Huanglong National Scenic Reserve


Huanglong National Scenic Reserve, located in Songpan County, is another UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is noted for its colorful waters, lakes, hot springs, snow-capped mountains, valleys, and forests. It is another must see for visitors coming to Jiuzhaigou. The majestic snow-capped Xuebaoding Mountain, soaring 5,500 meters above sea level, stands on the way to Huanglong Reserve. It is a favorite among mountain climbers and hikers.

What to see?

The 'World Wonder' and 'Fairy Land on Earth' are names enjoyed by the Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area, which is well known for its colorful Huanglong pool, lakes, snow clad mountains, valleys and virgin forest. 

1. Huanglong Valley
Huanglong Valley is one of the two top sight-seeing places in the Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area,which is well known for its colorful Huanglong pool, lakes, snow clad mountains, valleys and virgin forest. It was included in the UNESCO world heritage list in 1992.

Huanglong Valley Huanglong Valley

2. Mounigou Valley
Mounigou Valley, located to the west of Songpan Ancient Town, occupies an area of 160 square kilometers (62 square miles). It has an elevation between 2,800 meters and 4,070 meters with an annual average temperature of 7°C. It belongs to the western part of Huanglong National Scenic Reserve. After ten years of development, this unknown valley has now been listed as the World Biosphere Reserve, World Natural Heritage as well as the Green Globe 21 of UN. Its spectacular mountain scenery, large waterfall and the surrounding culture combine to create an attractive landscape.

Zhaga Waterfall in Mounigou Valley Erdao Lake in Mounigou Valley

 



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