Certainly a must-see location for American visitors looking for cultural immersion and natural beauty is Jiuzhaigou. Renowned for its amazing waterfalls, vibrant lakes, thick woods and great abundance of species, this nature reserve in China’s Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province These ten must-see Jiuzhaigou sites will provide you a feast for the soul and the sight.
1. The largest plateau waterfall in Asia: norilang
Among Jiuzhaigou’s famous sites, Norilang Waterfall is renowned for its grandeur and vast width of water. Splashing layers of water down from a high point seems like a symphony of nature. Here you may experience the shock of the waterfall up close and simultaneously enjoy the amazing view of the snow-capped mountains in the distance and the rich trees on both sides of the cascade.
2.The ideal mix of lakes and waterfalls is Shuzheng Qunhai.
Comprising more than forty lakes of varied diameters, Shuzheng Qunhai is a singular collection formed in the gullies and valleys. Waterfalls link the lakes to one another, creating an amazing chain of them. Here you can relax on the wooden trestle and take in the lovely view of the tranquilly of the lakes entwined with the grandeur of the waterfalls.
3. Panda Sea: Beauty in Tranquility and Reflections
Panda Sea is well-known for its lovely reflections and glistening clean lake. The lake’s surface appears as serene as a mirror when there is no breeze, reflecting the sky, snow-capped mountains and trees precisely on the lake surface as though it were a lovely picture. Besides, it’s a perfect spot to see wild pandas. Though the likelihood of seeing pandas is really low, the excitement and surprise will enough cause one’s heart to flutter.
4. Sea of Mirrors: Heroes’s filming site
One of the filming sites for Hero, the Sea of Mirrors is another well-known lake in Jiuzhaigou. Early in the morning, when the lake is peaceful and devoid of waves, you can admire the mirror-like reflection of the lake, which depicts the surrounding snow-capped mountains, woods and sky exactly. This mix of peace and beauty makes you believe you live in a fairy tale world.
5. Changhai: surrounded with year-round snow-covered mountains and deep forests
Among Jiuzhaigou’s lakes, Changhai is both among the highest and biggest. Surrounded by snow-covered mountains and deep forests, it is at the end of the valley. Perched on the viewing platform, you may see the whole lake and experience the wonder and mystery of the natural world.
6. The Sea of Five Flowers: An Enchanting Fairytale World in Colors
Rich aquatic vegetation and vivid lake make the Five Flowers Sea well-known. As if it were a vibrant fairy tale realm, the lake water exhibits a range of hues including blue, green and yellow. Here you can experience the enchantment and appeal of nature and value the harmonic synergy between the lake and its environs.
7. Wucai Pond is referred to as the “Eye of Jiuzhaigou”.
Though Wucai Pond is among the smallest seas in Jiuzhaigou, its unusual form and breathtaking hues are well-known. As if it were a picture painstakingly mixed by nature, the water seems to be in a range of hues including blue, green, and yellow. Perched on the brink of the pool, you can experience the creative work of nature while appreciating the beauty and mystery of the water from a close range.
8. Sea of Reeds: Hikers Blue Jade Ribbon
A huge stretch of reeds, the Sea of Reeds conceals a meandering watercourse known as a blue jade belt. Walking over the Sea of Reeds will allow you to take in the stunning pictures of swaying reeds entwined with brook murmuring. For those who enjoy photographing and wild bird viewing, it is also a heaven.
9. Pearl Beach Waterfalls: An amazing perspective of the Milky Way Cascading down the River
Unique form and magnificence abound at Pearl Beach Falls. Like a pearl flying in the air, the water falls from a high point spraying layers of water like though. Here, although enjoying the view of the deep forest around the waterfall and the snow-capped mountains in the distance, you can experience the shock and beauty of the waterfall from a close distance.
10. Rhinoceros Sea: from a tour bus, a fantastic perspective
When driving by tour bus, the Rhinoceros Sea is a great spot situated on the Rizegou Scenic Route in Jiuzhaigou. Sitting on the left side of the bus will let you take in a lovely perspective of the Rhinoceros Sea. The lake’s surface is as still as a mirror, reflecting the nearby mountains and trees precisely on top. Though they are rare now, it is also a perfect spot for photographers and to view wild rhinos.
Every place in Jiuzhaigou draws a lot of people with its special appeal. Jiuzhaigou provides an amazing trip whether your travel taste is for cultural immersion or natural beauty search. Here you can taste Tibetan and Qiang culture as well as the enchantment and beauty of nature right here and close-by. Let us start this spiritual and visual feast together!
