Fairy-tale Sichuan Winter

Jiuzhaigou: The Water Rhythm and Ice Soul of a Fairy-Tale World

Title: "Fairy-Tale World", "Wonderland on Earth" (World Natural Heritage, National 5A Scenic Area)Core Features: The "Six Wonders" – emerald lakes, cascading waterfalls, colorful forests, snow-capped peaks, Tibetan customs, and blue iceMust-See Spots:

Wuhuahai (Five-Flower Lake): Known as "Nature's Palette", its waters boast a riot of colors

Nuorilang Waterfall: China's widest waterfall, which turns into a glazed ice cascade in winter

Changhai (Long Lake): The highest and largest lake in Jiuzhaigou, frozen into a mirror-like sheet in winter

Jinghai (Mirror Lake): The lake surface perfectly reflects snow-capped mountains when there is no wind

Seasonal Highlights: Colorful forests in autumn (October) and blue ice in winter (November–March)

Huanglong: The Jade Pool Wonderland of the Golden Giant Dragon

Title: "Jade Pool on Earth" (World Natural Heritage, National 5A Scenic Area)Core Features: The "Four Wonders" – colorful ponds, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and forests, plus shoals, ancient temples, and folk customs to form the "Seven Wonders"Must-See Spots:

Wucai Chi (Multicolored Ponds): A cluster of 693 colorful ponds, the world's largest and highest-altitude open-air travertine pond group

Jinsha Pudi (Golden Sand Shoal): A 3.6-kilometer-long travertine shoal that resembles a golden giant dragon

Penjing Chi (Bonsai Ponds): More than 180 exquisite ponds reflecting snow-capped mountains and blue sky

Seasonal Highlights: Abundant water and vibrant colors in summer (June–August), and colorful forests in autumn providing a stunning backdrop

Dagu Glacier: The Nearest Distant Ice and Snow Secret Land

Title: "The Closest Glacier to Cities" (only 300km from Chengdu)Core Features: 13 modern glaciers, integrated with snow-capped mountains, colorful forests, and Tibetan villagesMust-See Spots:

4860m Observation Deck: Reach the summit via the world's highest sightseeing cableway and overlook the entire glacier landscape

"The Loneliest Café in the World": Enjoy coffee at an altitude of 4860 meters with a view of ten-thousand-year-old glaciers outside the window

Jinhou Hai (Golden Monkey Lake): Watch groups of wild Sichuan snub-nosed monkeys

Dagu Lake: A glacial meltwater lake that becomes a natural ice rink in winter

Seasonal Highlights: Snow can be enjoyed year-round, with the best snow scenery from October to April

Siguniang Mountain: The Ice and Snow Kingdom of the Queen of Shu Mountains

Title: "Queen of Shu Mountains", home to 85 snow-capped peaks above 5000 metersCore Features: "Three Valleys and One Mountain" (Shuangqiao Valley, Changping Valley, Haizi Valley, and four snow-capped peaks)Must-See Spots:

Yaomei Peak: Standing at 6250 meters, it is the highest peak of the Qionglai Mountains and covered with snow all year round

Shuangqiao Valley: The most developed valley, featuring primeval forests, snow-capped peaks, streams, and snow scenery of redwood forests

Changping Valley: A former ancient battlefield site where visitors can look up at Siguniang Mountain up close

Haizi Valley: Dotted with alpine lakes, and Huahaizi is an ideal spot to view Siguniang Mountain

Seasonal Highlights: Magnificent snow-capped mountains all year round; icicles hang in winter, making it suitable for ice climbing