Huanglong Travel Guide

“Is this even the human world? It’s clearly the color palette of the Heavenly Palace that has fallen down!” Everyone who has been to Huanglong is left speechless by its beauty. Today, let me take you on a virtual tour of this fairyland spot～Including the latest detailed guide, stunning photo spots & secret tips revealed!✨

📍【Basic Information】
Address: Chuanzhusi Town, Songpan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province
🕒Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM)
🎫Ticket Prices:
Peak Season (4/1 - 11/15) 170 RMB/person
Off Season (11/16 - 3/31 next year) 60 RMB/person
🚠Cable Car Prices:
Upward 80 RMB/person Downward 40 RMB/person

🍁【Best Seasons to Visit】
March-May｜Snowmelt Season｜✅Colorful pools crystal clear
June-August｜Summer Escape｜⚠️Crowded with tourists
September-November｜Maple Leaf Season｜📸Peak beauty, perfect for photos
December-February｜Snow Season｜❄️For niche travelers only

🚗【Classic 3-Day Itinerary】
Day 1: Chengdu → Wenchuan Earthquake Site → Night tour of Songpan Ancient Town (stay in Songpan)
Day 2: In-depth Huanglong tour (stay in Tibetan-style guesthouse)
Day 3: Tibetan village experience → Return to Chengdu

💯【Must-Visit Spots】
⭐Five-Color Pool｜Altitude 3576m
The world’s largest travertine terrace pool! Changes color under sunlight
⭐Golden Sand Beach｜Altitude 3400m
Golden travertine wonder! Extends 1300m like a golden dragon
⭐Huanglong Ancient Temple｜Altitude 3568m
Perfect composition of snow mountains + temple + colorful pools!
⭐No. 2 Viewing Platform｜Best panoramic overlook of the entire area

⚠️【High Altitude Precautions】
✅Take Rhodiola 7 days in advance
✅Bring a thermos + glucose
❌Avoid intense running or jumping
💊Bring ibuprofen for headache relief

📸【Outfit & Photo Tips】
👗Bright-colored long dress + ethnic-style shawl
👟Non-slip hiking shoes are a must
🧢Sun hat + sunglasses
Best photo times: 9-11 AM or 3-5 PM

🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】
Songpan Minjiangyuan Hotel
📍30 minutes from the scenic area｜Well-equipped facilities
Huanglong Sercuo Hotel
📍Tibetan style｜Butter tea is delicious

🎟️【Ticket Buying Tips】
Book 3 days in advance on the official site!
Half price for 60+ / students｜ID required

🤔Are you amazed by the scenery
or defeated by altitude sickness?
Come share your Huanglong story in the comments~