Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an
Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an
Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an
Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an
Ya'an
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Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an
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Best time to visitJan-Apr, Nov-Dec(Open all year)

Introduction Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an

Introduction
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Watching the sunrise in Ya'an is a visual feast of the integration of nature and humanity. Located on the western edge of the Sichuan Basin, Ya'an's unique topography and climatic conditions have created a unique sunrise landscape. The mountains are rolling and the sea of ​​clouds often accompanies the mountains. When the morning sun rises, the golden light penetrates the clouds, dyeing the sea of ​​clouds into gorgeous colors, which contrasts with the verdant mountains, like a magnificent ink painting.

Famous sunrise viewing spots such as Niubei Mountain and Dawa Gengza have a wide field of vision, allowing you to overlook the mountains and clouds, and feel the majestic beauty of nature; while places such as Mengding Mountain can not only enjoy the beautiful sunrise, but also combine the characteristics of Ya'an's "Tea Capital", walk into the tea garden after sunrise, taste a cup of Mengding nectar, and experience the heritage of the thousand-year tea culture. In addition, Ya'an has a strong ethnic minority style, and some sunrise viewing spots are close to villages. After sunrise, you can also deeply feel the unique local folk charm, which makes the sunrise viewing trip more rich.

Whether you are looking for natural wonders or exploring cultural charm, watching the sunrise in Ya'an will give you an unforgettable travel experience.

Trip Moments Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an

Sunrise Sightseeing in Ya'an Trip Moments
A great natural hot spring destination 1.5 hours from Chengdu!

A great natural hot spring destination 1.5 hours from Chengdu!

I've found a great natural hot spring hidden in the Ink Flower Creek Valley of Longcanggou, Ya'an! Environment: The hot spring hotel is located in the Flower Creek Valley surrounded by mountains, with misty green peaks, crystal-clear mountain streams, and cozy wooden cabins by the mountains and water! The cabins are really beautiful, clean, and comfortable! The bamboo forest and boardwalk are perfect for taking photos in Hanfu or Chinese-style outfits! Hot spring: It is a natural hot spring of health and wellness level, with private and public baths in the cabins, all of which are clean and comfortable for one-time use! Food: The bonfire barbecue is a highlight! Ya fish is also a must-try! It is farmed in the hot spring and is really fresh and tender! I love it!
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Snowy Mount Niubei: A Winter Wonderland

Snowy Mount Niubei: A Winter Wonderland

In the southwestern corner of Sichuan lies a paradise that seems like a fairyland—Mount Niubei. When the cold winter wind blows, it transforms into a snow-covered fairy tale world, attracting countless travelers to explore. The snowy scenery of Mount Niubei is a masterpiece of nature. The rolling mountains are covered with thick layers of white snow, resembling a sleeping dragon, looming in the mist. When the first ray of morning sunlight pierces through the clouds and shines on the snow-capped mountains, the golden and white colors intertwine, creating a magnificent view. The surging sea of clouds, like a turbulent ocean, contrasts with the crystal-clear snow scene, resembling a beautiful ink painting slowly unfolding, with every scene driving photography enthusiasts crazy. Traveling to Mount Niubei to enjoy the snow is very convenient. If you drive, you can start from Chengdu, drive along the highway, and reach the destination in about 4 hours. If you choose public transportation, you can take a long-distance bus from Xinnanmen Bus Station to Yingjing County, and then transfer to a shuttle bus to reach this snowy paradise. Before heading to Mount Niubei, be sure to make adequate preparations. The high altitude and large temperature difference require warm clothing such as windbreakers, down jackets, and thick hats, as well as sunscreen and sunglasses to protect against the strong plateau sunlight. Also, check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to avoid the changeable weather at the top of the mountain affecting your trip. The road conditions are dangerous, so joining a regular travel group is a wise choice to ensure safety. When visiting Mount Niubei, you can choose to hike, starting from the Changhai Visitor Center, taking a special vehicle, and then embarking on a 1.5-2 hour hiking journey, step by step into the beautiful scenery. Alternatively, you can take a sightseeing bus to reach the top of the mountain easily and quickly. As for accommodation, those who want to experience a unique outdoor life can choose the mountaintop campsite, while those seeking comfort and convenience can stay in hotels or homestays at the foot of the mountain. After a tiring day, don't forget to taste the local delicacies, such as Yingjing tofu, Mount Niubei bacon, and yak hot pot, each bite offering an authentic Sichuan flavor. The snowy scenery of Mount Niubei is a winter feast not to be missed in a lifetime. Come here and create unforgettable memories of your own. Mount Niubei
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Sichuan Travel.

