuan to be awarded the title of 'National Designated Film Shooting Location'. Movies like 'The Road of Life is Unfamiliar', 'The Road to Heaven', 'Above the Clouds on Niubei', and TV series 'Yi Hai Alliance' have successively brought the beautiful scenery and food of Ya'an to the screen. The movie 'P Plan', starring internationally renowned actor Jackie Chan, is currently being filmed in Ya'an, and the TV series 'Westward, Westward' has just wrapped up shooting in Ya'an.
Why go to Xinjiang or Switzerland, folks! If you don't want to travel far and deal with crowds, definitely take this guide~ A lesser-known tourist spot around Chengdu
99% of the locals don't know! Under the Gongga Snow Mountain, above the cloud pasture, yes! This is Ya'an!!! You definitely can't miss the autumn in Ya'an😛
J@yd3n Wh.t3
Yele Lake in Liangshan, a secret place unknown to 99% of people
Yele, I stumbled upon this place online and was instantly intrigued. Taking advantage of the holiday, I drove there from Chengdu, which took about four hours. Upon entering the lake area, I was truly stunned by the natural and primitive scenery of mountains, lakes, livestock, and houses. Driving around the lake made me feel incredibly relaxed. Forget about the crowded Dali; this is the real place where you can feel the wind. Here are some tips:
1. There's no admission fee, but there's someone guarding the entrance to the lake area. Whether you can get in depends on your luck. I had to talk to the gatekeeper for a while, and eventually, after registering my information, I was allowed in.
2. There are hardly any tourists; I only encountered what seemed to be an outdoor group in the entire afternoon, and I was the only individual traveler.
3. Most of the journey is on the highway. Just navigate to Yele Lake. There's a winding mountain road with lots of small stones just before you reach the lake area, so be careful with your tires.
4. There aren't many places to stay inside, so I suggest camping or staying in Shimian after your visit.
5. If you have extra time, you can also visit the nearby Menghuo City.
TravelBurst
Hurry before the fire starts! The dreamy hotel floating on the lake
After the first sentence, the translation should start on a new line. Nestled in the embrace of nature, it feels as if time has come to a gentle halt. Amidst the overlapping mountains, the mist swirls, and the clear streams flow slowly like threads of silver. The distant snowy peaks are covered in white, and the nearby pine waves are fragrant and refreshing. Walking on the forest trails, it seems as if the body and mind are purified, with no distractions, just a desire to fully enjoy this tranquility and beauty. Every plant and every drop of water here is a masterpiece of nature.
The hotel is located in Shimian County, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province, and is more than a five-hour drive from Chengdu. It is truly a hidden treasure nestled between the mountains and forests. The Cizhugeda Lake jumps into view, with only 8 independent glass houses standing by the lake, as if telling the story of nature, especially in a secret landscape of mountains and waters, there is also a white glass church floating on the water, like a scene that only appears in dreams.
Each room in the hotel faces the lake, among which the black standalone sea-view rooms are situated by the lake, and the white luxury tent rooms are positioned a bit higher. The entire homestay is designed with a lot of glass facades for a better view. Opening the window, you can see the clouds slowly drifting by. Strolling along the lake, you can see shrubs that seem to come from ancient times.
You can row the popular transparent glass boats on the lake. There are many horses and sheep around the lake, and they run away as you approach, which is really super cute and loved by both adults and children. The restaurant has a 270-degree panoramic glass view, and in the afternoon, you can also enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea here. In the evening, there is a roast whole lamb dinner available, but it needs to be booked in advance.
