Ya'an Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Laba River Park, Erlangshan National Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Around Chengdu!! I found the autumn secret land in Van Gogh's oil painting
''Autumn is the dusk bitten by the universe''
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Autumn is really a gentle and healing season
Without the heat of summer, without the cold of winter
The forest is dyed with layers of leaves🍂
The fallen leaves are the best background board🍁
Looking around, the whole forest has become gentle
Just hit the horn river and autumn full
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I didn't expect the autumn of the horn river to be beautiful as a painting🖼️
The colorful forest all over the mountains and plains🌳 is so beautiful
The moment I met the little deer🦌
I deeply believe that I am in a fairy tale world
Quietly walked into its side and took a photo with it📷
I took a life photo belonging to late autumn
Walk up along the hiking route of the scenic spot🚶
Insects chirping, birds singing, river accompaniment🎵
Walk and enjoy the autumn scenery along the way
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Take the cloud cable car
Go to the top of the mountain to see a perfect sunrise🌅
If you're lucky, you can see the red panda🐼
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In the next month
The horn river will be a grand late autumn🍂
Friends who like hiking🧑🤝🧑 must not miss it😭
The severely underestimated secret gem of Western Sichuan, the enchanting Laba River
🏞 Laba River is just one of the many lesser-known valleys in Ya'an, which is located on the edge of the Sichuan Basin. Surrounded by mountains on three sides except the east, the region's topography and climate characteristics result in high rainfall, which sculpts the landscape into numerous mountains, valleys, and water attractions. Some of the more famous ones include Bifengxia, Longcanggou, and Niubei Mountain. However, on this trip, Laba River truly stood out with its serene beauty, complete with mountains, water, deer, and monkeys. This might just be the most adorable monkey troop in all of Sichuan.
🚌 Transportation
It's a 3.5-hour drive from South Chengdu, and the scenic area is suitable for a two-day visit. 2🏠 Accommodation
There are three hotels in the scenic area: the Lumingshan Hotel, 0.8 kilometers up the east line from the tourist center; the Blue Crystal Hotel at the end of the east line; and the Qitong Hotel in between. The hotels offer free shuttle services.
📍 Itinerary
Arrive at the scenic area on the first day, walk the east line in the afternoon, and stay overnight in the scenic area. On the second day, take the west line and decide whether to get up early to take the cable car to the mountain top to watch the sunrise.
📉 East Line: Enjoy the water, which means walking along the riverside plank road from Lumingshan Hotel to Blue Crystal Hotel. The journey is easy with small waterfalls and chances to encounter monkeys. There are plenty of purple rhododendrons on the mountain walls, and the water in front of Blue Crystal Hotel is very photogenic.
📈 West Line: Enjoy the mountains and animals. Buy a ticket at the sightseeing bus ticket point and take the bus to the lower cable car station. You can choose to take the cable car to the mountain top to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds, or hike down from there. I didn't take the cable car and hiked down directly. Check-in route:
1. Hug Hug Coffee at the cable car station. You can see the snow-capped mountains and enjoy a cup of coffee with a great atmosphere.
2. Walk 3 kilometers down from Hug Hug Coffee to the Red Stone Beach station. This 3-kilometer stretch is a must-walk with open mountain scenery. At the Red Stone Beach station, you'll find wild monkeys and water deer at the entrance. The monkeys are numerous, sleek, and cuter than those on Mount Emei. I also saw three deer. Continue 2 kilometers towards Red Stone Beach on a stone path to see it. Personally, I found it average, but watching the monkeys was the most interesting part.
3. A few hundred meters down from the Red Stone Beach station, you can head to the Rhododendron Pond. Seeing that it was a 6.5-kilometer climb to the Rhododendron Pond, we gave up and took the sightseeing bus to the Deer Pond.
4. The Deer Pond is also very relaxing. The scenic walk into the mountains is beautiful, and at the end is the Deer Pond. The water is clear and green, but we didn't see any deer. After taking some photos, we headed back.
