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This autumn, the Qinba Mountains are worth exploring!
Take a look at the brilliant and romantic red leaves all over the mountains. This will be the last bloom of the year.
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Take a look at this ancient mountain town hidden in the dark green and grey tiles.
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Take a look at the winding colorful forest road, it's as if the whole world has fallen into the kingdom of colors;
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Take another look, and you will see the secret beauty hidden in the vast mountains, because God has left the most vivid autumn colors here! This is the gentle side of Shaanxi, this is the Qinba Mountains!
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"Qin" refers to the Qinling Mountains and "Ba" refers to the Daba Mountains. The two majestic mountain ranges together form the Qinba Mountains, which stretches more than 1,000 kilometers from east to west and has a total area of about 300,000 square kilometers. Here, the mountains are high and the valleys are deep, the forests are dense, and the rivers are dense, with countless wonders and beautiful scenery.
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The Qinba Mountains are full of famous mountains, excellent vegetation and abundant rainfall. The Qinling Mountains in the north not only divide my country into north and south in a geographical sense, but also separate the Yangtze River system and the Yellow River system. The Han River and Jialing River were born in the Qinba Mountains, providing sufficient water guarantee for the Yangtze River system, and the Heihe River also provides water supplement for the Yellow River. Therefore, the Qinba Mountains are known as China's "central reservoir".
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Abundant water resources have created a humid climate, with vast virgin forests covering the area. There are countless peaks above 2,000 meters above sea level, making the Qinba Mountains a paradise for animals and plants.
Giant pandas, golden monkeys, takins, crested ibis, black storks... these familiar little animals all regard the Qinba Mountains as their only home. This is China's precious "biological gene bank".
The 300,000 square kilometers of land in the Qinba Mountains not only supports tens of millions of people, but also gave birth to the splendid civilization of China. The Qin and Han dynasties rose here, laying the foundation for China's thousand-year history and leaving behind countless legends. The most well-known one is probably "repairing the plank road in the open and crossing Chencang in secret"!
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Hanzhong City, located in the Qinba Mountains, has been called "Tianhan" since ancient times and is known as the birthplace of Han culture. The fertile land here provided the most powerful support for the ancient capital Chang'an, creating a splendid history of the ancient capital for thirteen dynasties!
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In this fierce competition, a wonderful chemical reaction is quietly taking place in the Qinba Mountains, and the most stunning and dazzling colors of the year are about to bloom.
Due to the unique terrain of the Qinba Mountains, the autumn colors here always come later than in other places. From August to September every year, cold air from Siberia begins to move south in large numbers, targeting the warm and humid air currents across China. When the cold air reaches the foot of the Qinling Mountains, it finds that its way forward is blocked by the Qinling Mountains.
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The warm and humid air currents that had been entrenched in the Qinba Mountains for a long time hurriedly prepared to retreat southward, but found that the Daba Mountains to the south of the Qinba Mountains blocked their southward movement, causing the warm and humid air currents to stay here for a long time, resulting in the phenomenon of frequent clouds and fog and continuous autumn rains in the Qinba Mountains.
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Because the Qinba Mountains are covered with fog, heat cannot escape during the day under the protection of the clouds. At night, the upper part of the clouds cools rapidly, while the lower part warms, producing a convection effect that leads to night rain. This is why the great Tang Dynasty poet Li Shangyin wrote on an autumn night in the Qinba Mountains: "You ask when I will return, but I have no idea. The night rain in Bashan swells the autumn pond. When will we light the candle in the west window together and talk about the night rain in Bashan?"
It is precisely because of the large temperature difference between day and night and the heavy rainfall that a wonderful chemical reaction will occur in the Qinba Mountains in autumn. Every late autumn, the most dazzling colors of the year will be born.
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Liuba, nestled in the southern foothills of the Qinling Mountains, is my favorite small town. It's as if the Qinba Mountains have buried their treasures here. "The mountains are bright, the waters are clear, frost arrives at night, and a few trees turn deep red, giving way to pale yellow." The great Tang Dynasty poet Liu Yuxi perfectly captures the autumn scenery of Liuba! From mid-October to mid-November, Liuba's autumn scenery is at its most beautiful. These must-see places are a must-see when visiting Liuba.
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Taiziling-Shizigou Ranch is the first place in Liuba to see the autumn colors. Standing at the highest point of Taiziling and looking into the distance, you can see the mountains covered in red and enjoy the sea of clouds in the mountains.
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The Shizigou Ranch was once the place where Zhuge Liang stationed his troops and raised horses during the Three Kingdoms period. It is an original natural ranch that has not yet been developed and is full of primitive atmosphere. The autumn-colored forests all over the mountains are matched with the open meadow pasture. It is one of the must-see attractions in Liuba.
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Gaojiang Road is a must-see when you come to Liuba. This road winds through the Qinling Mountains and is known to the world for its beautiful autumn scenery. Drive through it and feel the golden gallery woven by the Metasequoia forest.
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At the easternmost end of Gaojiang Road, there is a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, which is 4,000 years old and ranks third in the country. The colorful forests, deciduous Metasequoia and autumn countryside all over the mountain constitute a beautiful existence in the Qinling Mountains.
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This is the most romantic scenery in Liuba in autumn. Hundreds of acres of larch have covered this place with a golden carpet, and the stream is gurgling through the canyon. Walking on the wooden avenue in the forest is like walking into a fairy tale world.