Sichuan Travel.

A Photographer's Paradise|||Niubei Mountain Travel Guide 🌟 📍Address: On the border of Yingjing County, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province and Luding County 🚗Transportation: About 4–5 hours' drive from Chengdu 🚌Direct Bus: There are direct buses to Niubei Mountain from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station 🎫Tickets: CNY 160 per person (includes admission and sightseeing bus) 🕘Opening Hours: 8:00–18:00 🏔️Recommended Attractions: 1. Niubei Mountain Sunrise: Spectacular views of golden sunlight on the snow-capped mountains. 2. Niubei Mountain Sea of Clouds: A fairyland-like experience, as if you're floating on clouds. 3. Niubei Mountain Starry Sky: The night sky is stunning, a paradise for photographers. 4. Neighboring Niubei Mountain, you can enjoy equally beautiful scenery. 🏨Recommended Accommodation: 1. Mountain Top Campsite: Camp on the mountain top and experience unique outdoor life. 2. Hotels at the Foot of the Mountain: Many hotels and homestays are available. 🍚Recommended Food: 1. Yak Meat: Local specialty, tender and fresh. 2. Highland Barley Cake: Crispy and sweet. 3. Buttered Tea: Tibetan specialty drink with a rich milky flavor. 👚Clothing Suggestions: 1. Warm Clothes: The temperature is low at the top of the mountain, so bring warm down jackets, windbreakers, etc. 2. Non-slip Shoes: There is snow on the mountain, so wear non-slip shoes. 3. Hats, Gloves, Scarves: Essential for warmth. 📝Notes: 1. Niubei Mountain is at a high altitude, so take precautions against altitude sickness. 2. The weather at the top of the mountain is changeable, so bring rain gear and sunscreen. 3. Respect local religious beliefs and customs. 4. Protect the environment and don't litter. Niubei Mountain
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A Hidden Gem Around Chengdu! The Little Forest, a Natural Oxygen Bar

A Hidden Gem Around Chengdu! The Little Forest, a Natural Oxygen Bar

Embrace nature, frolic in the green fields, and collect the green spring of Longcanggou, where you are surrounded by lush greenery, making even breathing feel refreshing! It's no wonder it's known as the real-life version of a Miyazaki forest. There are plank paths inside, suitable for light hiking, and it's friendly for both adults and children. There are two main attractions in Longcanggou: Tiansheng Bridge The Tiansheng Bridge is 2 kilometers long, with a circular route that can only be completed on foot, and requires a shuttle bus to go up the mountain. The circular plank path and the Tiansheng Waterfall are both incredibly photogenic. Diecui Stream It gives you the immediate sense of being in a primeval forest, with a feast of greenery for the eyes, including moss, pigeon flowers, and azaleas, visible everywhere. Along the way, you can enjoy the pleasure of foraging for wild vegetables. TIPS: 1. Some plank paths may be slippery when wet, so wear non-slip shoes 2. Be sure to protect yourself from the sun and mosquitoes 3. It's best to bring your own water and dry food.
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Playing in the snow around Chengdu|The latest and most comprehensive guide to Longcang Gorge

Playing in the snow around Chengdu|The latest and most comprehensive guide to Longcang Gorge