5. From the Deer Pond station, take the sightseeing bus directly down to the tourist center. The sightseeing bus can be hailed at any time, no need to wait at the station.
Underrated summer retreat treasures around Chengdu, quickly add to your collection
The height of summer has arrived, and last weekend I escaped the scorching heat of Chengdu
Drove 3h to the deep mountains where it's only 23℃
Lush primeval forests, Tiffany blue streams
Following the trails to search for various wild animals like water deer, pandas, and Tibetan macaques
It's just like the green fairy tale of Oz!
This place is the Erlang Mountain Laba River Nature Reserve in the Giant Panda National Park
No need for air conditioning when staying in a hotel at night, super cool!
A treasure of a summer retreat around Chengdu, families can rush here!
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📍Location: Erlang Mountain Laba River Scenic Area
🚗Self-driving: 3h drive from Chengdu
🚌Public transportation: There is a direct bus to the scenic area
🎫Ticket: 50 yuan for the entrance, 35 yuan for the sightseeing car
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🔶Recommended travel routes
The scenic area is Y-shaped, it's recommended to play for two days, see the map at the end of the post
▪️Day1
Wuse Sea—Tiansi Waterfall—Walnut Ping—Kaimenshi Waterfall—Small Scenery—Hongtong Mountain Residence—Ye Zhou Island Starry Sky Camping Site—Blue Crystal Waterfall
▪️Day2
Walnut Ping Villa—Jiaoshan Viewing Area—Red Stone Beach—Deer Pool—Mountain Water Slide
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On the first day, it is suggested to self-drive along the scenic road, first visiting the roadside Wuse Sea, Tiansi Waterfall, etc. Then park your car at the Lumings Hotel parking lot, cross the river via the suspension bridge, and start the hiking journey. From here to the Blue Crystal Waterfall, the whole journey is 3.7 kilometers, with forests, suspension bridges, streams, waterfalls, and lakes all included, strolling in the picturesque midsummer scenery. In the evening, it's recommended to go to Ye Zhou Island to enjoy the mountain breeze and have a drink, super cozy!
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On the second day, take the sightseeing car from the Walnut Ping Service Hall to the cable car station. If the weather is good, continue to take the cable car to the top of Jiaoshan Viewing Area to overlook the sea of clouds and the surrounding mountains and fields. Then take the sightseeing car, you can get off at Red Stone Beach and Deer Pool to visit, the orange-red Red Stone Beach stretches along the stream to the foot of the mountain, the scenery is stunning; Deer Pool is a quiet and green pond, with a view at every step; it's easy to encounter water deer here in the morning and evening. Of course, you have to go water sliding in summer! Don't miss the last stop of the mountain water slide, it's thrilling and cooling, a fun experience!
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📷Tips for photo spots
The suspension bridge and plank road opposite Lumings Hotel
The plank road and wooden houses near Hongtong Mountain Residence
Blue Crystal Waterfall and Hug Coffee
The forest at the entrance of Red Stone Beach
The trail around Deer Pool
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🏠Accommodation recommendations
There are several accommodations in the scenic area, we stayed at Lumings Hotel, if you're lucky, around 9 pm, sika deer and water deer will come near the hotel to forage
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🔶Tips
There are many wild monkey groups, prepare walking sticks or sticks in advance, do not tease or feed the monkeys, and do not hold food in front of them
Pay attention to snakes and insects in the summer mountains, carry mosquito repellent, and don't go deep into the jungle
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Longcanggou Guojia Ji Forest Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
This season is the best recommendation for the autumn scenery around Chengdu
Beautiful autumn scenery around Chengdu🍂🍁! You can go to the following places to take wonderful and charming autumn scenery📷🍃:
