Snow Mountain

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Xiling Snow Mountain is in Dayi County, Chengdu, Sichuan Province.

It covers about 483 square kilometers.

The elevation ranges from ~1,260 m to ~5,364 m. Its highest peak, Daxuetang (or Maojiling in some sources), is ~5,364 m and is snow‑covered year‑round.

It’s about 95‑110 km from Chengdu city.

🌤 What to See & Do — Seasonal Highlights

Xiling has something to offer in all seasons:

Season What you’ll experience

Winter (≈ Nov to Mar) Snow cover (60cm+ in good times), skiing, snow play, cable car rides to the snow fields.
Spring Rhododendrons and other wildflowers bloom; forest trails, waterfalls.
Summer Cooler escape from city heat, grass‑skiing and other “green” activities.
Autumn Red / golden leaves, crisp air, good for photography.


🎯 Key Attractions & Highlights

Ski Resort: Large ski area with multiple runs of varying difficulty. Boundary (阴阳界)**: A watershed ridge where climates differ noticeably — one side dry/cold (plateau style), the other more humid / basin style.

Post by potatogal | Sep 30, 2025