Come to Aba Prefecture for the May Day Holiday! N Hidden Gems You Can't Miss!

Go! Go! Go!

The long-awaited May Day holiday,

is finally coming!

I believe everyone can hardly wait to take off~

The latest epidemic prevention measures in Aba Prefecture are out!

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Especially for those entering (returning to) the prefecture from within the province,

who have had no local positive COVID-19 cases in the past 14 days

in their county (city, district),

after checking the green health code and communication itinerary card,

they can move freely.

Vast grasslands, turquoise lakes,

towering snow mountains, endless colorful ponds, ancient glaciers—

countless landscapes gather in May.

At this time, Aba Prefecture is just beautifully perfect.

Set off for the May Day holiday now!

/ Picturesque mountains and rivers, enjoy a feast in May /

No matter the season, Jiuzhaigou is always the "moonlight" in travelers' hearts.

Under the bright sun, everything grows wildly: rolling forested mountains, slightly tender green leaves, deep blue lakes… Countless colors brew an elaborate "invasion" in May.

【Hidden Gem】Besides enjoying the landscapes of Jiuzhaigou, you can also encounter blooming mountain flowers everywhere—red, purple, yellow, pink… infinite colors.

/ Dreamy late spring, encounter the continuous "Jade Pool" on earth /

Among the rolling mountains, there are clear and colorful ponds and dazzling ice waterfalls, shimmering with golden light under the sun.

There is no hustle and bustle here; everything lives in its own way. This is the irreplaceable paradise on earth—Huanglong.

Admire colorful ponds, enjoy the warm sun, appreciate rhododendrons… Go to Huanglong to embrace the first colors of May.

【Hidden Gem】Huanglong's hidden beauty—Huanglong Cave, filled with countless stalactites, a masterpiece of nature.

/ The Alps of the East, a paradise for photography /

The weather is clear, the spring light is beautiful. Siguniang Mountain is also a must-visit this holiday.

Here there are majestic and elegant snow mountains, crystal-clear lakes of various colors, soft green meadows, and grazing cattle and sheep…

【Hidden Gem】Hiking: hike all the way to the snow mountains, enjoying an ultimate challenge to yourself.

/ 4860m, meet the nearest distance /

Dagu Glacier, known as "the nearest distance," naturally has its unique charm.

You can explore the ancient glacier of billions of years, or play in the snow in May;

or simply relax and take an immersive hike, watching lakes and forests;

or perhaps pursue romance, watching the sea of clouds and sunrise at 4860 meters above sea level…

【Hidden Gem】Ride the "world's highest passenger cable car," drink the "world's loneliest" coffee, capture the five-star red flag atop thousands of meters of mountain peaks, make a promise with your loved one at Tear Lake… Dagu Glacier has too many hidden gems.

/ Touch a pearl of Eastern architecture /

Zhuokeji Tusi Official Village was built in the Qing Dynasty, an official village with a long history. It can be said to be a pearl in Eastern architectural history.

The official village is built against the mountain, with the whole structure consisting of four groups of watchtowers forming an enclosed courtyard. The center is a courtyard, with a single-floor area of 1500 square meters, very grand.

Take a stroll through the official village during May Day to get a glimpse of the Tusi culture from a hundred years ago.

【Hidden Gem】Right opposite Zhuokeji Tusi Official Village is Xisuo Folk Houses. After visiting, you can experience the most rustic human world.

/ Peaks like knives, instantly travel to another world /

Walking through Lianbaoyeze, watch the clouds drifting between fantastic peaks, sometimes like spaceship battles in Star Wars, sometimes like the end of the world in Noah's Ark.

Those who have been here say: "This is a world and art palace of magnificent strange peaks and rocks."

【Hidden Gem】Check out the stone-born tree—a giant cypress growing from the heart of a boulder, strong and upright.

/ Escape from city noise, listen to the wind and watch the grassland /

Vast fields, endless expanses, green grass like a carpet…

Flower Lake, with light green showing vitality, clusters of wildflowers colorful, and living creatures like scattered pearls on the grassland.

Let go of all worries, run wild, let the countless beautiful scenes soothe your life.

【Hidden Gem】Bird watching: Flower Lake is one of the best nesting grounds for rare wild birds. So bird lovers, don't miss it~

/ Enjoy the grand view of the First Bend of the Yellow River /

"Do you not see, the Yellow River's waters come from the sky, rushing into the sea and never return."

Go to the First Bend of the Yellow River, see the "S"-shaped yellow river flowing from the horizon under the blue sky and white clouds, picturesque.

【Hidden Gem】Catch the sunset: Wait until evening at the highest viewing platform to record the sunset grandeur of the Yellow River's first bend.

/ Embrace the freedom of the grassland wind /

Watch the clouds on the horizon, the wind nearby,

watch leisurely yaks, galloping horses,

watch the river flow slowly, time quietly slows down…

In Hongyuan, what attracts people most is undoubtedly Moon Bay.

【Hidden Gem】Off-road, horseback riding, archery… Moon Bay has set up many recreational activities, allowing you to experience the romance of the grassland all at once.

/ Let's go, pet the "cats"! /

Wolong China Giant Panda Garden is located in Gengda Town, Wenchuan. Every May Day it welcomes a large number of tourists because a group of "global top internet celebrities"—giant pandas—live here.

Petting a giant panda will instantly fill your May Day healing meter.

【Hidden Gem】Also in Gengda Town, there is a lesser-known and scenic light hiking spot—Panda Meadow.

/ Stunning landscapes, enjoy a passion /

Wenchuan Special Tourist Area consists of Yingxiu, the epicenter, Shuimo Ancient Town, and Sanjiang Ecological Tourist Area. The scenery is beautiful, with profound historical and cultural heritage and diverse ethnic cultures.

The "5·12" Wenchuan Earthquake ruins, relics, and the earthquake museum have been designated by the Central Propaganda Department as a National Patriotic Education Base, serving as an important window to display the spirit of earthquake relief and achievements in post-disaster reconstruction.

【Hidden Gem】The greenhouse cherries in Zhouda Village, Bazhou Town, Wenchuan, are already ripe. May Day is just the right time to pick them.

/ Stunning landscapes, enjoy a passion /

Snow mountains, meadows, lakes, valleys, waterfalls… Go to Bipenggou, freely enjoy the romance given by nature.

【Hidden Gem】In May, the first batch of rhododendrons in Bipenggou are blooming. Going during the holiday, you'll just catch the flowering season.

/ Paradise on earth, fairyland /

Go to Songpinggou to enjoy a visual feast of stunning lakes~

Songpinggou is 39 kilometers long, with 6 lakes of varying shades of blue embedded in the first 15 kilometers, especially Baisai Village Lake, Baishi Lake, Mo Lake, and Wucai Pond, which are exceptionally beautiful.

【Hidden Gem】In Songpinggou, there is also a treasure ancient town—Diexi Ancient Town. Visit it to experience the unique charm of a plateau ancient town.

/ The place where fairies bathe /

Shenxianchi Scenic Area is located in Dalu Township, Jiuzhaigou, facing Jiuzhaigou from afar. In Tibetan, it is called "Nen'en Sangcuo," meaning the place where fairies bathe.

The entire scenic area is surrounded by vast primeval forests, with over ten peaks above 4000 meters, winding deep streams, shrouded in clouds and mist, giving an ethereal, mysterious, serene, and remote feeling.

【Hidden Gem】Aerial photography: Shenxianchi is a rare scenic area combining the landscapes of Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong. With high mountains and deep valleys, aerial photography best captures its beauty.

All the beautiful scenery is ready.

Come to Aba Prefecture this May Day~