Emerald Corridor

翡翠长廊

The road surface of the Emerald Corridor is paved with local natural red sand and gravel, with dense old and new bamboos on both sides, blocking out the sun.
On the east side of the promenade is the largest lake in the scenic area, the "Sea in the Sea". The "Viewing the Sea" in the Guanhai Tower refers to this sea.

Introduction

  • Attraction Location: Yibin and Meishan regions, Southern Sichuan, China (中国四川省宜宾及眉山地区)

  • History: The Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea (南部竹海) is a vast bamboo forest region known for its ecological and cultural significance. The Emerald Corridor (翡翠长廊) is a scenic walking path built within the dense bamboo groves to provide visitors with immersive experiences in nature. Historically, this area has supported local bamboo-based industries for centuries, including paper, furniture, and handicrafts.

  • Architecture: The Emerald Corridor is constructed as a long elevated walkway made of wood and bamboo, winding through the forest. It features viewing platforms, bridges, and small pavilions designed to blend harmoniously with the surrounding greenery. Traditional bamboo craftsmanship is incorporated into the railings and pavilion designs.

  • Cultural Value: The Bamboo Sea is a symbol of Southern Sichuan’s connection to nature and traditional crafts. It represents sustainability, ecological preservation, and the aesthetic integration of human design into natural landscapes. The corridor allows visitors to appreciate the serene atmosphere and learn about bamboo culture.

  • Other Information: The area also hosts cultural festivals celebrating bamboo art, local music, and tea ceremonies. Educational boards along the corridor explain bamboo species, growth, and uses.

Visiting Information

  • Opening Hours: 07:30–18:00

  • Ticket Price: Adults: CNY 80
    Students: CNY 40
    Seniors (60+): CNY 50

  • Best Photo Spots: Elevated sections of the corridor for panoramic views of bamboo forests, small bamboo bridges, pavilions, and misty morning shots

  • Time Reference: 2–3 hours for a full walk along the Emerald Corridor; combine with Bamboo Sea scenic area for a half-day visit

Where to Sleep (Nearby Hotels & Stays)

  • Luxury: Bamboo Sea Resort Hotel (竹海度假酒店)
    Green Bamboo Villa (绿竹别墅)
  • Mid-range: Emerald Corridor Guesthouse (翡翠长廊宾馆)
    Southern Bamboo Inn (南部竹海客栈)
  • Budget & Boutique: Bamboo Leaf Hostel (竹叶青年旅舍)
    Misty Bamboo Homestay (雾竹民宿)

What & Where to Eat

  • Must-Try Dishes: Bamboo Shoot Soup (竹笋汤)
    Stir-Fried Bamboo Shoots with Pork (炒竹笋肉)
    Local Sichuan-style tea (四川风味茶)
  • Famous Spots: Bamboo Sea Restaurant (竹海餐厅)
    Emerald Corridor Tea House (翡翠长廊茶馆)
    Local roadside eateries serving bamboo shoot specialties (沿路竹笋小吃)

What Souvenirs to Buy

  • Bamboo crafts (baskets, fans, small furniture) (竹制工艺品)
    Bamboo tea and snacks (竹叶茶及小食)
    Postcards and photography prints of Bamboo Sea (明信片及摄影作品)

Transportation

  • By Bus: Local buses from Yibin (宜宾市) or Meishan (眉山市) city centers stop near Bamboo Sea Scenic Area (竹海景区站)
  • By Taxi/Car: Approx. 2–3 hours from Chengdu (成都) via G93 Expressway
  • Combination Tours: Many tours combine Emerald Corridor and Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea with nearby cultural villages

Nearby Attractions

  • Bamboo Sea Scenic Area Main Entrance (竹海景区大门) – 1.5 km, reachable by walking or local shuttle
  • Zhuhai Cultural Village (竹海文化村) – 1.8 km, reachable by short taxi ride or shuttle

Tips for Visitors

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes; some wooden pathways may be slippery
  • Best visiting times: spring and summer for lush greenery, early morning for misty scenery
  • Bring water and light snacks; limited food facilities along the corridor
  • Respect bamboo and do not step off the walkways
  • Photography is excellent throughout the corridor, especially near bridges and elevated platforms
  • Consider guided tours for cultural and historical information about bamboo usage

Recommended Itineraries

  • Half-Day Nature Walk: D1: Emerald Corridor (翡翠长廊) → Bamboo Sea Scenic Area main entrance (竹海景区大门)
    Transport: walking or local shuttle
  • 1-Day Cultural & Bamboo Experience: D1: Emerald Corridor → Bamboo Sea Cultural Village (竹海文化村) → Bamboo Tea House (茶馆)
    Transport: walking and short taxi ride
  • 2-Day Southern Sichuan Tour: D1: Emerald Corridor → Bamboo Sea Scenic Area
    D2: Visit nearby historical villages → Local tea plantations
    Transport: taxi or guided tour shuttle

User Reviews

By Alone with the wind |

Since I was alone, I was able to jump on a scenic area Line 2 bus (public bus) that was about to depart, while the other large groups of tourists had to wait for the next bus.