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Tips:
Red Leaf Festival Date: October 17-November 15, 2020
Last viewing time: October 23-November 5, 2020
Recommended attractions: Liuba Old Town, the most beautiful rural road, Lover's Valley, Prince Ridge, Zhang Liang Temple
Depart from Hanzhong | 2 days and 1 night
Autumn Scenery of Liuba, Qinling Mountains, 2-Day Autumn Appreciation in Hanzhong
￥ Pre-registration starts from RMB 73 people have registered Register nowThere is a secret place hidden at the foot of Taibai Mountain, the main peak of the Qinling Mountains. The altitude here drops by nearly 3,000 meters. The primeval forest is vast, and the mountain range makes the red leaves here more gorgeous than other places. The Qinling golden monkey regards this place as the best habitat. This is Huangbaiyuan.
The Dajiangou Scenic Area is famous for its mystery and fantasy. The area has lush vegetation, a wide variety of species, and magical and magnificent natural scenery. If you are lucky, you can also see rare animals such as wild golden monkeys and takins. The primitive appearance makes people linger.
Walnut Terrace is a primeval forest with dense trees and primitive mystery. Walking here is like walking through a series of paintings.
There is also an abandoned ancient city in it, which is the old county town of Zhouzhi. During the Qing Dynasty, it was bustling with merchants coming and going, but now only ancient ruins are left. There are currently only 9 households in the city, and it is known as the "Shangri-La of Qinling Mountains".
Tips:
Best viewing time: October 20-November 5, 2020
Recommended attractions: Zhouzhi Old County, Dajiangou, Walnut Ping Primeval Forest, Taiyang Highway
Departing from Xi'an | 6 days and 5 nights
Qinling Travel | This is the Qinling Mountains: 6-Day Experience of Wilderness Along the Dragon Vein
￥2880 from 473 people have registered Register nowEntering the heart of the Daba Mountains, the Shimen Plank Road, the beginning of the Shu Road, connects Sichuan and Shaanxi. It's here that the Han-Chu Warring States period, known for their "openly repairing the plank road while secretly crossing Chencang," took place. Meanwhile, 90 kilometers away, Liping is quietly blossoming with stunning autumn colors.
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The 2008 Wenchuan earthquake shook open a mountain in Liping, and people discovered a peculiar mountain. The mountain was formed 400 million to 500 million years ago and is reddish-brown in color. Many animal fossils were found in these stones. This kind of landform can only be found here, and it was named "Zhonghua Longshan".
Image source: @Hanzhong on the road-Yang Fan
Image source: @Hanzhong on the road-Yang Fan
This is the best spot to view the red leaves in Liping. The deep clear pond and the red maple leaves on both sides form an autumn picture. There is also a beautiful legend in this place waiting for you to explore.
Image source: @Hanzhong on the road-Yang Fan
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This is an unopened area, full of primitive and mysterious colors, meadows, stone peaks, colorful forests, secluded waterfalls, cedar forests... ...the beauty here is unimaginable.
Image source: @Hanzhong on the road-Yang Fan
Image source: @Hanzhong on the road-Yang Fan
Tips:
Red Leaf Festival Date: October 9-November 30, 2020
Best viewing time: October 22-November 4, 2020
Recommended attractions: Tianshu Cliff, Undersea Stone City, Zhonghua Dragon Mountain, Fenglin Waterfall, Yunv Peak, Lutiao Gorge
Depart from Shaanxi丨2 days and 1 night
Qinling Autumn Scenery·Secret Liping 2-Day Tour Meet and Distance in Hanzhong, 4-6 People per Group
￥ Pre-registration starts from 30 people Registered Register nowAs the best spokesperson for the red leaves of Daba Mountain, mid-October to early November will be the most beautiful season of Guangwu Mountain. This world-class red leaf holy land will definitely shock you!
The red leaves, which account for 70% of the entire scenic area, are all over the mountains and are dazzling. More than 40 different species of trees will compete to burst out with the most eye-catching colors. The layered scenery of yellow, red, orange, green, blue, etc. forms a kingdom of colors!
The full name of Guangwu Mountain is "Nuoshui River National Geopark", which consists of five major scenic areas: Taoyuan, Dam, Eighteen Moon Lake, Shenmen Cave, and Xiaowu Gorge. Dam and Eighteen Moon Lake are must-visit scenic spots for viewing red leaves.
In the 3.5-kilometer-long Pearl Valley, there are 18 waterfalls and pools that seem to be created by gods. Each clear pool is shaped like a laurel and basically has a corresponding waterfall, so it is called the "Eighteen Moon Pools".
Eighteen Moon Lake is Guangwu Mountain's most beautiful waterscape. Red leaves drift down into the clear pool, swirling around in whirlpools before landing on the mountain path. Together with the vibrant red leaves and tranquil waterfall, the lake creates a unique and desolate autumn scene. The short 3-kilometer path is captivating, yet captivating, and captivating.
This is the most essential scenic spot of Guangwu Mountain, consisting of the Big and Small Langou, Black Bear Valley, Xianglu Mountain, Natural Gallery and other attractions. Each one is the best place to appreciate the red leaves.
You must visit Black Bear Valley, which concentrates the essence of Guangwu Mountain. Although the name sounds a bit "domineering", it is full of the dexterity and exquisiteness of Bazhong's mountains and waters!
The entire ditch is only 2 kilometers long, and there are beech trees on both sides of the river, with colors such as dark red, orange-red, green-yellow... ...the color transition is very smooth and natural, as beautiful as a fairy tale!
Tips:
Red Leaf Festival Dates: October 18-December 25, 2020
Best viewing time: October 23-November 1, 2020
Recommended attractions: Natural Gallery, Black Bear Valley, Big and Small Orchid Valley, Xianglu Mountain, Eighteen Moon Lake
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The Qinba Mountains have given birth to countless beautiful sights with their own unique landscapes.
Autumn is the most beautiful season in the Qinba Mountains. As the narrator, China-TravelNote wants to tell you about this beautiful scenery. Come and enjoy the red leaves and autumn with us.
