Western Sichuan is a secret place that everyone yearns for. Here, you can see countless beautiful mountains, vast plains, lush forests and lakes in general ...

It's your first time to visit western Sichuan. I recommend you to spend 4-5 days in-depth experience, which can not only effectively avoid rebellion, but also leave every rich landscape!

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A quick tour of western Sichuan

Scope: western Sichuan now refers to the area west of Chengdu Plain, that is, Tibetan plateau areas such as Aba Prefecture and Ganzi Prefecture in Sichuan Province. Famous scenic spots include Kangding Ancient City, Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Taoping Qiangzhai, Wolong National Nature Reserve, Siguniang Mountain, Seda Buddhist College, miyaluo Scenic Area and the first song of the Yellow River.

all the year round: the scenery in western Sichuan is different all the year round, in which everything can be revived in spring and snow and water will melt; In summer, the lake is clear and the grass is lush; In autumn, you can see that the forest is completely dyed; Winter is snowy. The best time to travel is from July to October.

Unique landforms: perennial snow-capped mountains, alpine grasslands, virgin forests, red stone beaches, mylonite stone forests, etc.

western Sichuan is rich in landforms, and almost all the essence of nature can be seen, as well as rich national culture and humanistic customs.

Snow Mountain, Grassland, Forest and Stone Forest

Siguniang Mountain

Siguniang Mountain, known as the "Oriental Alps", is the world-class scenery closest to Chengdu, the provincial capital, with rich terrain with an annual average temperature of 17℃, which is an excellent choice for both leisure and hiking.

As one of the first ten famous mountain climbs opened to the outside world in China, it has more than 12 scenic spots, of which 57 are rated. There are "three ditches and four peaks" in Siguniang Mountain. There are mountains on both sides of the ditch, and the shape of each hill is different. It is really "a peak on the side of the ridge, and the distance is different", which makes people dizzying.

Daofu

Daofu is the only place on the Sichuan-Tibet line. On the western Sichuan Plateau, which is only more than 2, meters above sea level, you can also see the spectacular scene of rape blossoms in July. At the temperature of 25℃, you can enjoy flowers and take photos, so don't be too carefree! If Dawu makes you feel strange, then speaking of eight beauties, more people will be familiar with it. Located in Bamei Town, south of daofu county, there are five square kilometers of natural bonsai-Shilin. They either meander in the river valley, or cross the grassland, or climb over the ridge, with a clear boundary with the vast grassland, forming a magnificent spectacle.

Yala Snow Mountain, located at the junction of Kangding, Daofu and Danba, is a famous mountain in Kangba area with snow all year round. Looking at Yala on the boundless grassland stands like a huge crown between heaven and earth.

Tagong Grassland

The vast Tagong Grassland, the magnificent Tagong Temple and the majestic Yala Snow Mountain all converge in Tagong Town to form a perfect tourist destination. The Tagong grassland has entered the summer, and when you look at the whole mountain, it is all green, and it is even wider under the mountain peak. This time is the best time to take pictures.

xinduqiao

xinduqiao is a bright spot on the Sichuan-Tibet line, which is called "photographer's corridor". Because the colors here are really beautiful and dazzling. A house is like a love poem between the sky and the earth. Red, black and white are striking Tibetan houses, and the saturated color blocks are dotted with smoke from Tibetan villages and yaks and horses grazing peacefully. You can feel the unique charm here by car or on foot.

Ethnic and cultural customs

Jiaju Tibetan Village in Danba

Jiaju Tibetan Village was once rated as "the most beautiful village in China", with more than 27 Tibetan houses with unique shapes, which meander along with the ups and downs of the mountain. On the hillside with a relative elevation difference of nearly 1, meters, Tibetan buildings are scattered among the colorful forests, together with valleys, streams and snow peaks. You don't need to punch in when you come here to play. You can drive to the height of the Tibetan village, overlooking the whole picture of the Tibetan village, dotted with Tibetan houses, and smoke billowing in the meantime. It's very pleasant to taste local specialties when you are hungry.

Seda

Seda Wuming Buddhist College reminds the world that it is the first Buddhist college in the world with a bright and gorgeous red color. People who have been there will be shocked when they see this dense area. In the altar city of the Buddhist College, Tibetans who come to worship can be seen at any time. Faith is something in their bones, as important as rice. At night, this mystery and piety is even more grand, and people have to browse back and forth.