Hotel: Shimian Floating Clouds·Lake Hot Spring Resort
Address: Haizi Village, Xinmin Township, Shimian County, Sichuan Province (near Cizhugeda Lake)
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Planning a trip to Western Sichuan for the holidays? Check out these guides to avoid any pitfalls~
2024 is about to welcome the peak season of Western Sichuan🍃 Many sisters👭 are preparing to go to Western Sichuan during the Qingming Festival, May Day, or the summer vacation to take beautiful photos📷, escape the heat, and just relax❗️ Moreover, most young people's time is occupied by work💻, and they cherish every trip~ But once you go out, it's either traffic jams or overcrowding, with no sense of travel experience. Today, I'll share my experience from visiting Western Sichuan N times🔥
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First, let me recommend the best itinerary for the holidays~ It's a 5⃣️-day trip, especially suitable for May Day and summer vacations, when the timing and scenery are just right!!🛌 Leave at 6:00 AM with good friends, arrive directly at Tianquan by 10:00 AM to check in at the 318 landmark✔️, have lunch near Zhonggu Valley Hot Springs♨️ at 12:00 PM【⚠️Don't eat in Kangding, parking is difficult, and dining is expensive】, and start the Western Sichuan trip at 1:00 PM, checking in along the way~
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1. Honestly speaking!! A trip to Western Sichuan can fulfill the travel dreams of college students and young people, making it a very suitable destination🏔
2. Whether you're driving yourself or joining a small group, the trunk space is limited, so just bring❶ a 21-inch suitcase, otherwise it affects comfort
3. Girls can prepare 3-4 jackets in their suitcases, a down jacket, and in summer, pack more windbreakers and short sleeves, and bring sunscreen
4. Be sure to fill up the gas tank before departure, there are gas stations on the Chengdu-Seda route, so there's no need to worry
5. For self-driving, it is advised❌ not to drive yourself. From my experience of going many times, driving is tiring, and there's no time to enjoy the scenery, only worrying about how far the next spot is
6. It's actually a good idea not to wash your hair or shower three days before going to Western Sichuan, mainly to avoid catching a cold (depends on personal constitution)
7. Hotels in Western Sichuan during holidays and summer are peak season, be sure to book in advance
8. You can bring your own shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and even pillowcases and duvet covers
9. Many small items are also very important: thermos, sunglasses🕶️, gloves, scarf, hand warmers
10. Don't‼️ buy oxygen bottles locally in Western Sichuan, they are really expensive. Small groups can ask the leader to prepare, or buy them online in advance, 💰10/bottle, or buy oxygen bags directly on site
11. Coke can really help alleviate altitude sickness, you can try it
12. There was a particularly heavy snow❄️ during the May Day holiday last year, if you want to drive yourself, remember to bring anti-skid chains
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🌟The above are some basic strategies for playing in Western Sichuan. Joining a pure play small group👭👭 is also really convenient, the leader can take photos at any time, and you can meet many new travel friends along the way, the atmosphere is great when there are more people
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🚗【Western Sichuan 5-Day Itinerary】
D1: Chengdu - Airport Road - Gedelaram - Xinduqiao
D2: Jiagenba - Moon Lake - Xinduqiao
D3: Seda Buddhist Academy - Seda County
D4: Seda - Danba
D5: Danba - Mount Siguniang - Balang Mountain - Chengdu
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It's not Northern Europe, it's around Chengdu|Frost, Skiing, Snow Mountain Guide
|Frost, Skiing, Snow Mountain Guide.
A little-known holiday spot hidden around Chengdu! Summer retreat, winter snow play, a one-stop weekend holiday, ❄️ play in the snow, watch the snow mountain without mistake!
——👍🏻Recommended reason
✔️Sitting on the cable car, you can see Gongga Snow Mountain! There are also multiple viewing platforms! Sunset, sunset, snow mountains can be seen!
✔️30km straight line distance from Gongga main peak! The view is super good, 🏔️ snow mountain, sea of clouds, frost, all in sight!
✔️Pet-friendly scenic area, people and cute pets play in the snow together❄️;
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📍Wanggangping Scenic Area, 3.5h from Chengdu
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🔶Accommodation
❶Half mountain: Junlan Hotel, Laiye Camp, Tuokegui Eco Hotel; convenient for skiing.
❷Mountain top: Muyunzhuang Log Cabin; it is recommended to stay in the mountain top log cabin! Experience the "Little Switzerland".
