[2025 Pingwu Attraction] Travel Guide for Viewing Platform of Tianmu Lake (Updated Jan)

❣️Tianmu Lake travel guide: 🚉Transportation • Self-driving: From Mianyang, go through Pingwu County and drive along National Highway 247 to reach Tianmu Lake. For example, the route from Jiangyou to Shajigou to Baxijia Ancient Village to Tianmu Lake. The road conditions are generally good, but some sections are mountain roads, so drive safely. • Public transportation: You can first go to Pingwu County, then transfer to a bus to Baima Tibetan Township, and get off near Tianmu Lake. However, you may need to walk or take a taxi to the scenic area after getting off. Attractions • Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform: Located near Shuiniu No. 1 Tunnel in Pingwu County, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tianmu Lake and the surrounding green mountains and valleys. • Shajigou: The only canyon accessible by car. At the end of the canyon, there is a popular waterfall and alpine meadow. Around the end of October, the colorful forest, canyon, and waterfall form a beautiful picture. • Hujia Valley: An alpine stream canyon behind Baxijia Ancient Village, surrounded by red leaves and colorful forests. You can hike or row a boat to enjoy the scenery. • Gaojia Mo Valley: With a developed water system but sparsely populated, it can only be explored by boat. The long rowing journey allows you to immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. • Baxijia Ancient Village: The first of the six villages in Baima Shangzhai, with many homestays. You can also experience the unique cultural customs of the Baima Tibetans, such as appreciating their costumes and participating in bonfire parties. Activities • Boating: Row a boat on Tianmu Lake and experience the wonderful journey of rowing in "Jiuzhaigou." Enjoy the crystal-clear lake water and the colorful forest and snow-capped mountains reflected in it. • Hiking: You can choose to hike in the three canyons, walk through the colorful forest, enjoy the natural scenery up close, exercise, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the outdoors. Best time to visit ⚠️Tianmu Lake is beautiful all year round, but the best time is from late October to early November in autumn. At this time, the colorful forest and snow-capped mountains complement each other, forming a picturesque scenery. ➕Notes • Some areas are under construction for the Jiumian Expressway, and road conditions may change. You can check the latest traffic information before traveling. • Tianmu Lake is not extensively developed, and the supporting facilities are not perfect. You need to bring your own food, drinking water, etc. • Protect the environment, do not litter, and do not damage natural landscapes and ecological environments. • Respect the customs of the local Baima Tibetans.

Chengdu-Jiuzhaigou-Dujiangyan, six days of non-stop fun! This super detailed guide will help you explore all three places. Save it now and start your Sichuan trip! . 🏃Itinerary: Day 1: Iron Bull Square -> Yuewang Tower On the first day, visit Iron Bull Square to experience the city's charm, then head to Yuewang Tower to enjoy the historical atmosphere. Day 2: Li Bai's Former Residence -> Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform On the second day, visit Li Bai's Former Residence to trace the footsteps of the great poet, then head to Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform to enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery. Day 3: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area -> Nuorilang Waterfall The natural beauty of Jiuzhaigou is mesmerizing, and the grandeur of Nuorilang Waterfall is not to be missed. Day 4: Huanglong Scenic Area -> Jinsha Pudi -> Huanglong Cave -> Five-Color Pond -> Red Army Long March Memorial Park The Huanglong trip is full of surprises, from scenic spots to historical monuments, making for a colorful day. Day 5: Dujiangyan Scenic Area -> Lidui Park -> Mount Qingcheng -> Kuanzhai Alley Visit the ancient Dujiangyan, enjoy the tranquility of Lidui Park, climb Mount Qingcheng to experience Taoist culture, and finally stroll through Kuanzhai Alley to savor the leisurely life of Chengdu. Day 6: Chengdu -> Mianyang Airport -> Jinan The trip ends perfectly, departing from Chengdu, via Mianyang Airport, and returning to Jinan. The city of brocade is full of flowers, and the capital of Shu is full of historical charm. Looking forward to seeing you next time! 🌟 . Must-see tips: 📸 Photo spots: Wuhua Lake and Long Lake in Jiuzhaigou, Baopingkou and Anlan Bridge in Dujiangyan. 🎭 Customs and traditions: Chengdu's teahouse culture, Tibetan song and dance in Jiuzhaigou, and the Water Releasing Festival in Dujiangyan. 🎁 Specialty prices: Shu embroidery in Chengdu and Tibetan ornaments in Jiuzhaigou are reasonably priced; tea in Dujiangyan is cost-effective. 💡 Tips: The climate in the plateau area is changeable, so prepare rain gear and sunscreen. Respect local customs and do not take photos of local residents without permission. . Come to Chengdu-Jiuzhaigou-Dujiangyan, enjoy the beautiful scenery and local customs, and don't forget to bring your camera to record your wonderful journey!