The car drove at full speed for a long time, and I felt so tired for it, but finally it arrived at the station!

After getting off the bus, I still don’t know how to go?

Because the bus stopped at the entrance of the "Emerald Gallery", I didn't want to go to the Emerald Gallery?!

I had no choice but to ask the traffic police inside the scenic area, who gestured for a long time (I didn't realize Sichuan dialect was so difficult to understand). The traffic police's general idea was: I could go along the Jade Corridor and take the cable car (own expense) to Tianbao Village; I could also take the scenic area bus to Tianbao Village (free); or I shouldn't get off the bus and stay on it...

I....

I'd better go into the "Emerald Corridor" first!

How do I take a picture of this pile of bamboo?

So I entered the Emerald Corridor from the west end and exited from the east end. In the middle of this short corridor, I saw a sign for the "Canyon Cableway".

I didn't understand, so I left the Emerald Corridor and saw a cable car ticket office, so I went up to ask.

By Yu Hao |

Nestled deep within the bamboo forest, the Emerald Corridor is another scenic spot within the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea. Its pavement is paved with local, natural red sandstone, "as rosy as vermilion and as radiant as the clouds." Dense rows of old and young bamboos line the corridor, blocking out the sun. The red carpet-like roadway contrasts beautifully with the lush green screen of bamboo. The undulating path, with the tall bamboos lining the roof leaning inward, almost arching together, further enhances the corridor's secluded beauty, making it a distinctive landmark of the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea. The Emerald Corridor, shrouded in verdant green and adorned with majestic bamboos, offers a refreshing and refreshing experience in midsummer.

By Li travels all over the world |

The Emerald Corridor is paved with natural red sandstone, "red as cinnabar and radiant as the clouds." On either side, dense, young bamboo stands tower over the sea, blocking out the sun. The red carpet-like road and the green screen-like bamboo complement each other, creating this magnificent Emerald Corridor. The road rises and falls, and the tall bamboos on either side lean inward, almost arching together, adding to the corridor's depth and beauty, making it the most distinctive and iconic landscape of the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea.

By Love |

The corridor is relatively short, about 200 meters, and if the weather is good, the scenery is still good.

By The falling little crab |

This is the iconic attraction of the Shunan Bamboo Sea. I still remember it.

By Drunk by lamplight |

The Emerald Corridor, nestled deep within the bamboo forest, is another scenic spot within the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea. Its pavement is paved with local natural red gravel, known for its hue of vermilion and radiance of brilliant clouds. Dense rows of old and young bamboo groves line the corridor, blocking out the sun. The red carpet-like roadway and the lush green screen of bamboo complement each other beautifully. The undulating path, with the towering bamboos lining the roof leaning inward, almost arching together, further enhances the corridor's secluded beauty, making it a distinctive landmark of the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea.

By Gone |

The Emerald Corridor is a road with green bamboos on both sides bending towards the middle, making the road look like an ecological tunnel. It is green all year round, hence the name. Walking on the road, it is not hot in summer and is a very suitable place for a walk.

By There's only one person on the road |

The Emerald Corridor consists of bamboo forests on either side, with a red brick path in the middle. The vibrant green of the bamboo against the red brick path should be a beautiful sight. However, the red brick path, the main thoroughfare of the scenic area, has long been riddled with potholes. Furthermore, the intermittent rain over the past couple of days has left the road muddy and slushy. Visitors must not only watch their step but also steer clear of passing vehicles. I think any other stretch of road offers far more beautiful scenery than the Emerald Corridor.

By Fion. |

The scenery is really great, a summer resort, a place I have loved since childhood

By Call me for dinner |

It used to be a compacted red mud road, with the green bamboo forming a sharp contrast with the red ground. However, it was later changed to a stone road for the convenience of transportation, and that feeling is no longer there.

By Call me for dinner |

Without the original sharp contrast between the red mud and the emerald green bamboo, it is now just a road rather than a tourist attraction.

By Carrot Sword |

That's it, anyway the scenic area is not very amazing.

By Tianya |

The Emerald Corridor in the Shunan Bamboo Sea is quite distinctive with bamboos on both sides.