Luding Bridge

Luding, because of the "flying over Luding Bridge", opened the passage for the Red Army to March northward to resist Japan, and became an important historical memorial of the China * * * production party. The beauty of Luding is not only dangerous, but also many. Luding Bridge has been an important passage into Sichuan since ancient times. The two sides of the bridge are connected by 13 chains, and wooden boards are built on the bridge. Below is the roaring Dadu River. Walking on it, there is always a dangerous sense of urgency. Later, he became famous for "flying over the Luding Bridge" and composing the war miracle of "surprise, danger, strangeness and despair" in the revolutionary history of China and the military history of the world.

Unlock more niche attractions

Balang Mountain

Balang Mountain, which is next to Siguniang Mountain, is the top of the giant panda kingdom. Although it is not famous, its scenery and vision are excellent, and it is completely the "silent hill" on earth. There is the longest plateau tunnel in China at present, with clouds, sunsets, snow-capped mountains and starry sky, integrating ancient glaciers and modern glaciers, and the beautiful scenery in the world is wiped out!

Longdengba Grassland

King Gelsall once camped in Longdengba Grassland, so this grassland is called Gesaertong in Tibetan, which means "the grassland where King Gelsall fought".

the area covered by the western Sichuan area is really large, the altitude difference can reach several kilometers, and the combined routes are ever-changing, so it is particularly important to choose a route that suits you.

selection criteria

1. the scenery is rich, and you can see a variety of landforms at one time

2. there is multiculturalism, which increases your travel experience

3. the altitude is suitable, and you can do what you can according to your own situation

4. the travel time is reasonable, and you have enough rest time to prevent fatigue driving

5. The accommodation conditions are comfortable

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4-day trip: a small ring road with moderate depth

These experiences can't be missed:

Hongshi Beach that ordinary people can't find

There is a Hongshi Valley on the road from Hailuogou to Moxi Ancient Town. In a valley nearly 1 meters wide, there are dense red stones, where the white and swift river water is divided and gathered, and flows down around them. In different seasons, even under different weather conditions, the red stone will turn into different colors, showing a strange landscape of rainbow and dusk.

The last glory of xinduqiao

Jiagenba is an excellent place to take pictures. The scattered landscape houses and rich vegetation are simply natural oil paintings. Many senior donkey friends said: This is xinduqiao 2 years ago.

Suitable crowd on 4th: There is almost no threshold on this ring road, and the altitude is moderate, so it is perfect for parents and children to travel in summer and autumn.

5-day trip: the depth of avoiding people, Seda small loop

These experiences can't be missed:

Unlocking the morning and evening scenery of Seda

The amazing buildings are definitely worth stopping and enjoying for two hours, and the morning and night scenes of Seda can bring you different beauty and shock.

Riding in Longdengba Grassland

Compared with Tagong Grassland, it is more niche here. Riding in the vast land without a large number of tourists and keeping company with cattle and sheep will definitely satisfy all your imaginations of grassland.

5-day suitable crowd: the vast majority of people who have a holiday of about 6 days.

1. If you travel alone, and it is the first time to enter the plateau, the commonly used anti-hyperreflexia drugs should be specially prepared. For example, rhodiola preparation or vasodilators can be taken about one week in advance, and glucose powder (sold in supermarkets, taken daily), cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine and commonly used drugs should be prepared, and a convenient water cup should be prepared, preferably with a thermos cup.

2. It is very important to protect your eyes from the sun. Prepare sunglasses, hats, umbrellas and a small amount of snacks.

3. The backpack should not be too big, and some water and snacks should be packed on the small back. Usually, it is just a small satchel or purse to carry some important documents and medicines with you.

4. Clothes and trousers are mainly long trousers, including warm clothes such as fleece, jacket or thin down, and shoes are light.

5. Because not every point in western Sichuan can be charged, it is better to prepare a large-capacity charging treasure besides the charger for the mobile phone camera.

6. If you don't feel well, don't take a shower first, slow down the pace of activities, eat more fruits and vegetables and less meat. If you have a big reaction, it is recommended to go to the hospital to absorb medical oxygen. The oxygen concentration in the small tank is not enough.

western Sichuan, you won't be disappointed. Of course, you must protect the environment and take the garbage with you when you play!