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📜Tour route itinerary
Day1: Chengdu—Wanggangping;
Check in to the mountain top Muyunzhuang log cabin➤Strange forest hiking, sightseeing➤The viewing platform in the log cabin, drinking tea and sunbathing, watching the sunset and starry sky;
Day2: Wanggangping—Shimian BBQ—Chengdu;
Gongga viewing platform, watch the frost and sunrise over the golden mountain➤Snow Mountain Ranch➤Yak Ancient City➤Snowfield play snow➤Shimian eat BBQ➤Return to Chengdu;
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🩵Photo location📸Tour guide
From the top of the mountain, going down:
❶Gongga God Mountain Viewing Platform
📸At a glance: Frost, sea of clouds, sunrise over the golden mountain is extremely beautiful!
The straight line distance from Gongga main peak is 30km, the view is super wide, and the spruce in winter is dressed in silver.
To see the sunrise over the golden mountain, stay in the log cabin, walk from the cabin to the viewing platform for about 40 minutes one way, the gravel wide road is easy to walk!
❷Strange Forest
📸Winter forest, frost, spruce
In addition to the peculiar strange forest, there are also 🌳 two viewing platforms inside, where you can see the sunrise and sea of clouds.
In the afternoon, go up the mountain, 🌞 on a sunny day, the temperature is high, some of the snow in the strange forest has melted, not much, but the warm sun in the forest ➕ the super crisp wind chime sound is very healing; the next morning, in the forest, the frost under the blue sky is stunning.
❸Snow Mountain Ranch
📸Large shots of the ranch under the snow mountain
The ranch is a bit withered this season, but under the backdrop of the snow mountain, it's another feeling!
❹Yak Ancient City, Platform
📸Take a low shot on the platform, with the stone array and Gongga Snow Mountain as the background, cloud top vision!
❺Gongga Ski Field
📸Large shots of skiing under Gongga Snow Mountain
Absolutely! Viewing ski field! 🏂🏻➕🏔️, really both skiing and sightseeing are not wrong.
❻In front of Guanlan Hotel
📸You can play in the snow and take large shots of the mountain top vision!
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🤝🏻tips
1) It's not yet the big snow season, remember to check the weather before you travel, so you can better experience the scenery;
2) The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, bring thick clothes, hats and gloves;
3) If you want to see the "lake view" vision, you can go to Yehe Lake on the way, play and camp;
MICHELLE BALDWIN
Surrounding tour National Day Mid-Autumn Festival Wanggangping to see snow-capped mountains and colorful forests
There are less than two days left until National Day
This year's Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day are celebrated together
The holiday time is particularly long
Have you thought about where to go on vacation?
Today I recommend a niche tourist spot Wanggangping to gather at the same place
The main position to see Gongga Snow Mountain, Strange Tree Forest, Gongga Sea, Sky Scenery, Twilight Forest, the world's most beautiful scenic cableway, alpine pasture and camping experience project experience spring, summer, autumn and winter have different beauty, let's take a look!
🌟Play introduction:
1. Appreciate the colorful forest and visit the world of oil painting
Camus said: Autumn is the second spring, at this time, every leaf is a flower. A leaf falls and knows the world's autumn, walking into the forest of Wanggangping in autumn, you can appreciate the brilliance brought by the colorful forest.
2. Appreciate the Mid-Autumn Moon and overlook the snow-capped mountains
The sky is very close here, almost within reach of the moon, the moonlight will make the main peak of Gongga present a sacred and unique light, it is the most beautiful place to appreciate the Gongga moon. From here, you can clearly see the appearance of the Gongga Snow Mountain Group.
3. Encounter the Ersu people and celebrate the New Year in autumn
The Ersu people are the only ethnic group in China that celebrates the New Year in autumn. During the holiday, there is a banquet for thousands of people, all the ingredients come from the running pigs and free-range cattle and sheep under Gongga Mountain, while enjoying the ingredients, they are also enjoying the gifts and blessings of Gongga God Mountain. In addition to bacon, you can also taste a variety of "mountain goods".