Closest place to Xi'an to see the beautiful scenery of Western Sichuan and Xinjiang Low altitude, no altitude sickness, perfect for kids Tested and approved: 2 days and 1 night is very relaxing 1️⃣ Day 1, high-speed train 🚅 from Xi'an to Jiangyou Station After arriving, we went to eat Chuanluo Fatty Intestines, which tasted good and was very popular. Then we drove to Baima Baxijia Ancient Village in Pingwu (be sure to exit at Baima Toll Station). If the highway exit is closed, you will have to exit at Mupi, and then drive on a bumpy road for a while. On the way, you will pass Tianmu Lake. We stayed overnight in the village, which is about 15 minutes from Wanglang Scenic Area. 2️⃣ On the second day, we left the homestay at 8:00 am. The ticket price for the scenic area is CNY 108. We took the shuttle bus at around 8:40 am. It takes about 30 minutes to get to Gan Haizi Scenic Area. The supply station is opposite to the Li Ziqi check-in point. It takes about 30 minutes to visit the whole place. Then you can walk to Baisha Valley, which is very primitive and easy to walk. We returned to the Gan Haizi supply station at around 1:00 pm and took the shuttle bus down. The road is not very wide, so we were afraid that there would be a traffic jam or a long queue if we went down later. Then we drove back to Jiangyou. Overall, it was very relaxing. We booked a high-speed train at 7:50 pm to return to Xi'an, and we had plenty of time.

Hey guys! Check out this guide to a 6-day tour of Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou, and Dujiangyan. Visit three places without missing a thing. Save this guide and don't miss out! / 🛤️Itinerary: Day 1: Iron Bull Square - Yuewang Tower On the first day, visit Iron Bull Square to experience the local culture, then head to Yuewang Tower to enjoy the city view. Day 2: Li Bai's Former Residence - Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform Visit the former residence of the great poet Li Bai to experience the cultural heritage, then head to Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform to enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain views. Day 3: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area - Nuorilang Waterfall Explore Jiuzhaigou to experience the beauty of nature. The spectacular view of Nuorilang Waterfall will leave you in awe. Day 4: Huanglong Scenic Area - Jinsha Pudi - Huanglong Cave - Five-Color Pond - Red Army Long March Memorial Park On your trip to Huanglong, from Jinsha Pudi to Five-Color Pond, every place is a masterpiece of nature. Don't forget to visit the Red Army Long March Memorial Park to experience the red culture. Day 5: Dujiangyan Scenic Area - Lidui Park - Mount Qingcheng - Kuanzhai Alley Experience the ancient wisdom of Dujiangyan, visit Lidui Park and Mount Qingcheng, and enjoy Chengdu's nightlife in Kuanzhai Alley. Day 6: [Goodbye Chengdu!] End your wonderful trip and return to Jinan from Chengdu via Mianyang Airport. 🌟The city of brocade is full of flowers, and the capital of Shu is full of history. See you next time! / Travel tips: 📸 Photo spots: Wuhua Lake and Long Lake in Jiuzhaigou, and Baopingkou in Dujiangyan are great places to take beautiful photos! 🎭 Local customs: Experience Tibetan activities and the rich Tibetan culture. Don't miss the Tibetan and Qiang-style evening party! 🍲 Food recommendations: Try yak hot pot, yak meat, and butter tea. Jiuzhaigou's specialties are waiting for you to try. ✈️ Airport transportation: Shuangliu Airport is closer to the city center, or you can take the airport bus directly to Chunxi Road for convenient travel. / 🎉We hope you enjoy the food in Chengdu, the views in Jiuzhaigou, and the history in Dujiangyan. Have a great trip!