By Lonely Dancer |

There are bamboos on both sides, which is very suitable for taking pictures, but you have to wait until there are fewer people.

By Rui Rui Rui sharp |

An important scenic spot located in Shunan Bamboo Sea Scenic Area, Changning County, Yibin City.

By Dusk Rain |

The tips of the bamboos on both sides almost touch each other. It is very comfortable to walk on the avenue and listen to the rustling sound of the bamboo leaves.

By China-TravelNote users |

After reading so many introductions, I still want to experience it for myself! I look forward to...

By Sugar in coffee |

Shunan Bamboo Sea is a popular photo-taking spot. The bamboos on both sides are very lush and droop naturally, making them suitable for taking photos.

By uncle 爈訨のbad uncle |

The scenery is picturesque and the air is fresh, suitable for a family trip!

By The sky of July and August |

I haven't been there, but I'd still go and see it, the scenery is still very beautiful

By Miziya |

The scenery of the Emerald Corridor is different throughout the year. Since it is a must-go route, it is a bit difficult to take a photo without other people in it.

By Rui Rui Rui sharp |

The road surface of the Emerald Corridor is paved with local natural red sand and gravel, with dense old and new bamboos on both sides, blocking out the sun.

By He Xi |

The scenery is not very good but the bamboo banquet is still very good

By Liu Leilei's Youth |

There were a lot of people when I went there, and there was a bit of traffic. But the scenery was really beautiful.

By jar |

Thousands of bamboo troops are stationed here, never moving a step, in order to guard this piece of clean cloud.

By 9-legged crab |

This Green Bamboo Avenue, which is only about 400 meters long, although it fits its name, should not be regarded as a tourist attraction on its own because its characteristics are not distinct and are single.

By Traveler |

The road surface of the Emerald Corridor is paved with local natural red sand and gravel, with dense old and new bamboos on both sides, blocking out the sun.

On the east side of the promenade is the largest lake in the scenic area, the "Sea in the Sea". The "Viewing the Sea" in the Guanhai Tower refers to this sea.

By Kunming Taoist priests |

In fact, it is just a section of the Bamboo Sea Highway, but because of the tall bamboo forests on both sides, it gives people a very comfortable feeling when cars and people walk on it.

By Fragrant jasmine |

The green bamboos on both sides are intertwined, like a beautiful ribbon. Being in it, the cool breeze is very comfortable.

By China-TravelNote users |

The Emerald Corridor is probably the most representative corridor in the Shunan Bamboo Sea. It is very beautiful. I think I can stay in the bamboo sea for one night and get up early the next day to take pictures of the corridor. It would be best if there is a little sunshine.

By Traveling around the world loves to drink soda |

Beautiful, but there are few signs for the scenic area, so it's hard to find

By Health |

The only two things in the whole scenic area are the lush green bamboos on both sides and the cool weather.

By impression. |

The Emerald Gallery, which should have been beautiful, doesn't look so beautiful when it's full of cars.

By Lucky |

Super, special, very, beautiful! It can make people calm down

By Heavy rain causes flooding |

Emerald Corridor, a scenic spot in the Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea.

A very beautiful place, worth visiting.

There are many different kinds of bamboo nearby.

By zoe |

The Jade Corridor is not very long. There is not much to see. Because there are such corridors everywhere. Also, you have to pass by it anyway to go to the next attraction.

By Dream Traveler Yan Qi |

It's a stone path lined with bamboo on both sides, so walking is recommended. It's the only way to get to Ximen, so driving is like getting a free massage. The path is so short that I didn't get out of the car to walk, so I just walked by.

By China-TravelNote users |

It's so beautiful, my wife and I agreed to come back and stay here for a month in ten years. Bamboo Sea!!!

By Passersby also return home |

Generally, locals don’t think that their local attractions are high-end. I have been there several times, but I don’t have much impression. I still remember the bamboo tube rice and bacon there when I was a child, which I always miss. But they don’t taste the same anymore.

By Pisces without fighting |

My means of transportation in the bamboo sea are divided into buses, walking, and motorcycles. I am afraid of riding a motorcycle, but this time the motorcycle experience is still good. Under the high temperature of 40 degrees in Sichuan, I was very happy to shuttle through the bamboo forest.

By sunshine |

Shunan Bamboo Sea is generally good, but the Jade Gallery used for advertising is too ordinary!

By Yu envies the abyss |

It's a very ordinary road. There are bamboo forests on both sides of the road, and then there is nothing. There are also some deformed bamboos. It's also close to the list of attractions. I can't appreciate the deformed beauty...