🏨Recommended accommodation:
❤Wanggangping Junlan Resort Hotel
❤Muyun Manor Fairy Tale Cabin
❤Star Camping Ground
❤Turtle Shell Eco-Camp Hotel
🚉Transportation: 3.5h drive from Chengdu
📍Address: Wanggangping Scenic Area, Shimian County, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province
HarperLncstr
It's not that we can't afford to go to Switzerland, but Wanggangping offers better value for money
Sichuan is snowing! ❄️❄️❄️
It really looks like a scene from a fairy tale~
Without any effort, you can see the sunrise, the sun shining on the golden mountain, rime, fairy tales in the snow, and the real Gongga Mountain. All of these can be easily achieved in Wanggangping, which is like saving us an out-of-province plane ticket!!!
🏔️"Wanggangping"
Wanggangping is located to the north of Wanggangping Township, Shimian County, Ya'an City, to the east of Dadu River, and at the foot of Gongga Mountain. It is a new secret place facing Gongga directly.
● The straight-line distance from Wanggangping to the main peak of Gongga is only 30 kilometers, with a wide view and no obstruction. It is a natural viewing point relatively close to Gongga Mountain.
What can you play in Wanggangping❓ ❓❓
▫️Sun shining on the golden mountain (facing Gongga 30 kilometers directly)
▫️Weird forest
▫️Fantastic rime
▫️Wooden houses in the forest
▫️Starry sky
▫️Sunset
▫️Sea of clouds
▫️Ski field watching Gongga Snow Mountain
It's just 3.5 hours away from Chengdu, very suitable for Chengdu's surrounding tours to see the snow scene, to see the sun shining on the golden mountain; especially after the snow these days, the beauty is like a scene in a fairy tale world, no girl should be able to refuse it~
❄️Chengdu-Wanggangping, we stayed in the Mu Yun Zhuang log cabin in Wanggangping, which is at a higher place, so we could take close-up shots of rime, Gongga, and the starry sky. But the catering conditions on the mountain top are limited, and there is no supermarket or snack bar, so you need to bring some snacks or dry food.
We arrived in the afternoon, you can go to the weird forest to watch the sunset
❄️The next morning, go to see the sun shining on the golden mountain, try to choose the day after the snow when the sun is out, the probability of seeing the sun shining on the golden mountain is very high.
❄️In the morning, go to the weird forest to take pictures, the fairy tale world in the snow, the sea of clouds and rime on the top of the mountain, and then go to the ski area to ski in the afternoon, it's fun and good-looking, the scenery is really beautiful
📷Taken on December 18 and 19
It just snowed heavily, and the next day I saw the sun shining on the golden mountain and rime, the scenery is really beautiful❄️, but be sure to keep warm, it's really cold after the snow🥶
Robbie Schmidt
A good place to see autumn scenery in Ya'an, with red leaves and snow mountains without spending money
Menghuo City is the last battlefield in Zhuge Liang's seven captures of Menghuo, and it was here that Menghuo completely surrendered to Zhuge Liang, so this place was named 'Menghuo City'.
Next to Menghuo City is a well-equipped resort with decent accommodation conditions. Of course, it is more recommended for everyone to stay in the small wooden houses on the meadow. Here you can see the sea of clouds in the morning, the sunset in the afternoon, and the starry sky and the Milky Way at night. Next to it is the original dense forest, and it is very beautiful to walk through. The stay experience is very good, if you are interested, you can place an order online, and then come and stay for a night to feel it!
If you stay in the resort outside, you can take the scenic area's shuttle bus to visit the attractions during the day. As the place where Zhuge Liang captured Menghuo for the seventh time, it now has 'primitive forest, large meadow, red stone beach, beacon tower, moon lake' 5 natural attractions, as well as glass bridge, forest trail, horse field, ATV and other entertainment projects; the largest open area in Menghuo City is the 'large meadow', which is the 'first wild giant panda relocation site in the world', and it can be selected here to see its good ecology. In the autumn, the trees and shrubs in the large meadow have turned yellow and red, and the scenery is quite beautiful.
RoamingExplorer_9
Around Chengdu | Mengcheng City, meet the twilight city h
Meng get the city has the largest mountain ecological meadow in the southwest, very spectacular, feeling in a wild land, The original forest is like the feeling of Twilight. ~
. From Chengdu, it takes 4-5 hours. It is recommended to arrange for two days and one night.
