Jinchuan Pear Blossom Spring Romance

👍🏻Recommendation reason: When spring arrives, western Sichuan becomes incredibly beautiful as if it were cast under a magical spell, and the pear blossoms in Jinchuan are the highlight. The line “One night the spring breeze comes, and thousands of pear trees blossom” is a true portrayal of the Jinchuan pear blossoms. During the flowering season, the mountains and fields are covered with pear blossoms, creating a spectacular scene that is so eye-catching. Whether you want to enjoy the beautiful scenery or like taking photos and checking in, Jinchuan Pear Blossoms can satisfy you. In addition to the pear blossoms, there are also unique Tibetan villages in the surrounding area where you can visit and experience different folk customs. 🗺Attractions introduction: The pear blossoms in Jinchuan are quite famous. When the flowers bloom every year, the pear trees all over the mountains are like being covered with a layer of white gauze. • First flowering period: around March 10th to March 15th. At this time, pear blossoms began to slowly emerge and bloom one after another. Although they have not yet fully opened, you can already see dots of white flowers dotted on the branches, creating a spring atmosphere. • Peak flowering period: From March 15 to April 1, the scene is simply amazing! The pear blossoms all over the mountains are in full bloom. At first glance, it looks like a white ocean, which is super shocking. The effect is best if you go to watch and take pictures at this time. Any shot will be a blockbuster. • Last flowering period: From around April 1 to April 5, the pear blossoms begin to slowly wither and the petals fall, creating a unique kind of poignant beauty. If you go there at this time, you can feel the poetic atmosphere of countless flowers falling. There are many places to enjoy the flowers: • Shenxianbao: This is the "viewing spot" for the Jinchuan pear blossoms. Standing on it, you can have a panoramic view of the entire Jinchuan pear blossoms. Whether you are taking panoramic or close-up photos, the photos are very good. • Zhonglu Tibetan Village: Compared with those popular attractions, this place is more peaceful and still retains its original ecological feel. Walking through the Tibetan village, with pear blossoms in full bloom beside you, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and feel the unique local life atmosphere. • Shaer Township: Pear blossoms are in full bloom all along the river valley, just like a white velvet carpet carefully spread by nature. Walking among them, it feels like being in a dreamy fairy tale world. 🚗 Transportation to attractions: If you choose public transportation, you can go to Jinchuan County first. You can usually take a long-distance bus to get there. The specific train numbers and departure times can be checked on the official website of the local bus station or some travel apps. After arriving at the county seat, transfer to the local rural bus or take a taxi to various flower-viewing spots. If you drive yourself, it will be more convenient. Starting from Chengdu, take the Chengguan Expressway, Duwen Expressway, and then turn to National Highway 317. The scenery along the way is also very nice. However, please note that you must check the condition of the vehicle in advance before self-driving and prepare anti-skid chains and other equipment, because the road conditions on some sections may be complicated. 🗺Travel route: You can go to Shenxianbao first, go there early in the morning, take some beautiful panoramic photos while the sun is shining, and feel the shock of the Jinchuan pear blossoms. Then go to Zhonglu Tibetan Village, stroll around there, experience the local folk culture, and have lunch in the Tibetan village. In the afternoon, go to Shaer Township, stroll along the river valley, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of pear blossoms and river valley. You can also find a place to rest by the river and enjoy a leisurely time. 🍱Food recommendations: • Tibetan hot pot: This is a local specialty. The pot is full of ingredients, including yak beef, various mushrooms, vegetables, etc. The taste is delicious and especially warm. • Barley cake: It has a crispy texture and the unique aroma of barley. It is great as a staple food or a snack. • Butter tea: You must try it, it can not only drive away the cold and keep you warm, but also relieve altitude sickness. It has a rich flavor and one sip will make your whole body feel relaxed. 💰Cost related: No tickets are required to view the pear blossoms, but some viewing platforms in scenic areas may charge a small fee, usually ranging from a few yuan to a dozen yuan. As for transportation costs, taking a long-distance bus to Jinchuan County will cost you anywhere from a few dozen yuan to over a hundred yuan, depending on where you depart. If you drive yourself, the fuel and toll fees will vary depending on the type of car and mileage. In terms of accommodation, the prices vary greatly. An ordinary B&B may cost one or two hundred yuan a night, while a hotel with better conditions may cost three or four hundred yuan or even more. In terms of food and beverage, a meal costs about a few dozen yuan per person. If you want to eat special dishes, the price may be slightly higher. 📌Other tips: • Jinchuan is about 2,000 meters above sea level. Most people will not suffer from altitude sickness, but you should avoid strenuous exercise such as running or fast climbing, otherwise you may feel uncomfortable. • The temperature difference between morning and evening is particularly large, the sun is very strong at noon, and the ultraviolet rays are very strong. So be sure to bring warm clothes, such as thick coats and sweaters, as well as hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and lipstick to protect yourself from sunburn and wind-induced cracking. • During the pear blossom season, there are a lot of tourists and accommodation is very tight. Therefore, you must book accommodation in advance, and it is best to buy tickets in advance, otherwise you may not be able to find a place to stay or buy tickets, which will delay your trip. • When taking photos, we should also pay attention to protecting the environment. Don’t pick flowers casually and don’t trample on farmland. Let’s travel in a civilized manner so that the beautiful scenery can be preserved forever.