1, Wenjiang District Wenyu Road🛣
It is known as "Chengdu's most beautiful road"🌹, suitable for photography at any time📸. Although there are some vehicles on the road🚗🚕, please ensure your safety when admiring the scenery🙏
If you plan to shoot the Darwin effect, it is recommended that you get up early⏰ to feel the charm of nature🌄
2, Chongzhou City Zhongchong Road🚗
Its beauty is almost as famous as Wenyu Road🌟
Half of this road is plane trees🌳, and half is fir trees🌲, the scenery is very unique🎨. However, due to the large number of vehicles on the road🚙, it takes more patience🕰 to capture and shoot📸
3, Chongzhou City Yangma River Ginkgo Garden🌳
Tickets are only 10 yuan/person💰, and you can bring your own camping and barbecue equipment🏕🔥. Although there are many tourists on weekends👨👩👧👦, it is definitely worth a visit👍
4, Pengzhou City Guanji Road🚶♂
This is a new place that was just discovered last year🆕, basically there are no other vehicles and pedestrians🚫, very suitable for relaxing and taking pictures🧘♂📸
Although the road is short, there are many beautiful sceneries🌺🌼
5, Chongzhou City Qimu River Wetland Park🏞
Completely free to open🎉, only need to pay 10 yuan for parking🚗💸. What's more surprising is that it allows multiple people to set up tents⛺, giving you a more comfortable travel experience😌
6, Ya'an Longcanggou National Forest Park🌳🦌
It takes about 2.5h🕝 to drive from Chengdu, which is also within the travel range around Chengdu🚘
It is recommended to arrange two days to visit two scenic spots - Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area🏞 and Diecui Stream Scenic Area🌊
Waterfalls in Longcanggou Forest
Longcanggou national forest park is a park in Ya'An city in wonderful Sichuan province.
It's famous for red panda, wonderful autumn leaves and several waterfalls, which I covered in the pictures. In summer you can cool down at the wander, you can even take a short boat ride in the end of the trail.
📍 Chinese name for navigation: 龙苍沟国家森林公园
🎟️ Entrance is about 60RMB.
#waterfalls #yaan #sichuan #china #explorechina #hikingtrails
Longcanggou Forest Park in Ya'An
Longcanggou national forest park is a wonderful valley in the South of Sichuan province. It's perfect for hikes and if you're lucky, you can see wild red pandas. We didn't see some, but our friends saw some one week before.
📍 The forest is in Ya'An and here is the Chinese name for navigation: 雅安市龙苍沟
🎟️ Entrance is about 60RMB including a bus ride insight the forest. You can either sleep in downtown (quite far) or in a homestay next to the park.
#yaan #sichuan #hikingtrails #explorechina #forest #nature #china
Forest Hike in Longcanggou (Chengdu)
Longcanggou is a national park and forest in the West of Sichuan's capital city Chengdu. 🌳🍁🌿
Longcanggou hike is about 8km, although you can add some extra roads and circles. If you're lucky, you can also see red pandas, the small brothers/sisters of the giant panda. I recommend to spend at least 4-6 hours there, it's quite huge. 🥾
📍Chinese name for navigation: 龙苍沟
From the citycenter of Chengdu it's about 80km and 1-2 hours per car, parking is available. Public transport is slow, but possible too.
🎟️ Ticket is about 60RMB per person, discounts available.
#fallingforfall #chengdu #chengdutravel #sichuan #hikingtrails
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Rainbow Forest Resort & Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Don't try the private hot spring lightly because
Because it's addictive.
I discovered a newly opened hotel with an exotic decoration style around Chengdu, so I went there.
Address: Next to Shangli Ancient Town, Yucheng District, Ya'an City
Hotel Name: Yuepeng Forest Resort Hotel
The hotel has five types of rooms, each with its own characteristics. I recommend everyone to try the pool suite. The room is very spacious, and the simple and stylish design style is something you'll fall in love with at first sight. The large floor-to-ceiling windows and a projector allow you to lie in bed and see the tropical-style swimming pool outside the window, making you feel delighted, as if you are on vacation in Southeast Asia.