By As light as water |

The road surface of the Emerald Corridor is paved with local natural red sand and gravel, with dense old and new bamboos on both sides, blocking out the sun.

On the east side of the promenade is the largest lake in the scenic area, the "Sea in the Sea". The "Viewing the Sea" in the Guanhai Tower refers to this sea.

By A Hermit in Beishan |

The Shunan Bamboo Sea offers beautiful scenery and delicious bamboo banquets.

By Leaves fall, flowers bloom |

A must-see place when visiting Shunan Bamboo Sea. The corridor is long and green, and the scenery is beautiful.

By Lavinia X |

I think this is the most beautiful place in Shunan Bamboo Sea

By Cool Daddy |

Plenty of oxygen, beautiful scenery, a good place to go in summer

By An idle person |

This attraction was the most disappointing, perhaps because it was the wrong season. The bamboo was yellow, so where was the emerald green?

By ~_~ |

It's just a section of the bamboo forest road. Fortunately, you don't have to walk too far. It's right outside the parking lot.

By Samyer |

I've been there 3 times. It's the most comfortable in summer. It's very cool.

By FLH Dayao |

It is indeed beautiful, but the pedestrian path and the driving lane should be separated for safety and convenience.

By Auspicious Clouds |

An iconic attraction where people can enjoy the scenery while walking in the painting.

By , Rib |

The so-called Emerald Corridor is actually the second gate of the scenic area. The difference from other bamboo forests in the scenic area is that there is an extra layer of bluestone road. There are many locals around asking you if you want to take the cable car. I don’t have a very good impression of this place. Just take a look at it by the way. It’s really not necessary to visit it as a tourist attraction.

By Warm tea |

This place has the atmosphere of a bamboo sea, with long bamboo forests, suitable for taking photos.

By Purple |

If only life could be like the first time we met...

By Mars User |

The emerald green bamboo in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is right here. The bamboo forest is indeed as vast as the sea.

By Large cooking pot |

The green corridor and the beautiful air, take a leisurely stroll in it

By Sarah Sees the World |

It's so beautiful, but there are so many people that I can't take good photos.

By Pig |

The dense old and new bamboos on both sides are arched, blocking out the sun and creating a beautiful scenery.

By Ant Moving |

The Emerald Corridor is paved with natural red sandstone, "red as cinnabar and radiant as the clouds." Dense rows of old and young bamboos line the roadsides, blocking out the sun. The red carpet-like road and the green screen-like bamboos complement each other, creating a beautiful and magnificent Emerald Corridor.

By Instant noodles are not spicy |

It is also a place to shoot blockbusters, evergreen all year round.

By Sword of Dawn |

The eyes are full of green, which really gives the feeling of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

By Henry |

The long bamboos lining the corridor are not only beautiful but also practical. It was a scorching summer day when we visited the Bamboo Sea, and everyone was sweating profusely. But upon entering the Jade Corridor, a refreshing breeze filled the air. It must have been the moisture in the bamboo, diluting the sweltering air. It was a completely natural cooler, and I was amazed.

By Mountains and rivers leap into the sea |

It's only a few hundred meters and you can walk there in a short while. Because it was winter, the green color of the bamboo had disappeared when I went there, so I didn't feel anything.

By Small Flower |

It's very beautiful, the environment is beautiful, and the air is very good.

By Ctu-North Latitude |

One of the top 10 scenic spots in Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea, with beautiful scenery

By Enjoy Drinking Flowing Clouds |

It's a very nice view in itself, if cars are not allowed and only walking is allowed...

By Mr. Dede |

I prefer the Bamboo Sea Emerald Corridor, it’s very beautiful!

By She Dreamed 1991. |

The air is so fresh and the green nature of the forest is so beautiful.

By Stephen |

The film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was once filmed here. The view from Guanhai Tower is truly a sea of green. The Shunan Bamboo Sea is also famous for its bamboo banquet. The only drawback is that the area is too large to explore on foot. It's best to drive or hire a chartered car from Yibin. Avoid using the shuttle buses within the area; they're all privately operated and the prices are outrageous.

By Stonefish |

I went there during the National Day holiday. When I got there, I felt that both sides were green and lush, which was very comfortable.

By Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs |

It lives up to its reputation, but you must go when there are fewer people so that the scenery will be beautiful enough.

By Dylan |

Don't take the cable car next to the Emerald Corridor. I waited in line for two hours. Yes, there are 10 bends in total.

By Adventurous Fengzi |

It is quite comfortable to walk on it when there are few people. It is quite quiet and you can take some fresh photos.

By clickbaju |

Driving a car is very convenient, but it is not easy to find a place to park during holidays.


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