Not Xinjiang! There is such a beautiful and niche prairie secret in Western Sichuan!
by Sofia Taylor32 Serendipity
Apr 1, 2025
There is always an autumn reserved for Yuke, where autumn reveals its vivid beauty. Fallen leaves in the stone forest, snow-capped mountains and flowing water, golden grass rustling—Yuke never spares its exquisite charm and vitality, drawing you into a painting again and again with its saturated colors.
⭐Yuke Grassland:
It becomes especially enchanting in autumn. The vast grassland seems to be draped in a golden coat, with rivers and wetlands winding through, complementing the trees on the grassland to outline a beautiful masterpiece. Here, you can camp, watch the sunrise and sunset, and with every breath, smell the blooming fragrance stretching for miles.
⭐Yaochi Colorful Forest:
The colorful forest is like a bright and romantic autumn painting. The sunny slope’s colorful forest stretches for several kilometers, with colors shifting from green to yellow in varying tones. The valley’s water is clear and the stone beach wide, perfect for hiking and wading. The scenery here is breathtaking, a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
⭐Yinen Sun Moon Lake:
A dreamy fairyland hidden in a secret place, locally called "Que’er Gou Moon Bay," it is a little-known secret spot. The scenery here is stunning, like a paradise on earth. The lake water is crystal clear, surrounded by dense forests and rolling grasslands. A stream gently flows by, and cattle and sheep graze leisurely. Standing here, you can feel the powerful embrace of nature.
⭐Bairi Mountain:
Magnificent sunrise and sea of clouds. Bairi Mountain is a must-pass mountain on the way from Daofu County to Yuke Grassland, with a mountain pass at an altitude of 4,650 meters. Here, you can witness a spectacular sunrise and an endless sea of clouds. When the first ray of sunlight pierces through the clouds and shines on the vast grassland, the whole world brightens up.
⭐Jiayila Lake:
The tranquil Milk Sea. Jiayila Lake, locally known as "Milk Sea," is a serene lake hidden deep in the mountains. The lake water shows a stunning sapphire blue, surrounded by dense forests. Hiking up, the scenery along the way is intoxicating. Standing by the lake, gazing at the peaceful surface, it feels like seeing the true essence of the world.
⭐Huanxi Terrace:
This is a three-dimensional meadow of half forest and half grassland. Here, you can enjoy horseback riding and feel the freedom and exhilaration of galloping across the grassland. The open grassland and dense forest intertwine to form a unique landscape painting. Drink tea, camp, take photos, and spend a pleasant time fully experiencing the energy of nature.
⭐Natural Hot Springs:
A great place to relieve fatigue. In Qimei Township of Yuke, about ten kilometers from Yuke Grassland, there is a natural hot spring. The water quality is excellent, and with the autumn breeze blowing, soaking in this warm spring nourished by heaven and earth is so comfortable and relaxing.
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