The hotel's treehouse private hot spring is a must-try, and you need to book in advance. It's very photogenic, and there are also lawn afternoon tea, horse riding, an ins-style constant temperature swimming pool, barbecue parties, etc., all of which are the hotel's signature experiences worth checking in for.
The hotel service is excellent. Upon arrival at the hotel, the staff will warmly offer you snacks and fruits, help with luggage, and the hotel breakfast is an a la carte system. You order in advance, and the next morning the staff will carefully prepare it for you, so you just sit and eat.
A very satisfying hotel experience
Chengdu Surroundings | Ya'an, the private hot spring at this hotel is so comfortable
| Ya'an, the private hot spring at this hotel is so comfortable.✨ Nestled in the tranquil forests of Ya'an, Sichuan, little treehouses are scattered about, surrounded by beautiful scenery and fresh air. The hotel's wonderful treehouses and private hot springs are very appealing, where you can relax and enjoy the full healing sensation of the private hot springs and the forest💖!
⭐Hotel Highlights: 🌴The hotel rooms are forest treehouses, living in them like birds gives a magical feeling, with dense forests right outside the window and fresh air. There are also courtyard rooms, pool suites... the rooms are all spacious with a simple and atmospheric design, offering different kinds of fun.
🎈The private hot spring of this hotel is really great! Light a circle of candles under the quiet treehouse to add a romantic atmosphere, quietly enjoy the hot water engulfing worries and fatigue, turn on the projector to soak in the private hot spring while lying down watching a movie, and then turn on the flash to take beautiful photos! 💼The hotel has a large outdoor lawn where you can frolic at will, setting up a tent for camping and barbecuing is also a good choice! You can also hold a forest-themed banquet, enjoy a delicious banquet, there's so much good food you'll really eat until you're stuffed haha. There's also a large horse farm, hurry and bring the kids to see the cute horses!
1⃣🚶Especially suitable for experiencing slow life, drink tea in the small courtyard in the morning🍵 and go for a stroll after sunset, so comfortable! There's a parking lot with charging piles🚌, which makes travel very convenient! .
2⃣On the large terrace, you can enjoy breakfast🍲 while admiring the dawn. 3⃣The room is decorated in an artistic and warm style, with a soft and thick mattress✨The boss has equipped a smart toilet, and provides toiletries, making the living experience top-notch💯 .
✅Hotel Environment 🌸You can swim in the infinity temperature-controlled pool in the afternoon and sunbathe🌞, and also taste exquisite desserts and tropical fruits🥭.
✅Hotel Style The decoration and design style is also very interesting, smart toilets🚽, Dyson hairdryers, electric curtains, Marshall speakers🎶 these are all standard in Bodu! The rooms have panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows facing the tropical rainforest.
✅Hotel Cuisine The hotel has two types of restaurants, indoor and outdoor, with a full range of specialty dishes, the hotel's specialty smoked pork ribs hotpot🍲 is very good, you can book a floating afternoon tea☕️ with the butler in advance, dining in the restaurant feels like being in Alice in Wonderland, and there are peacocks🦚 strolling leisurely~
Ya'an Sen Breathing | Had a pleasant holiday, didn't you?
Outdoor freshness
Indoor | Having a
lobby and corridor that are overly favored by light and shadow
Light and layout are the sources of all atmosphere
With people, it becomes even more vivid
A very fulfilling and busy holiday
Apart from being too short, everything is fine
We'll see each other next time
Yuepeng Forest Resort, experience tranquility and warmth
Yuepeng Forest Resort, a verdant sanctuary hidden among the deep woods, basking in the warm sunshine. Here, dense trees, fresh air, and serene lakes allow one to forget the hustle and bustle, immersing in the embrace of nature. Each room here incorporates elements of the forest, perfectly blending comfort with nature. With a variety of facilities and gourmet offerings, your vacation is further enhanced with perfect enjoyment. Whether spending quality time with family or enjoying a pleasant gathering with friends, Yuepeng Forest Resort is your ideal vacation destination. Come, let us immerse ourselves in this beautiful forest and spend a warm, delightful holiday!