Longcang Gorge has started to snow! For those who want to feel the romantic atmosphere of the ice and snow fairy tale world, take advantage of the current lack of tourists and go! How to play in Longcang Gorge in winter? Save this nanny-level guide Let you spend the least time and have the most fun! 🎈Location: Longcang Gorge National Forest Park, located in Yingjing County, Ya'an City. 🚘Traffic: Self-driving, it only takes more than 2 hours to depart from Chengdu, the whole journey is directly accessible by highway, navigate to "Longcang Gorge Visitor Center" 👉🏻Route: Chengdu—Chengya Expressway (136 kilometers)→Ya'an→National Highway 108→(42 kilometers)→Yingjing County→Longcang Gorge. 🚌Bus (bullet train): Take a bus or bullet train from Chengdu to Ya'an, about 1 hour, then take a bus from Ya'an Bus Station to Yingjing County, about 30 minutes, and take a taxi from Yingjing County Bus Station to Longcang Gorge Scenic Area, about 30 minutes. ❤️Tourism section: Rime ice, frozen giant waterfall, forest snowfield, stream cold pool... It's just like the forest secret realm in Hayao Miyazaki's animation "Princess Mononoke". ❤️Mature scenic area, with complete supporting facilities, beautiful scenery and few people, you can take beautiful snow scene portraits with your mobile phone, a good place to play in the snow on weekends. 💓Tour guide: Longcang Gorge includes two scenic spots, the old scenic spot Diecui Creek Scenic Area and the new scenic spot Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area, it is recommended to buy a package ticket for Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area! ❶Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area: Features: The most snow! The most out of the picture! Altitude 2100 meters, millennium waterfall, primitive forest, direct view of Wawu Mountain. Tour time⏰: About 2 hours About tickets🎫: Tickets + round-trip sightseeing car 120 yuan/person, gift Diecui Creek ticket. ❷Diecui Creek Scenic Area: Features: Altitude 1700 meters, streams crisscross, various waterfalls, primitive forest. Play time⏰: About 3 hours About tickets🎫 : 48 yuan/person 🍝Food section: There are no restaurants in the scenic area, it is recommended to bring water and snacks, the local specialty food in Ya'an includes Yingjing Bangbang Chicken, Oil Braised Wild Mountain Bamboo Shoots, Cold Mixed Soil Cold Noodles, Golden Water Bab, Sanjiaofeng..... all are rice killers! ❣️Tips: ✔If time is limited, it is recommended to go directly to Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area, the most snow. ✔The best way to sightsee is to take a sightseeing car up the mountain and walk down the mountain to save energy and time. ✔If you want to stay for one night, you can choose the resort hotel at the entrance of the scenic area, with a hot spring swimming pool.
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Longcang Gorge

Longcang Gorge

The snow at the natural bridge in Longcang Gorge is really beautiful. It takes 3.5 hours to get to the scenic area from Chengdu, and then change to the scenic area bus for 40 minutes to the natural bridge, and then walk 3 kilometers around the line. It takes longer to take the bus than to walk, but it's really worth it. There are few people and it's a niche attraction, but the snow is really thick and particularly fine, like fluffy cotton. It's a niche attraction, and the reception capacity of the scenic area is indeed not strong, but it's really worth having to see the snow and hike.
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Ophelia_Blackwooden-66
Ya'an Longcang Gorge

Ya'an Longcang Gorge

You must come to this nearest colorful forest viewing spot from Chengdu in autumn! It is now the best time to view the red leaf colorful forest, not only can you enjoy the red leaves and colorful forests, but also chrysanthemums, waterfalls, etc. It is very suitable for family outings, hurry up and bring your family to check in. This place is simply a treasure for family outings in autumn! It's too comfortable for a family to hike along the way to see the red leaf colorful forest, now is the best viewing period!
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OwenMcGregor68
A Must-Visit in This Lifetime: 360° Viewing Platform at Niubei Mountain

A Must-Visit in This Lifetime: 360° Viewing Platform at Niubei Mountain

As a 360° viewing platform that was sanctified by hikers and National Geographic 10 years ago, Niubei Mountain has never lacked topics of discussion. After more than six years of development since its closure in 2015, it is now possible to drive directly to the mountaintop camp, making it very friendly for the average person. The local government has put great effort into making improvements in terms of convenience, safety, and comfort, which inevitably leads to increased costs: the price of admission, shuttle service, and accommodation have all increased significantly compared to before, earning it the playful nickname 'Expensive Bull Mountain.' Personally, I think the costs are reasonable, as safety is something money can't easily buy. ⛰【Travel Tips】 📍Detailed Address: Jianzheng Village, Niubei Mountain Town, Yingjing County, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province 🚗Transportation Strategy: Self-driving/Join a tour group 🕙Opening Hours: 7:30-17:00 💰Ticket Price: 160 RMB per person, plus shuttle service fee 🌟Highlights: Snow-capped mountains, sea of clouds, starry sky 📌Little Tips: Pay attention to keeping warm and be aware of altitude sickness
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Ya'an Long Cang Gou | Hidden in the off-the-beaten-path treasure scenic spot, high-quality homestay

