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Dagu Glacier

Dagu Glacier lies near Sandagu Villge, in Heishui County, which is 280 kilometers (174 miles) from Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou. The glacier was relatively unknown until Japanese scientists discovered it in 1992 by using satellite imagery. Geologically, it is low in altitude and is a relatively young formation. Some people consider it to be one of the prettiest glaciers in the world.

Dagu Glacier covers an area of over 200 square kilometers (49,421 acres), with an altitude of 3,000-5,000 meters (9,843 - 16,404 feet). The glaciers are shaped in various forms, such as 'U'-type valleys, glacier cirques, moraine lakes, glacier waterfalls and caves. In addition to the glacier sights, there are spectacular snow-covered mountains, rocky highlands, alpine lakes, primitive forests, and green grasslands. The area is also a virtual paradise of flora and fauna, including rare wild animals, such as golden monkeys, small pandas, mossbacks, argals and golden pheasants.

The area is also famous for its historical and cultural sights. During the Long March of CCP (1934 - 1936), the Red Army had crossed the Yakexia, Changde and Dagu snow mountains, and 'The Site of Luhua Meeting' are just witnesses to that great event. Within the area there are also three Dagu Tibetan villages that are worth seeing. They are the Shang, Zhong and Xia Dagu Villages. They represent primitive simplicity at its finest.

Miyaluo

For travelers who are enthusiastic about red leaves, Miyaluo Scenic Area is the best choice. It is the largest and most spectacular red leaf scenic area in China, even over 180 times that of Xiangshan Mountain in Beijing. October - The golden autumn season is the best time to see Miyaluo's red leaves. But you'd better not choose the weekend when the scenic spot is too crowded.

The spot is located in Li County of Aba, and the very middle of Chengdu - Jiuzhaigou & Huanglong tourist line. It covers an area of about 3,688 sq km (911,324 acres), 75% of which being forests. Attractions of the area include Miyaluo Red Leaves, Guergou Hot Spring, Zhegu Snow Mountain, Bipeng Valley, Longdangou Waterfall. In the autumn, snow-clad mountains, river valleys, hot springs, forests, and red leaves form dreamlike scenery.

The human and cultural sight around the area is also worth seeing. There are also some Tibetan and Qiang villages and Buddhist Temples. In the Taoping Qiang Village you can appreciate the most primitive and complete art and culture of Qiang ethnic group. Travers can choose to stay in Miyaluo Town, Guergou or Li County. The lodging conditions range from starred hotels to guest houses.

 Transportation
A. Travelers can catch the bus there from the bus stations in Chengdu (Chadianzi Bus Station), Dujiang or Wenchuan. 
B. Buses to Hongyuan and Maerkang County will also pass the scenic area. You can stop at any of the above scenic spot. 
C. Travelers in Li County can take the bus to Maerkang County and get off at Miyaluo or hire a car there.

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  • At 21st September 2017, I and a friend want to visit Miyaluo after travelling from Huanglong but I stay a night at Songpan. Please give me advice : What is the bus schedule from Songpan to Wenchuan? How much is the ticket? Thank you for someone advice!

    Asked By HENRY HO (Indonesia) | Sep. 10, 2017 20:12
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