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Niubei Mountain Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
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?
Mount Niubei · Facing the Clouds, 3666 meters facing Mount Gongga!
Mount Niubei · Facing the Clouds, 3666 meters facing Mount Gongga!
☁️Mount Niubei · Facing the Clouds
3666 meters facing Mount Gongga🏔️
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360-degree viewing platform,
Snow-capped mountains and sea of clouds right before your eyes,
Head to the next mountain and sea,
To witness the most beautiful sunrise!
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Mist rises from between the mountains,
Clouds quietly float by your side,
Beside you is the vast sea of clouds,
In front of you stand the towering snow mountains.
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Sea of clouds, sunrise, sunset glow, snow mountains, Milky Way,
Grasslands, canyons, forests, rivers, Buddha's light,
Trekking through Qingyun Path, galloping through the clouds,
At the mountain top, there are also scooters, Tesla electric cars,
Helicopters, all-terrain UTVs
High mountain scenery, blue skies and white clouds, truly refreshing and uplifting!
The eternal god of Western Sichuan - A snow mountain journey on my life's list
Western Sichuan is beautiful in all four seasons,
It's a mysterious and very healing place.
Western Sichuan is not far away, you can just go on a whim.
The Scarecrow Travel took me to three encounters with three snow mountains,
I savored a feast of snow mountains among the clouds in Western Sichuan.
🏔️【Mount Siguniang, Yala Snow Mountain】
These two famous snow mountains in the Tibetan area fulfilled all my fantasies about Western Sichuan. Here, snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, and seas of cattle and horses form beautiful and spectacular paintings. The sight of them is unforgettable. Not only are they high in altitude, but their scenery is no less stunning than other snow mountains, especially when paired with Tagong Grassland and the sunset, the view is even more beautiful.
❷Besides the beautiful scenery, what's unforgettable is the story shared by a local Tibetan youth, Jiumei. He talked about his entrepreneurial experience: building libraries, guesthouses, and trying various methods to find a way out on the Tibetan Plateau. From his story and words, I felt his deep love for this land. The well-designed sharing session gave me a profound understanding and feeling for the Tibetan people and their culture.
🏔️【Mount Gongga】
It's extremely difficult to reach Niubei Mountain due to its high altitude, requiring at least four bus changes, switching to six taxis, then to an Iveco, and finally to the hotel's off-road shuttle. Fortunately, the Scarecrow Travel arranged everything, otherwise, I can't imagine how I would have gotten up here alone. When the weather is good, you can see the full view of Mount Gongga, with clouds, sunset, starry sky, sunrise. Watching the clouds surge at that moment, I felt that all the hardships along the way were worth it. The hotel I stayed at on Niubei Mountain offers a 360-degree view, and I had a steaming yak soup pot, which was warming both to the stomach and heart.
🔥【Travel Tips】
❶The temperature difference between morning and evening in Western Sichuan is large, so bring warm clothes.
❷Drink plenty of hot water, prepare some high-calorie food in advance, and bring some medicine for altitude sickness.
❸The UV rays are strong during the day, so be sure to protect yourself from the sun.
🌞【5-Day Itinerary in Western Sichuan】
✔️Day1: From various places to Chengdu → Check-in
✔️Day2: Chengdu → Maobinliang Viewing Platform → Mount Siguniang Shuangqiao Valley → Stay in Xiaojin
✔️Day3: Xiaojin → Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform → Moshigong Park → Muya Temple → Tagong Grassland → Stay in Xinduqiao
✔️Day4: Xinduqiao → Zheduo Mountain → Kangding → Luding → Niubei Mountain
✔️Day5: Sunrise at Niubei Mountain → Return to Chengdu
Tips:
This trip to Western Sichuan brought me a lot of gains. I didn't expect the Scarecrow Travel's snow mountain pilgrimage group to give me so many surprises. Not only did they show me the beauty of the snow mountains, but the guide also took us to Jiumu Temple, saw the unique Mani stone piles, and the first encounter with female lamas was really wonderful. We all listened together to the Tibetan people's faith and attitude towards money. At the top of the mountain, we experienced meditation in a retreat cave and felt the flow of energy. Jiumei said that only the Scarecrow Travel group can come here, others do not know the profound story hidden in Jiumu Temple. It turns out that Western Sichuan has not only landscapes but also a rich cultural atmosphere and local culture.
