If not this mountain, then Naisan

🏔️The Twin Jewels of Western Sichuan! A snow and ice secret adventure guide to Siguniang Mountain + Nairong Sacred Mountain

Siguniang Mountain Shuangqiao Valley
Top spot in Western Sichuan! Snow-capped mountains and glaciers that pierce your heart🏔️
📍Address: Siguniang Mountain Town, Xiaojin County, Aba Prefecture
🕒Peak season 8:00-17:30 (ticket sales stop at 15:00)
🎫Ticket: 150 RMB

Nairong Sacred Mountain
A hidden Tibetan secret! Colorful Danxia meets prayer flags🌈
📍Address: Sitongda Township, Donggu District, Ganzi County
🕒Open all day

🔥Must-visit routes
1️⃣ Shuangqiao Valley classic five stops
Red Fir Forest: A snow mountain viewing platform at 3,840 meters altitude! Walk slowly if prone to altitude sickness
Potala Peak: A prime spot for shooting snowy mountain road scenes📸 Remember to wear bright clothes
Sigunaco: Blue ice lake surface + snow mountain reflection, stunning after December
Nianyu Dam: Summer rafting and winter snowfield, the top spot for snow play
Ginseng Fruit Meadow: Yak grassland secret spot, perfect for Tibetan-style photos

2️⃣ Hidden experiences at Nairong Sacred Mountain
Colorful rock walls: 20-minute hike to the viewing platform, best light at sunset
Prayer flag array: Rent Tibetan clothes from locals at the mountain base (30 RMB/set), spinning prayer wheels makes great shots
Pasture experience: Milk yaks with Tibetan mothers, remember to book in advance

📸Photography bible
Must-shoot in Shuangqiao Valley: Potala Peak S-curve road / Sigunaco ice-cracked lake surface
Must-shoot in Nairong Sacred Mountain: Rainbow light and shadow on rock walls / Elderly spinning prayer wheels under prayer flags

⚠️High-altitude survival tips
1. Sit on the right side of the Shuangqiao Valley sightseeing bus! The snowy mountains are endlessly beautiful
2. No supply stations at Nairong Sacred Mountain, bring your own snacks and hot water
3. Walk clockwise around Tibetan temples, don’t step on thresholds!

🐄Food hits
Must-eat in Xiaojin County: Matsutake mushroom stewed yak meat / Barley cake dipped in yogurt
Hidden gems in Ganzi County: Butter tea + dried beef (amazing with raw garlic)