Western Sichuan in Summer Never Lacks Vitality

Western Sichuan in summer never lacks vitality❗️
I declare that Western Sichuan in summer is absolutely divine!
Western Sichuan has made me cry tears of joy😭
No matter how many times I visit Western Sichuan, I'm still amazed by its beauty❗Switzerland is too far away - if you want to see grasslands🌿, mountains, alpine lakes, meadows, and seas of flowers🌺, head to Western Sichuan!!

📝Western Sichuan Travel Guide for June-August
🛍Packing List
➡️Documents: ID card, student ID
➡️Electronics: Charger, power bank, tripod, camera
➡️Skincare & Makeup: Makeup, makeup remover, sunscreen, moisturizer
➡️Others: Disposable raincoat, umbrella, windbreaker, down jacket

❤️Must-Visit Attractions
📍Daocheng Yading: Known as "the last pure land on the blue planet," featuring magnificent snow-capped mountains, meadows, and alpine lakes. After entering the scenic area, first take the shuttle bus to Zhaganbeng, then walk or take an electric cart to Chonggu Meadow. You can also hike or ride horses to Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake.
📍Four Sisters Mountain: Consisting of four snow-capped peaks and three valleys, known as "Little Switzerland of Western Sichuan." Shuangqiao Valley has shuttle buses for easy sightseeing; Changping Valley is ideal for hiking enthusiasts; Haizi Valley is famous for its alpine lakes.
📍Xinduqiao: "Photographers' Paradise" featuring winding streams, golden poplar trees, rolling mountains, and picturesque Tibetan villages. Best enjoyed by driving slowly along the highway or walking.
📍Luding Bridge: A site of significant historical importance and patriotic education, allowing visitors to experience the heroic and thrilling story of the Red Army's capture of Luding Bridge.

🍜Food Recommendations
🍷Yak Meat: Delicious meat that can be enjoyed in hot pot.
🍷Butter Tea: An essential drink in Tibetan daily life that helps refresh the mind and replenish energy.
🍷Barley Cakes: Made from barley flour with a crispy texture and unique barley aroma, perfect with butter tea.

🚗Itinerary
D1 Chengdu - 434 - Red Lake - Gedilamu - Xinduqiao/Yajiang
D2 Xinduqiao/Yajiang - 18 Bends of the Sky Road - Litang - Daocheng - Riwa
D3 Riwa - Yading Scenic Area - Daocheng
D4 Daocheng - Litang - Eye of Genie - New Lenggu Temple - Ranrika Village
D5 Ranrika Village - Xinduqiao - Tagong - Gunungyou Bamei/Danba
D6 Accommodation - Four Sisters Mountain - Cat's Nose Ridge - Chengdu

Post by TALIA MCGEE | Apr 22, 2025

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