Complete Guide to Visiting Siguniang Mountain|Tibetan Hidden Land Meets the Splendid Golden Autumn
by MANUEL CALDWELL
Oct 11, 2025
Siguniang Mountain | Morning and evening on earth, leaves fall signaling autumn, and time is peaceful✨
📜【Immortal Legend】
This is the "Eastern Sacred Mountain" and also known as "Sikula" (the mountain guardian deity) in the hearts of Tibetans. According to local legends passed down through generations, four beautiful Tibetan sisters bravely fought demons to protect their homeland and ultimately transformed into four towering snow-capped peaks⛰️ The "Danmuze" mountain worship festival on the fourth day of the fifth lunar month is super lively every year!🔥 It has been listed in the Aba Prefecture intangible cultural heritage directory~
🏔️【Four Main Peaks】
1️⃣ Daguniang Mountain: Beginner level 5355m
2️⃣ Erguniang Mountain: 5454m
3️⃣ Sannianang Mountain: 5664m
4️⃣ Yaomei Peak: 6250m (the second highest peak in Sichuan, respectfully called the "Queen of Shu Mountains"👑
🌊【Must-Visit Three Valleys Guide】
📍 Shuangqiao Valley (Entrance fee 80 RMB/person)
🚌 The sightseeing bus is super convenient! Check in at the Sun and Moon Mirror, Five-colored Mountain, Ginseng Fruit Flat, and other immortal spots~ Very beginner-friendly★★★★★
📍 Changping Valley (Entrance fee 70 RMB/person)
🌲 A paradise for trekking in the primeval forest! Recommended to hike from Lama Temple to Muliaozi, about 7 hours round trip (remember to wear comfortable hiking boots!) Adventure level★★★★☆
📍 Haizi Valley (Entrance fee 60 RMB/person)
⛺ More than ten alpine lakes breathtakingly beautiful! A must for professional mountaineers, it’s recommended to team up with a guide~ Suitable for a two-day one-night camping trip! Hardcore level★★★★★
🧭【Travel Tips】
🕒 Best time: May to October (Golden October is the best!)
⏰ Opening hours: 8:00-15:00 (no entry after 15:00)
👚 Dress code: Windproof jacket + thermal underwear + hiking boots (huge temperature difference!)
💊 Essentials: Oxygen tank + sunscreen + cold medicine
❗【Plateau Precautions】
⚠️ Prevent altitude sickness: Avoid strenuous exercise + don’t wash your hair the first night
☀️ Sun protection warning: UV rays are very strong! Sunglasses and hats are a must
♻️ Environmental reminder: Please take your trash with you! Everyone is responsible for protecting the sacred mountain
🌄【Post-Visit Thoughts】
Siguniang Mountain in October is as beautiful as a painting! Unfortunately, time was tight and I only visited Shuangqiao Valley😭 Yaomei Peak hidden in the clouds is mysterious and elusive~ Next time I definitely want to challenge hiking in Changping Valley and camping in Haizi Valley! Anyone want to team up?🙋
Post by MANUEL CALDWELL | Oct 11, 2025












