Cuopu Valley Scenic Area - Hidden Deep Valley
Cuopu Valley is the most hidden paradise of beauty in western Sichuan. It encapsulates all the beautiful scenery of the Tibetan area in western Sichuan, including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, lakes, and temples. To get here, you can only drive yourself. It covers an area of 0.4 square kilometers, equivalent to 56 football fields. Cuopu Valley is deep, tranquil, and vibrant, a hidden paradise that is unforgettable at first sight, with every frame as beautiful as a painting.
Shuangqiao Valley
Compared to Bipeng Valley, Shuangqiao Valley is more niche and unique. Everything you can find in Northern Europe is here: forests, grasslands, glaciers, snow-capped mountains... Especially the colorful forests in summer are enchanting. Here, every casual shot is a beautiful scene. You can also encounter yaks and sheep in the scenic area. When the breeze lifts the prayer flags, close your eyes and quietly feel the refreshing wind from the mountain valleys.
Xinduqiao Town - Colorful Forest
Xinduqiao is a photographer's paradise on National Highway 318. Even if you are not skilled in photography, you can still take professional-level photos here. There are winding streams, well-arranged Tibetan villages, rolling hills, and herds of cattle and sheep grazing. All these sceneries form a tranquil picture. In autumn, you can also see rows of golden poplar trees, which are breathtakingly beautiful.
Miyaluo - Red Leaf Scenic Area
Miyaluo is the largest and most scenic red leaf scenic area in China. The best months to visit are from May to November. In summer, it is a great place to escape the heat, and in autumn, it is perfect for viewing red leaves. The area is filled with continuous mountains, intersecting rivers, and is as beautiful as a fairy tale. Especially in autumn, there are 3,300 valleys and 3,300 ridges, each with red leaves, melting snow, and springs.
Milk Sea - E'Rongcuo
Milk Sea, also known as E'Rongcuo, became popular due to the movie 'I Belonged to You'. It is surrounded by milky white pebbles, hence the name Milk Sea. It is located at an altitude of about 4600 meters. The crystal blue snow water in the middle sparkles under the sunlight, making it breathtakingly beautiful.
Xinlu Lake - Yulong Lacuo
Xinlu Lake, known as Yulong Lacuo in Tibetan, translates to 'a lake that captivates at first sight'. This place is very niche and has few tourists. The lake water presents different shades of blue under the sunlight, appearing and disappearing among the trees, creating a dreamy beauty. Unlike other lakes, the Mani stones beside this lake are engraved with many scriptures and mantras, symbolizing good fortune and auspiciousness. You can sit by the lake and slowly enjoy this rare tranquility.
Tagong Grassland
Tagong Grassland is the favorite place of Bodhisattvas, and locals call it the 'grassland where humans and gods coexist.' The entire grassland is very large, and you can enjoy horseback riding here. Opposite it is the Yala Snow Mountain. If you are interested, you can visit Tagong Monastery to take in the breathtaking views of both the grassland and the snow mountain.
Ruoergai Grassland
Ruoergai Grassland has been rated as one of the six most beautiful marshlands by 'Chinese National Geography'. In summer, beautiful small flowers bloom all over the grassland, adorning the entire area. The summer season also brings abundant water and lush grass, with herds of cattle and sheep, making it a sight that everyone can't help but stop to admire. The spectacular First Bend of the Yellow River meanders through here. On the vast grassland, the gentle breeze causes the grass to sway like ocean waves, creating a captivating scene.
Mount Siguniang Scenic Area
Mount Siguniang, known as the 'Oriental Alps,' is the queen of the Sichuan mountains. Four continuous ice peaks stand in a row, resembling four maidens with white veils. The scenery is picturesque all year round, especially in July and August, when Mount Siguniang is at its most gentle and beautiful. Flowers bloom in profusion, creating a stunning spectacle. It is the perfect time to wear a beautiful dress and take photos among the snow-capped mountains and flower fields, making it a surefire hit on social media.
Xiannairi
Xiannairi is said to be a wish-fulfilling mountain, meaning 'Avalokitesvara'. It is the closest to the Yading Scenic Area. Winding up along the mountain road, you can see the high mountains shrouded in mist until you reach Yading Village, where suddenly a snow-capped mountain stands before you. The majestic and magnificent Xiannairi. The snow-capped mountain pierces the sky, and the Pearl Lake at the foot of the mountain reflects the majestic snow-capped mountain, evoking a sense of sanctity.
Hailuogou Glacier Forest Park - Yajiageng Red Stone Beach
The Red Stone Beach in the Lianghekou area of Yajiageng is one of the largest red stone beaches in the world and a gem at the foot of Gongga Mountain. The ground here is covered with red stones, which intertwine with the clear river water, making one marvel at the wonders of nature.
Quanhua Beach
Quanhua Beach boasts a more dynamic waterscape than Jiuzhaigou, featuring colorful pools of various shapes. The pools are adorned with intertwined aquatic plants and dotted with stone flowers, resembling a celestial paradise. Here, you can gaze at Gongga Mountain, the 'King of Sichuan Mountains,' and effortlessly capture stunning photos. Additionally, you can admire the 'Frozen Tears' of Lenggacuo Snow Mountain and witness the breathtaking reflection of the golden sunrise on the mountain.
Jiaju Tibetan Village was once rated as the 'most beautiful village and ancient town in China' by 'Chinese National Geography'. It is also the most representative Tibetan village in Danba. The Tibetan-style buildings here are very unique, with flat roofs and a scattered layout. They are situated in the river valleys, backed by snow-capped mountains. In the early morning, climbing up to the viewing platform to look out, the mist envelops the entire Tibetan village, making it appear very mysterious.
Moska is a tiny town on the high mountains, with its name in Tibetan dialect meaning a place of auspicious flatness. It is located in a highland pasture, surrounded by three sacred mountains, and integrates scenery such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes, making it as beautiful as a paradise. When you come here, you will find that people and nature coexist so harmoniously. You can see chubby marmots, which we call groundhogs, everywhere. They usually come out to forage in the morning, and you can see their cute figures up close.
Xin Lenggu Temple
Gnie Lenggu Temple is divided into Xin Lenggu Temple and Old Lenggu Temple. Xin Lenggu Temple is located at the foot of Gnie Sacred Mountain, while Old Lenggu Temple is situated in the valley between Gnie Mountain and the adjacent mountain. Old Lenggu Temple has a history of thousands of years, with unique architectural style and many treasured relics. To catch a glimpse of its appearance, one must hike up. Passing through the mountains, you will find Lenggu Temple standing amidst the forest, like a paradise on earth. Xin Lenggu Temple has a history of over 400 years and is the oldest White Sect temple in the Kang region, surrounded by snow peaks and fluttering prayer flags. It is a pure land of Buddhism where many high monks practice. This last secret realm of western Sichuan is a must-visit in one's lifetime.