🚔Self-driving Tour ✅️Depart from Mianyang at 15:00 on Friday, 👉Wanglang, arrive in about 3 hours. ✅️Return from Wanglang at 14:30 on Saturday ✅️You can see the colorful forest when you enter Pingwu, and see the colorful forest on a sunny day👍 ✅️Get off the expressway at Baima and pass Tianmu Lake, which is very large and blue. Get off the car and feel the beauty of Tianmu Lake👍 ✅️Wanglang National Forest Park, the scenic spot opens at 8:30, and the sightseeing bus starts at 8:50. Arrive at Gan Haizi in about 40 minutes ✅️There is a circular wooden plank road in Gan Haizi, the scenery is very good, with mountains, water, forests and snow ✅️The next supply station of Gan Haizi is Baisha Valley. 2.5 km one way, you can walk on the main road or the forest trail ✅️The altitude of Baisha Valley is 3,040 meters, there is a trail near the supply station, you can see the snow mountain by climbing up, the supply station also has postcards with stamps (CNY 5) and mailboxes ✅️Start hiking at 9:30, get on the bus to the scenic spot at 13:50, the whole time includes rest and lunch. ✅️Accommodation, this one is quite good, the dishes for dinner are also good, there is no heating and air conditioning in the room, but there is an electric blanket. ✅️Although driving is really tiring, I am still very happy😁

🗺️Travel exploration: 1⃣️Visit Tianmu Lake - The lake is clear and green like a gem, surrounded by mountains, making it more peaceful and serene. Legend has it that this is the holy place where the Holy Mother of Heaven bathes. Standing by the lake, you can hear the echoes of ancient times. 2⃣️Tianmu Lake Viewing Platform - From here, you can overlook the beauty of the entire Tianmu Lake. It is an excellent place to take beautiful photos! Don't forget to bring a wide-angle lens to capture the breathtaking scenery. 3⃣️Baxijia Ancient Village - Next to Tianmu Lake, this is a well-preserved Tibetan primitive village with ancient buildings and significant temperature differences between day and night. Don't forget to bring warm clothes. The "Flower Belt Inn" in the ancient village is very popular, and the hostess is warm and thoughtful. There is also a Tibetan-style Guozhuang dance party in the evening, with a lively atmosphere! - 🍝Food experience: In Baxijia Ancient Village, you must try the local specialties! Honey wine, high mountain organic roasted potatoes with chili powder, traditional bacon, and bacon rib soup, every bite is an ultimate enjoyment of taste! - 📸Photography tips: The light is softest in the early morning and evening, making it the best time to capture the lake and mountains. There are several viewing points by the lake, so choose a good location to take professional photos easily. The architecture and local customs of the ancient village are also elements that cannot be missed in photography. - ❗Travel tips: Tianmu Lake is at a high altitude, so pay attention to sun protection and warmth. When entering the ancient village, please respect local customs and communicate with residents before taking photos. Drive carefully when traveling by car, as the mountain roads are winding and pay attention to safety. Fujiang Cultural Tourism Card Partner Scenic Spot - Pingwu Baoen Temple, free to visit 12 times.

