5A Tourism Area
Designated 2012
Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area
阿坝州黄龙风景名胜区
Sichuan, Aba★ 4.6Designated 2012·30.3193°N, 103.9382°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60; CNY 80; CNY 80
Duration
1 hour to 1 day
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
Designated
2012
About Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area
Huanglong (Yellow Dragon) Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its cascading travertine terraces, mineral pools, and limestone formations stretching 3.6km along a mountain valley. At 3,500+ meters elevation, its turquoise pools, snow-capped peaks, and ancient Buddhist temples create one of China's most surreal landscapes.
Highlights
Terraced travertine pools in golden color ('Yellow Dragon'); calcium-deposit lakes; snow mountains; the nearby Temple of Jade.
Suggested Route
Take the cable car up then walk down the boardwalk past the Five-Color Pools and floss; allow half a day.
Food & Lodging
Tibetan/Yi hotpot and yak meat; stay in Chuanzhusi town or Songpan.
Facilities
Cable car, boardwalks, oxygen stations and restrooms; high altitude - watch for altitude sickness.
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Opening Hours
Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.
Getting There
No metro; HSR to Huanglongjiuzhai Station (黄龙九寨站) or Songpan Station (松潘站), then shuttle to Huanglong; nearest airport Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport ~55 km.
Reservation
Advance online reservation required via Aba Tourism (abatour.com)/official WeChat '黄龙'; real-name, peak timed.
Ticket Price
CNY 60; CNY 80; CNY 80
Address
Abazangzuqiangzu Autonomous Prefecture Songpan County Pingsong Road Fujin
