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Sichuan | You have to visit Sichuan at least once to experience its unique slow-paced lifestyle.

Sichuan offers a wide variety of tourist attractions, including both natural and cultural sites. Here are some recommendations: Natural Attractions - Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area: This area is home to the colorful Wuhua Lake, which is known for its rich colors and gem-like appearance, the crystal-clear Long Lake, and the spectacular waterfall clusters, such as the Nuorilang Waterfall. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.  - Daocheng Yading: This area features magnificent snow-capped mountains, such as the three sacred mountains of Xianuoduoji, Yangmaiyong, and Xianairi, as well as tranquil lakes like Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake, and vast grasslands, creating a paradise on earth.  - Niubei Mountain: Known as the world's most impressive 360-degree viewing platform, this mountain offers panoramic views of Gongga Snow Mountain and other mountain ranges. The sea of clouds, sunrise, and sunset are breathtaking, and on clear days, you can even see the starry sky and the Milky Way.  - Mount Siguniang: Composed of four continuous snow-capped peaks, the mountain is steep and covered with snow all year round. In Shuangqiaogou, Changpinggou, and Haizigou, you can capture a variety of natural landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, meadows, forests, and streams.  Cultural Attractions - Leshan Giant Buddha: The world's largest stone-carved Buddha statue is majestic and complements the grand scenery at the confluence of three rivers. You can take photos of the entire Buddha and its details, as well as the surrounding mountains and rivers, from the Buddha's feet or the viewing platform.  - Dujiangyan: As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient water conservancy project is an outstanding example of ancient hydraulic engineering. The ancient water facilities and the clear river water create a picturesque scene, and you can also capture the rustic waterwheels and Nanqiao Bridge.  - Wuhou Shrine: This shrine is dedicated to Zhuge Liang and is the only temple in China that worships both a ruler and his ministers. Covering an area of 150,000 square meters, it consists of four parts: the Temple of the Han Emperor Zhaolie, Wuhou Shrine, Huiling Mausoleum, and the Temple of the Three Righteous Ones. The red walls, ancient cypress trees, and temple buildings exude a sense of history.  - Kuanzhai Alley: Composed of Wide Alley, Narrow Alley, and Well Alley, this area features traditional Western Sichuan residential architecture with gray walls and blue tiles. You can capture the ancient streets, specialty shops, and folk performances, and experience the leisurely lifestyle of Chengdu.
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Posted: Feb 15, 2025
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