Guide to Hidden Gems in Western Sichuan｜Complete Guide to 6 Heavenly Scenic Spots

Absolutely breathtaking! 🌟Western Sichuan hides so many divine beautiful sceneries!!
(Friendly reminder: Get ready to hold your breath~)

🏔️【Aba Overview】
"The Last Blue Planet" lives up to its reputation✨
✅Stunning scenery across 13 counties and cities
✅Tibetan and Qiang ethnic groups make up 78%, very distinctive
✅9 major beautiful seasons (recommended to visit from May to October)
✅Super convenient, 4-hour direct access from Chengdu

【🎎Local Customs Experience】
Lovely people encountered in the beautiful hidden gems!
🔹Learn to make butter tea in a Tibetan guesthouse
🔹Listen to legends of white stone worship in Qiang villages
🔹Ride horses and sing with herdsmen on the grasslands
(Recommended to stay in a Tibetan village for 2 nights for an in-depth experience)

📸【6 Must-Visit Heavenly Check-in Spots】
1️⃣ Jiuzhaigou Valley
"Fairytale World" confirmed! 💎
📍Address: Provincial Road 301, Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County
🕒Peak Season 7:30-18:00 / Off-Peak Season 8:30-18:00
💵Ticket 280 RMB｜Recommended to visit for 2 days
✨The reflection in Mirror Lake at dawn is breathtakingly beautiful! Nuorilang Waterfall is incredibly spectacular!

2️⃣ Huanglong
God's palette has been overturned! 🎨
📍Address: Pingsong Road, Huanglong Township, Songpan County
🕒Peak Season 7:30-18:00 / Off-Peak Season 8:00-17:00
💵170 RMB｜Recommended to visit for 4-5 hours
💛The Five-Color Ponds sparkle under the sun! Every casual shot looks like a masterpiece!

3️⃣ Mount Siguniang
A paradise for hiking enthusiasts! ⛰️
📍Address: Siguniangshan Town, Xiaojin County
🕒Peak Season 8:00-17:30 / Off-Peak Season 8:00-17:00
💵60 RMB｜Recommended to visit for 1 day
📸The sea of clouds at Yaomei Peak is incredibly photogenic! Remember to bring your camera!

4️⃣ Ruoergai Grassland
One of China's most beautiful wetlands! 🌿
📍Address: Near Provincial Road 209, Ruoergai County
🕒Open all year | Recommended to visit in the evening
🌅The sunset over the Yellow River's Nine Bends is incredibly beautiful!! Experience the poetic charm of "a round sun setting over a long river"~

5️⃣ Lianbaoyeze
The backyard of the gods! ✨
📍Address: Lianbaoyeze Road, Aba County
🕒Peak Season 8:00-18:00 / Off-Peak Season 8:30-17:30
💵120 RMB｜Recommended to visit for half a day
🏔️Glacial relics + alpine lakes are so stunning! My phone memory is full from all the photos~

6️⃣ Songpinggou
A mini version of Jiuzhaigou! 💦
📍Address: Diexi Town, Maoxian County
🕒Peak Season 8:00-18:00 / Off-Peak Season 8:30-17:30
💵80 RMB｜Recommended to visit for 3 hours
🌈Beautiful like a painting against the colorful forests! Few people, stunning scenery, absolutely amazing~

🔥【Local's Secret Tips】
✔️For Jiuzhaigou, it's recommended to photograph the morning mist at Mirror Lake (super ethereal!)
✔️For Huanglong, remember to bring an oxygen tank as you might experience altitude sickness (you'll really be out of breath!)
✔️For Mount Siguniang, definitely try horseback riding (super fun)
✔️In the evening, there will be herds of yaks on the grassland! (Great background for photos)
✔️For Lianbaoyeze, remember to wear a windbreaker (large temperature difference between morning and evening)

📆Best Time to Visit:
May-October is the peak season for beauty (July-August is excellent for escaping the summer heat)
Recommended to save this guide! 😘

🚗Transportation Advice:
Recommended to charter a car or self-drive for more convenience (4 hours from Chengdu)
The scenery along the way is also super beautiful~

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