Shimian 1-Day Itinerary: Conquer the Majestic Niubei Mountain

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by Riley

March 30, 2024 · 1 min read

Shimian 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey to the breathtaking Niubei Mountain, a hidden gem in Shimian. Your adventure begins at the crack of dawn, setting out to Jianzheng Village, where the mountain majestically stands. Spend your day immersed in the natural beauty of Niubei Mountain, known for its panoramic views and serene environment. As you ascend, the landscape unfolds with lush greenery and awe-inspiring vistas. The summit offers a spectacular vantage point, often described as a 'skyline terrace,' providing unparalleled views of the surrounding cloud-kissed peaks and valleys. This full-day excursion promises to be a highlight for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts alike, offering countless moments of wonder and a true escape from the hustle of everyday life. With Trip.com, your Shimian experience will be as seamless as it is memorable, leaving you with a sense of accomplishment and an array of stunning photographs to share.

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Day 1: Conquering the Clouds at Niubei Mountain

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Niubei Mountain

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Kickstart your one-day adventure in Shimian with a journey to the majestic Niubei Mountain. As the sun peeks over the horizon, prepare to immerse yourself in a full day of exploration at this natural wonder. Located in Jianzheng Village, Niubeishan Town, within the embrace of Yingjing County, Niubei Mountain promises an unforgettable experience. Renowned for its panoramic views, the mountain is a sanctuary for those seeking to capture the essence of Sichuan's mountainous beauty. From its peaks, adventurers are rewarded with a sea of clouds and a tapestry of lush landscapes that stretch into the distance. The ascent not only offers a physical challenge but also a spiritual uplift, as the serene environment provides a perfect backdrop for introspection and nature appreciation. Allocate a full day to truly savor the splendor of Niubei Mountain, as each moment spent here adds to the mosaic of memories that will last a lifetime.

Attraction Info

  • Jianzheng Village, Niubeishan Town, Yingjing County, Ya'an City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 days
  • Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

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Menghuo City is located at the junction of Shimian County and Mianning County in Sichuan Province. It is famous for the place where Zhuge Liang captured Menghuo for the seventh time during the Three Kingdoms period, and the plateau ecological meadow, with an average altitude of about 2,600 meters. The scenic spot mainly includes the big meadow, red rock beach, beacon tower, moon lake and other scenic spots, which is a good place for self-driving tour around Chengdu. The large meadow is a plateau ecological meadow with good grass quality and is a high-quality summer pasture suitable for grazing of cattle, sheep and other herds. In the middle of the meadow area, there is a thousand-year-old withered tree. According to legend, it is the sacred tree that helped Menghuo and the sacred tree that blesses the villagers of Menghuo City. Red Rock Beach is famous for its peculiar and bright red stones. The stones here, no matter how big or small, are bright rust red. In the sun, these red stones dazzled among the streams, on the hillsides, and among the bushes. The beacon tower was an important pass built by Meng Huo and his subordinates during the Three Kingdoms period to defend against the Shu army. According to legend, when the torches on the beacon tower were lit, the soldiers in the city put down their work and got up to prepare for battle to defend against foreign enemies. Moon Lake is named "Moon Lake" because of its crescent-shaped surface. According to legend, it is the place where Meng Huo and Mrs. From April to May, primroses bloom around the lake, and the sea of flowers is boundless; in the golden autumn, the red leaves are flaming and colorful.
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Niubei Mountain
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Niubei Mountain (literally “cattle back mountain”) is located in Ya'an, Sichuan Province. The mountain is named after a rock on the summit that resembles a cow's head and a long ridge shaped like a cow's back. The mountain is surrounded by spectacular scenery and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and landscape photographers.
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Tuzi Mountain
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Hailuogou Glacier Forest Park
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Hailuogou Scenic Area is located in Luding County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, on the eastern slope of Mount Gongga. It is 284 kilometers away from the provincial capital Chengdu, 76 kilometers away from Kangding Love Song City, only 50 kilometers away from Luding Bridge, and 253 kilometers away from Xichang. The scenic area has many titles such as "China Glacier Forest Park", "China National Scenic Spot", "National 5A-level Tourist Scenic Spot", "National Geopark" and National Ecological Tourism Demonstration Area.

Hailuogou Scenic Area is a low-altitude modern marine glacier with the same latitude, close to big cities and strong accessibility. It has the world's most majestic and spectacular ice waterfall. The vertical drop within the scenic area is less than 30 kilometers, up to more than 6,500 meters. The special geographical location has created 7 vertical climate zones and vegetation zones. There are more than 4,800 plant communities and many rare animals and plants in the area. It is known as the "Mother of World Gardens" and a good place for popular science. The scenic area also has many high-quality, mineral-rich natural hot springs and a world-scale red stone park. The annual average temperature in the scenic area is 18℃. There is no scorching heat in summer and no severe cold in winter. It is an ideal choice for leisure and summer vacation. After more than 20 years of development, the tourism reception function of Hailuogou Scenic Area has been increasingly improved. It is now a comprehensive tourist attraction integrating sightseeing, leisure and vacation, summer vacation, mountaineering scientific research, and parent-child science popularization.

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