Changhai to Wucaichi [Must-visit places in Jiuzhai Valley National Park]

Changhai and Wucaichi are scenic areas with the highest altitude in Zezhawa Valley of Jiuzhaigou National Park. Changhai (Long Lake) not only has the highest altitude (approx. 3,100 m above sea level) but it is also the largest lake in Jiuzhaigou. It is a deep lake with clear water within a valley, with mountains at both sides, thus boast the most majestic view of Jiuzhaigou. There is a walkboard near to the water level beside the lake, which showcase view into the valley where the lake is. Colors of water seen were from green in the shallow, to dark green, blue green and navy blue as according to the depth of the lake. Wucaichi (Five-Color Pond) is one of the most popular scenic area with a considerably smaller, several meters deep lake. The water here is unbelievably crystal clear and surprisingly colorful with the main color theme being turquoise with green, yellow, red brown, blue and indigo found amongst, perhaps due to reflection of the surrounding vegetation, perhaps due to an interplay between water depth, and lake bottom structures and colors. It's not difficult to see why Wucaichi is so popular and so much loved by the people. There is only one recommended route of visit, that is to get down at Changhai bus stop, spend time visiting the Changhai scenic area (has toilets), then walk for several hundreds meters downstream to Wucaichi scenic area. After that, it is recommended to get out by boarding a sightseeing bus from Wucaichi bus stop (about 300 m downstream of Wucaichi scenic area) all the way out to Nuorilang Visitor Center, for transfer to other scenic areas. These two scenic areas are highly recommended when visiting Jiuzhaigou. Be sure not to over-exert yourself if you visit here since the altitude here is above 3,000 m. #china #travel #naturalwonders #thingstodo