Niu Back Mountain Hotel I live in the sea of clouds and sleep under the stars, I am the sky traveler Feifei
I am a travel photographer, I like to be on the road, I like to capture different beautiful scenes,
I hope to have the opportunity to take you to see the beauty of this world! Live in the sea of clouds and sleep under the stars
The hazy mist, between heaven and earth, seems like a light white gauze, softly entwining everything.
"Above the sea of clouds, peaks like Mud Mountain, Tile Mountain, Mount Emei, Jiajin Mountain, Four Girls Mountain, and Erlang Mountain appear dreamily in front, with Gongga Snow Mountain on the side, and Dadu River Grand Canyon behind.
Self-driving from Chengdu to Luding, you can drive to Changhaizi, and take a sightseeing bus to Niu Back Mountain.
Transportation: All tourists take the scenic area's sightseeing bus up the mountain from Changhaizi,
Suggested Itinerary
DAY1: Chengdu to Lengqi Town to Niu Back Mountain
Depart from Chengdu, arrive at the foot of the mountain at noon, take a transfer bus to the top of the mountain to watch the sea of clouds sunset, stay overnight in a starry sky tent, watch the stars DAY2: Niu Back Mountain to Lengqi Town to Chengdu
Get up early to watch the sunrise Buddha light, return to Chengdu in the afternoon
Note: Self-driving cars are not allowed to drive up the mountain by themselves, you need to take a sightseeing bus up the mountain for about 1 hour (the mountain road is asphalted
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Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Cliff Ancient Road Village
⛰️ Explore the mysterious charm of the cliff ancient village 🌄
Have you ever heard of the cliff ancient village? 🏞️ It's a stunning secret paradise hidden deep in the mountains! Today, I'll take you to see this enchanting place～🧡
🌟 The Unique Charm of the Cliff Ancient Village 🌟
🌿 The cliff ancient village is located in the midst of steep mountains, built along the mountainside, with houses scattered in an orderly fashion, as if hanging on the edge of a cliff. This unique architectural style is astonishing, as if entering another world. Each house is like a painting, so beautiful that you can't take your eyes off it!
💫 Immersive Experience 💫
🏡 Here, staying in a cottage on the edge of the cliff, you wake up to the sight of the sea of clouds churning, and the glow of sunrise spreading over the entire village, as if you're in a fairyland. In the evening, as the sun sets, the village is bathed in gold, a truly breathtaking sight! 🌅
👣 Adventurer's Paradise 👣
🚶♂️ For friends who love adventure, this is simply your paradise! There are many undeveloped hiking trails around the cliff ancient village, with picturesque scenery along the way, allowing you to exercise and appreciate the beauty of nature. Definitely an unforgettable adventure experience! 🧗♀️
🌸 Thoughtful Tips 🌸
1. 👟 Put on comfortable hiking shoes, prepare plenty of water and food, and take care of yourself while exploring the ancient village.
2. 📸 Bring a camera or smartphone to capture the breathtaking scenery, a great opportunity for likes explosion in your social circle!
3. 🌲 Respect the local natural environment, do not litter, protect this beautiful secret paradise, so that more people have the chance to see its beauty!
Quickly save this, gather a few good friends, and come to experience this unique beauty together! 🎒🌄
Ancient Road Village on the cliff
Travel time: 3.5 hours from Chengdu
Dining: There are local snacks sold by locals all the way to the destination. It's best to travel during off-peak times, preferably on weekdays, when it's less crowded and better for taking photos!
