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~ Photography Hiking