Colorful forests around Chengdu, encounter a stunning Norwegian forest! 🍁 🍂 Have you heard? There is a place around Chengdu where the colorful forests in autumn are as beautiful as walking into a Norwegian forest! 🌲 I'm talking about Tianmu Lake in Mianyang, a secret place that makes you feel relaxed and happy. Instead of squeezing into western Sichuan, we head north in the opposite direction and discover a more enchanting autumn fairy tale. - 🚗 Why choose Tianmu Lake? Departing from Chengdu, it takes less than three hours to reach this autumn treasure. Compared to the yellow leaves in western Sichuan, the colorful forests here are more vibrant, and the colorful forests along the way are dazzling. 🌈 - 🍂 How to play at Tianmu Lake? 📍 The blue lake water of Tianmu Lake, combined with the red leaves and colorful forests on both sides and the snow-capped mountains in the distance, is like a world in an oil painting. Here, you can row a boat and feel the poetic and picturesque scenery between the mountains and rivers. 📍 Baxijia Ancient Village, a simple and quiet place surrounded by red leaves, makes you feel like traveling back to ancient times. Here, you can experience the customs of the Baima Tibetan people and taste authentic Tibetan cuisine. 📍 "Hundred-mile Colorful Forest Corridor," the stunning autumn scenery on National Highway G247, where red leaves and autumn colors intertwine, making it hard to leave. - 🏞 Must-have equipment Remember to bring your drone and overlook the colorful forests and lakes from the air for a stunning view! 📸 Don't forget the wide-angle lens to capture the magnificent scenery of colorful forests and snow-capped mountains. If the weather is clear, the interplay of light and shadow in the morning and evening will create photos with rich layers. - 🍽 Food and accommodation There are many homestays of the Baima Tibetan people, but remember to book in advance to avoid missing out. In the evening, gather around the fire, taste local honey wine and roasted small potatoes, and feel the warm hospitality of the Tibetan people. - 🚗 How to get there Driving is a better option. Depart from Chengdu, take the Chengdu-Mianyang Expressway, and drive for about 3 hours. Or take the high-speed train to Mianyang and then transfer to Tianmu Lake. For those who don't want to drive, you can choose a local tour group to save time and effort. - 🕰 Best viewing time The first ray of sunlight in the morning is a good time to photograph colorful forests and snow-capped mountains. At this time, the mist is lingering, and the interplay of light and shadow between the mountains and rivers is the most charming. -

📷Attraction check-in 1. Tianmu Lake - The lake is clear and green, like jade, and the surrounding mountains make it even more tranquil. Legend has it that this is where the Heavenly Mother bathed. Standing by the lake, you can almost hear the call of the ancients. 2. Tianmu Lake Observation Deck - From here, you can see the entire Tianmu Lake. It's the perfect spot for a photo! Remember to bring a wide-angle lens to capture the stunning beauty. 3. Baxijia Ancient Village - Next to Tianmu Lake, this is a primitive Tibetan tribe. The ancient buildings have distinctive features. The temperature difference between day and night is large, so remember to bring a thick coat. The "Flower Belt Inn" in the ancient village is amazing. The landlady is warm and hospitable, and there is a Tibetan Guozhuang dance party at night, which is super atmospheric! Recommended food: In Baxijia Ancient Village, you must try the local specialty food! Honey wine, organic roasted potatoes with chili powder, old bacon and bacon rib soup pot, every bite is a feast for the taste buds! Photo tips: The light is softest in the morning and evening, making it the best time to take photos of the lake. There are several observation decks by the lake. Find a good angle and easily take a blockbuster. The architecture and humanistic style in the ancient village are also must-see elements. 💢Tips: Tianmu Lake is at a high altitude, so be sure to protect yourself from the sun and keep warm. Please respect local customs when entering the ancient village. It's best to communicate with the locals before taking photos. Please drive safely if you are on a self-driving tour. The mountain roads are rugged, so drive carefully.