Distance: 6-8km, about three hours uphill, and one and a half hours downhill. Watch out for falling rocks.
tips: Be sure to protect yourself from the sun, as this area is at high altitude and the ultraviolet rays are very strong!
Wear proper hiking shoes to prevent foot pain when descending the mountain!
Bring a walking stick, it can save you a lot of energy!
Checked in at Gulu Village
I took a chartered car from Leshan High-speed Train Station and arrived at the mountain entrance before 8 am, when there were almost no people. I took advantage of the cool weather and rushed all the way, reaching the cable car station in an hour and a half. Then, it took another 50 minutes to walk to the Gulu Village viewing platform to check in and take photos. If you don't want to walk, you can also take a motorcycle ride from the cable car station provided by the locals. When I was descending, people were already lining up for photos at the halfway skylight, so it's essential to go up the mountain early. This place has become too popular recently. It took me 4 hours to go up and down the mountain, and it might take 5 to 6 hours for those who don't exercise regularly. There are plenty of snack stalls along the way, so don't worry about supplies.
Ya'an | Don't come to Gulucun in April, or you will
Harvest a lot! ❗️
This place has been rated as one of "China's Most Beautiful Canyons" by National Geographic, and it is also the most beautiful water highway in Sichuan.
The Yi village on the cliff, the Tea Horse Road carved out of the mountain, the mysterious ancient village - Gulucun.
Route 1: Chengdu → Jinkouhe Grand Canyon (3-3.5h all the way on the highway with good road conditions).
2: Railway Soldiers Museum → (9:00-18:00 ticket 20/person, half price for students, parking available inside the park) → First Village of the Canyon (accommodation available).
3: Gulucun (accommodation and viewing platform available at the end) → White Bear Gully (30min, a free attraction developed by the villagers where you can see waterfalls) → Chengdu.
Gulucun Route
1: Starting point Hanyuan Tianqiao (parking lot available, fee 10, small food stalls).
2: Torch Square (this section is mostly Z-shaped steps and some stone paths, relatively easy, accommodation and dining available, ice jelly for 8, horse riding available, reportedly 200s up and down, about 1h).
3: Cable car area (this section has a steep stone path, quite dangerous, best scenery, about 1-1.5h).
4: Gulucun (this section is a highway to Gulucun, you can walk or take a tricycle for 10s/person or ride a horse, a steady walk takes about 40min, the scenery along the way is quite nice, if you have the time and physical strength, walking is recommended, you can also take the cable car one way for 44 or a round trip for eighty).
Accommodation and Food
1: Recommended Gulucun Shenda Brother Reception Station, accommodation plus two meals for 100, one meal for 40/person (about 10 dishes including smoked meat, free-range chicken, tofu, pickled bamboo shoots, pickled cucumber, tomato scrambled eggs, shredded potatoes mixed with vermicelli, stir-fried lotus white, corn rice and white rice, very delicious and generous portions).
2: No drag, Shenda Brother is a village cadre leading poverty alleviation, very nice person, family runs a homestay, affordable prices, good environment, sufficient accommodation, eggs are free-range, vegetables mostly home-grown.
3: You can also choose to stay in the First Village of the Canyon and go to Gulucun early the next morning. There are many accommodations here, mostly self-built houses by villagers, moderate prices, need to be booked in advance, parking available, special local food, barbecue, etc. After eating, you can take a walk... If you want to get up early and avoid the crowds for hiking, this place is also a great spot for viewing.
Notes
1: Gulucun is very clean all the way, good hygiene except for some poop.
2: Specialties include Sichuan peppercorns, walnuts, yellow peaches, cured meat, tea, pipa, etc. Along the way, you can see the water highway, cliffs, and ancient villages, well worth a visit with no entrance fee.
3: Beware of falling rocks, watch your step!!
Items: casual clothes, casual pants, hiking shoes, remember to wear a hat, apply sunscreen, and bring some snacks, water, and your ID.
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