Huanglong Scenic Area
July 7, 2026 at 7:39:06 AM
Huanglong Scenic Area, also known as the Huanglong National Park and commonly referred to as Huanglong, is located in Songpan County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, near the famous Jiuzhaigou. Renowned for its spectacular travertine pools, Huanglong is often described as a “Fairyland on Earth.” It is China’s only well-preserved highland wetland and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
Huanglong Valley ranges in altitude from 1,700 meters to 5,588 meters. Its peaks are snow-capped year-round and host the easternmost glaciers in China. The area features mineral-rich lakes, waterfalls, forests, and gorges, along with rich hot spring resources. Its diverse forest ecosystems provide habitats for rare wildlife, including giant pandas and golden snub-nosed monkeys.