Ya'an Long Cang Gou | Hidden in the off-the-beaten-path treasure scenic spot, high-quality homestay

🚗. There are too many scenic spots around Chengdu. Many beautiful and less crowded places are often overlooked. Ya'an Long Cang Gou Forest Park, with a forest coverage rate of up to 97%, here in spring there are high-altitude rhododendrons falling in colorful petals, pigeon flowers (the plant world's giant panda, Gongtong) pure and beautiful. Summer retreat, autumn appreciation of colorful forests, winter play in the auspicious snow. Four seasons a year, never monotonous. 🏠Accommodation recommendation: 📍Address: Group 5, Development Village, Long Cang Gou Town, Yingjing, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province The hotel is located at the entrance of Long Cang Gou Panda Homestay Village, with a retro industrial style, bold local color collision, nostalgic, retro and fashionable. Quiet and leisurely village, looking up, full of greenery, washing eyes and lungs. Per capita consumption: 200+ The cost performance is really good, non-holidays go, per capita 200+ can Stay in a very stylish tatami big bed room. This price is really beautiful.
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The sea of clouds today is so beautiful!

The sea of clouds today is so beautiful!

🔥. Basic information: - Origin of the name: Niu Bei Mountain is located in Piao'er Valley, Niubei Town, Yingjing County, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province, on the border with Luding County. It is named after the huge rock protruding from the cliff on the top of the mountain, which looks like a cow's head, and the long ridge, which looks like a cow's back. The top of the mountain is 3,666 meters above sea level and is the watershed of the Qingyi River and Dadu River. - Scenic features: Known as "China's largest viewing platform", it offers six unique views: a sea of clouds, sunset, sunrise, Gongga Snow Mountain, Buddha's light, and star trails. The sea of clouds is dense, even, magnificent, and gentle, and the waterfall clouds are like the "Hallelujah Mountain" in Avatar. Here you can see the full view of Gongga Mountain, the king of Sichuan mountains, as well as famous mountains such as Mount Emei, Mount Siguniang, and Mount Erlang.  🔥Preparation suggestions: - Check the weather: It is very important to check the weather forecast in advance. Try to choose a sunny day to visit, as this will greatly increase the chance of seeing beautiful scenery. If it rains, the scenery will be greatly reduced, and the experience will be affected. - Clothing: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large and it is windy on the top of the mountain, so bring warm clothes such as a windbreaker, down jacket, thick hat, thick gloves, and thick socks to keep warm. -🔥 Medicine: Bring motion sickness medicine, cold medicine, painkillers, glucose, antidiarrheal medicine, and other common medicines to deal with possible motion sickness, colds, altitude sickness, stomach discomfort, and other physical conditions. - 🔥Sun protection: The ultraviolet rays on the top of the mountain are strong, so sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and other sun protection products are essential to prevent sunburn.
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Cook_93 Oliver
Longcangou Forest Park

Longcangou Forest Park

Forest Park is very large, with lush vegetation and beautiful scenery. We came specifically to breathe fresh air and climb mountains, sweating and taking in the fresh air, feeling refreshed. For those with poor physical strength, we recommend taking a sightseeing car to the top and then slowly walking down the mountain.
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silaswinterbourne88
Longcangou Forest Park

Longcangou Forest Park

A primitive forest with low development, except for the shuttle bus up and down the road, there are only a few vending machines on the mountaintop, and there is no food or drink sales along the way. If hiking, you need to bring your own food and water. The environment is well protected, with rare plants such as pigeon orchid, purple and red magnolia, and solitary orchid.
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