Western Sichuan, Mount Siguniang | Explore the "Oriental Alps"

⛰️ Mount Siguniang is composed of four continuous snow-capped mountains, namely Yaomei Peak, Sanguniang Mountain, Erguniang Mountain, and Daguniang Mountain. Yaomei Peak is 6,250 meters above sea level, the second highest peak in Sichuan Province, and is known as the "Oriental Alps". The scenic area is divided into Shuangqiao Valley, Changping Valley, and Haizi Valley, each with its own characteristics, suitable for hiking, photography, and outdoor exploration. 🌈 Best time to visit: May to October, the climate is pleasant, suitable for hiking and sightseeing. October to November, the autumn scenery is charming, with red leaves and snow-capped mountains complementing each other. December to March, the winter snow scenery is spectacular, suitable for skiing and snow hiking. 🚉 Transportation guide: Plane ✈️ Fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or Tianfu International Airport, then take a bus or charter a car to Mount Siguniang Town. Bus 🚌 There are direct buses from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station to Mount Siguniang Town. Self-driving 🚗 or join a multi-day tour group. 💰 Scenic area tickets: Shuangqiao Valley: Ticket 80 yuan/person, sightseeing bus 70 yuan/person. Changping Valley: Ticket 70 yuan/person, sightseeing bus 20 yuan/person. Haizi Valley: Ticket 60 yuan/person. ❤ Recommended reasons: 🔸 Shuangqiao Valley is the most developed, suitable for easy sightseeing, with sightseeing buses, and the main attractions are the redwood forest, Potala Peak, and Siguniang Lake. 🔸 Changping Valley is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts, suitable for beginner to intermediate hiking. 🔸 Haizi Valley is primitive and natural, suitable for adventure and camping. 🗓 Itinerary: ✔️ Two-day tour Day 1: Depart from Chengdu, visit Shuangqiao Valley in the afternoon, and stay overnight in Mount Siguniang Town. Day 2: Visit Changping Valley in the morning, and return to Chengdu in the afternoon. ✔️ Three-day tour Day 1: Depart from Chengdu, visit Shuangqiao Valley in the afternoon, and stay overnight in Mount Siguniang Town. Day 2: Hike in Changping Valley all day, and stay overnight in the valley or return to the town. Day 3: Visit Haizi Valley in the morning, and return to Chengdu in the afternoon. 🍱 Dining recommendations: Tibetan hot pot: Mainly made of yak meat, Tibetan fragrant pork, etc., with delicious soup and rich nutrition. Butter tea: Traditional Tibetan drink, with a rich taste, can relieve altitude sickness. Highland barley wine: Tibetan specialty wine, with a unique flavor. 📝 Note tips: 🔹 Avoid strenuous exercise when you first arrive at the plateau, and bring an oxygen tank. 🔹 The weather in the mountains is changeable, so prepare warm clothes and rain gear. 🔹 It is recommended to hike with companions, avoid acting alone, and pay attention to road conditions. 🔹 The ultraviolet rays in the plateau area are strong, so take sun protection measures. 🔹 The temperature difference between day and night in the plateau area is large, so prepare warm clothes.