🌟 Core Highlights of the Scenic Area
· Mysterious Geographic Tag: Located at 30°N latitude, the same as the Egyptian pyramids and the Bermuda Triangle, known as the "China Bermuda," famous for legends of people and livestock disappearing and its misty wonders.
· Pristine Ecological Kingdom: Over 95% forest coverage, home to giant pandas, dove trees, and other rare flora and fauna, known as "Giant Panda’s Paradise, Dove Tree Kingdom."
· Geological Wonders: Alpine lakes, waterfall clusters, peak landforms, glacial relics, with distinct seasonal scenery and picturesque winter snow scenes.
· Yi Ethnic Culture: The Yi people have lived here for generations, preserving ancient customs and legends, adding a mysterious charm.
Basic Information
· Address: North side of Gujing Village, Heizhugou Town, Ebian Yi Autonomous County, Leshan City, Sichuan Province
· Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30 (last entry at 14:00)
· Tickets: 48 RMB/person (adult ticket), sightseeing bus 18 RMB/person (includes Malilengjiu + Beehive Rock)
🗺️ Classic Check-in Routes
🌸 Malilengjiu (Alpine Wetland Meadow)
· Route: Visitor Center → 15-minute sightseeing bus → Malilengjiu Entrance → Still Water Lake → Hand-in-Hand Bridge → Thousand-Year Silver Magpie Tree → Still Water Pasture → Viewing Platform (loop about 3 km, 2 hours walking)
· Highlights:
· Still Water Lake: Crystal-clear lake reflecting snow-capped mountains and meadows, perfect for shooting reflection photos in light-colored dresses.
· Still Water Pasture: Vast alpine meadow with leisurely cattle and sheep, layered distant mountains, ideal for aerial photography.
· Thousand-Year Silver Magpie Tree: Towering ancient tree covered with moss, experience the tranquility of the primeval forest.
· Photo Tips: Shoot in soft light during early morning or late afternoon, avoid harsh midday sunlight.
🌿 Beehive Rock (Primeval Forest Canyon)
· Route: Visitor Center → 10-minute sightseeing bus → Beehive Rock Entrance → Shimen Pass → Hand-in-Hand Cave → Sancha River Stream Trek → Shuxin Pavilion (loop about 2.5 km, 3 hours walking)
· Highlights:
· Beehive Rock Wall: Rock wall with round holes like a beehive, sunlight filtering through leaves creating dappled light and shadow.
· Sancha River Stream Trek: Clear stream with roaring waterfalls, hike along wooden plank paths, experience the depth of the "One Line Sky."
· Towering Ancient Trees: Centuries-old firs, dove trees, hemlocks, and other rare plants, abundant negative ions.
· Photo Tips: Wear non-slip shoes, capture dynamic shots of streams and waterfalls, use plank paths for composition.
🎢 Must-Do Activities List
1️⃣ Sightseeing Bus Tour: Connects Malilengjiu and Beehive Rock, saves energy, family-friendly.
2️⃣ Hiking Adventure: Challenge the Beehive Rock stream trek, traverse primeval forest, experience natural wilderness.
3️⃣ Yi Culture Experience: Visit Gujing Village or Didi Ancient Village, taste Tuo Tuo meat and sauerkraut soup, join bonfire parties.
4️⃣ Midu Grand Hotel Hot Springs: Forest cabin hotel inside the scenic area, soak in natural hot springs.
5️⃣ Azalea Sea (May-June): Tens of thousands of azaleas bloom on the east slope of Ma’anshan main peak, vibrant and colorful like a fairyland.
📸 Popular Check-in Tips
1️⃣ Still Water Lake: Wear light-colored dresses, shoot reflection photos with snow mountains as the background.
2️⃣ Still Water Pasture: Aerial panoramic shots capturing meadows, cattle, sheep, and layered distant mountains.
3️⃣ Beehive Rock Wall: Use light and shadow to photograph rock textures or capture dynamic stream and waterfall shots.
4️⃣ Gujing Village: Wear Yi ethnic costumes, interact with villagers, shoot cultural lifestyle photos.
5️⃣ Sunrise Sea of Clouds: Stay at Midu Grand Hotel, shoot the sunrise over Pyramid Peak and the sea of clouds in the early morning.
⚠️ Notes
· Safety First: Reduce outdoor activities in foggy weather, do not enter undeveloped areas without permission.
· Environmental Protection: Do not litter, protect the pristine ecology, do not feed wild animals.
· Avoid Peak Times: Weekends and holidays are crowded, it is recommended to enter before 9 AM.
· Dressing Suggestions: Wear windproof jackets in spring and autumn, sun protection and heat prevention in summer, keep warm and wear anti-slip in winter.
· Reservation Reminder: Sightseeing bus tickets must be purchased in advance, limited capacity in peak season, plan ahead.
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