Route: Chengdu-Yaan-Asbestos-Liziping-Mengchengcheng
Tips:
1. Mengcheng City 20 yuan parking fee, 20/person sightseeing Car (including back and forth).
2. Meng Chengcheng people are less beautiful, very suitable for three-five friends to drive by themselves, very leisurely and sentimental, but must pay attention to safety!
3. The hotels and accommodations near the scenic spot are not very easy to find, and more dry food and daily necessities are available.
4. The asbestos barbecue, which is known as the "first burning in the world", must not be missed! ! !
Note: Mengcheng City has a large temperature difference between morning and evening, 10-25 degrees, pay attention to bring enough clothes. Sunshine is very strong, pay attention to sun protection, and add water in time.
Accommodation: Just in the home of Mengcun Village, you can find the right one. We are the RV that is sleeping by car.
Address: Mengcheng City, Mengcun Village, Liziping, Shimian County, Ya'an City.
linchenLive.
Around Chengdu, the white spot is super beautiful. Mengcheng City
Mengcheng City: It is located in Liziping Township, Shimian County, Ya'an City. It takes about 4 hours to drive from Chengdu. It is the Yaxi Expressway. Highways formed by viaducts and caves are natural, and tolls are particularly expensive.
Climate: Mengchengcheng is the land of Zhuge Liangqiu in the Three Kingdoms Period. The elevation of 2,600 meters is just right. It will not be high and will be cool in early summer, but pay attention to the temperature difference between morning and evening, thick clothes will bring.
What to play: Mengcheng City has an alpine ecological meadow. The sightseeing car is 2 km away and is a beacon tower in the Three Kingdoms period. It has always been uninterested in new things and went straight back. You will pass by the sightseeing car and pass by the Red Rock Beach. However, because the small door is closed, you have not yet opened it. You will go straight to the alpine meadow. There is a mangrove tree in the neck. The legend is the god tree that helps Meng. Green leaves have grown in May. Going forward, it is a forest like Twilight, which is perfect for taking pictures.
How to get there: I am a direct travel group. I am sending a group every week on the 24th and 6th. I have a good salary of 300 yuan. I also give you plenty of free time to take pictures.
Note:
1. Hats, sunscreens, and sunglasses are needed. Sunscreen must be done.
2. In addition to sun protection, it is necessary to prevent cold, so thick coats must be brought.
3. Special reminder, white, yellow, red, three colors in Mengcheng City shooting should be the most dazzling color.
JUNS.
Huanghuaqiu dance village picture - Sichuan West Small Loop Line 3
Plum, apricot and sea otter will make people feel the warmth of spring, then the most grounded golden flower sea is against the blue sky and white clouds It is the most spectacular scenery of the waltz of "Spring Sound", which is combined with the peach, red, green and green mountain waters.
Appreciate the spring rapeseed is a must-see. Located in the pioneering Tibetan township of Shimian County in the dry-hot valley, the winter precipitation is rare, the sunshine is sufficient, and the temperature is relatively high. Chengdu people can see the golden flower sea before and after the Spring Festival. . The Pioneer Tibetan Township was given the title of "Tusi" by the local Tibetan head of the Qing Dynasty, Wang Yingyuan, in conjunction with the Qing army to annihilate the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom's Wang Shida. After the 5/12 earthquake here, the largest resettlement site for post-disaster reconstruction in Ya'an was built, and a Tibetan-style resettlement site with ethnic characteristics (Tibetan-Hanhan co-habitation) was built.
Walking along the pine forest lake under the yellow flowers, the farmhouses are patchwork, with strong national characteristics and humanistic atmosphere. After the house, the willows have taken out the shoots, the citrus is heavily covered with branches, and the smoke is smoked. The old lady of the Yi nationality smiled and smiled, and a picture of a fresh and pleasant farmhouse.
captured happiness.
Asbestos Meng won the city, it is said that Meng received the first six games, and he and Zhuge invited the seventh game. Legend has it that before the seventh battle started, Zhuge Liang stole a tree of gods that Meng received. Without this tree, the god tree that can be moved to Tianbingtian will help him to win. Finally, the blood of the soldiers was stained with red stones, and Meng was crying in the sky, and the tears turned into a river between the red rocks.