The most beautiful self-driving route in Sichuan Sichuan self-driving route recommendation

Sichuan is a province rich in unique geographical and cultural characteristics. It is not only culturally creative, but also extremely attractive in terms of geographical features and natural environment. It spans different terrain features and is an ideal place for self-driving tours. Let’s introduce it in detail below.

1. The best route one: Chengdu-Jiuzhaigou

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It can be called the world Take a classic self-driving route with stunning scenery. From humanities to nature, from glaciers to grasslands, it is all included, and you can also feel the unique Tibetan and Qiang customs.

The first stop is Dujiangyan, which is the oldest and only surviving one in the world that is still in use and features no dam to divert water. It embodies the diligence, bravery and wisdom of the ancient Chinese working people. This also makes the Chengdu Plain known as the Land of Abundance.

Starting from Dujiangyan, passing through Wenchuan, and driving 57 kilometers along the G317 National Highway, we arrived at Li County, a place with high mountains, deep valleys and beautiful scenery. There is Taoping Qiang Village, a simple, mysterious, unique and orderly Qiang ancient dwelling that looks like an ancient castle. It is the most complete Qiang architectural art in the world.

Then turn from the G317 national highway to the S209 provincial highway and you can reach the Hongyuan Prairie. There are green grasslands, black and white tents, and black spots of cattle, sheep and horses.

Ruoergai Grassland is located near Hongyuan, like a magnificent emerald inlaid on the border of northwest Sichuan. Known as the "Oasis of the Northwest Sichuan Plateau", it is one of the three major wetlands in China.

The first bay of the Jiuqu Yellow River, located in the center of the Zoige Grassland, is wide and winding, with gentle and soothing water flow.

If you drive through Ruoergai, go straight to Jiuzhaigou. Since the 1998 earthquake, Jiuzhaigou, which has been reopened, still exudes its unique charm.

"When you come back from Jiuzhaigou, don't look at the water" is a true interpretation of the scenery of Jiuzhaigou. There are 108 lakes including springs, waterfalls, rivers and beaches, which constitute the colorful jade basin of Yao Chi. The six major landscapes of Changhai, Jianyan, Nuorilang, Shuzheng, Zharu and Black Sea are distributed in a "Y" shape. Green sea, waterfall, Cai Lin, snow peak, navy blue and blue ice are known as the "six wonders". The magical Jiuzhaigou is known as the "Fairy Tale World" and "The King of Waterscapes" by the world.

2. Best route two: National Highway 318 Sichuan-Tibet Line

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All the way west from Chengdu, past Ya'an, not far from Hailuogou.

Hailuogou, located at the foot of Gongga Snow Peak, is famous for its low-altitude modern glaciers. Gleaming modern glaciers cascade from high valleys; huge ice caves and steep ice bridges feel like the mythical Crystal Palace.

Xinduqiao, located at the intersection of the north and south lines of Highway 318, is a fascinating "photography paradise" with magical light, boundless grasslands, winding creeks, golden poplars, undulating Mountains, scattered Tibetan villages, cattle and sheep grazing peacefully. The scenery of the western Sichuan plain is blooming and beautiful.

After leaving Sichuan, we arrived at Ranwu Lake in Qamdo. Huran Lake is the main source of the Brahmaputra River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra River. There is the famous Lagu Glacier in the north, which extends into the lake.

Beside the lake are green meadows and verdant crops. On the mountainside beside the lake is a vast forest. On the top of the mountain are colorful rhododendrons and shrubs. On the top of the mountain are peaks covered with snow all year round. Worth a look.

When you arrive in Linzhi, you are not far from the end of Lhasa, but Linzhi is also a treasure house with many extreme scenery. Linzhi is transliterated from the Tibetan word "Nichi" or "Niangchi", which means "the throne of the Niangchi family or the throne of the sun" in Tibetan.

The Midui Glacier, the six most beautiful glaciers in China, is here. Midui Glacier is famous for its beautiful arched structure and is a rare natural wonder. With snow all year round, the scenery is magical and charming. The glaciers are as clear as jade, the scenery is beautiful, and the shapes are different, which is fascinating. The snow never melts all year round, and the gloomy forest is evergreen all year round. She wears a silver handkerchief on her head and a green skirt.

Then there is Lulang Linhai in Bayi County. Langzang means "Dragon King Valley" and is located in Switzerland, known as the "Snow Land". Located in deep mountains and old forests, it is known as "Tibet Jiangnan".

Here you can also see the Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon, the deepest on earth. Just looking at it is shocking enough.

Finally, we arrived in Lhasa. Lhasa is famous for its beautiful scenery, long history, unique customs and strong religious color. There is also the famous Potala Palace, where many devout people can go to worship. We must pay attention to respecting local Tibetan customs and habits.

3. Best route three: Northwest

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Start from Chengdu , heading towards Lanzhou. After arriving in Lanzhou, you can experience the local barbecue snack, Lanzhou Ramen. Continue walking northwest.

After arriving at Zhangye Danxia, ??you can see the magnificent, peculiar and colorful Danxia landform.

Not only does she have the weirdness and danger of ordinary Danxia, ??but her color is more beautiful. Within an area of ??more than 10 square kilometers, there are many bright colors, such as red, yellow, orange, green, white, blue-gray, gray-black, gray-white, etc. It is gorgeously decorated with countless ditches and hills, like a colorful fairy tale world.

You can also take a hot air balloon ride to view the entire Zhangye Danxia landscape from a high altitude.

After arriving in Dunhuang, you can also see the Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, which were built during the Sixteen Kingdoms period. Its mural art is rich and colorful, including various Buddhist stories, mountains and rivers, pavilions, landscapes, flower patterns, flying Buddha statues and various scenes made by the working people at that time. It artistically reproduces the folk customs and historical changes of more than 1,500 years from the Sixteen Kingdoms to the Qing Dynasty, and is magnificent.

Crescent Moon Spring is located at the northern foot of Mingsha Mountain, 5 kilometers southwest of Dunhuang City, Gansu Province. It is particularly unique in the desert. Throughout the ages, it has been famous for its "desert wonders" and is known as "one of the scenic spots outside the Great Wall". The Crescent Spring, the nine-story building of the Mogao Grottoes, and the artistic landscape of the Mogao Grottoes are the "three wonders" of Dunhuang Nanlian.

Mingshan Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring are twin sisters in the Gobi desert. "Mountains are named for their spirituality, and waters are named for their divine beauty." There is a feeling of "singing the sand mountains for joy, and the Crescent Moon Spring washing the heart". You can also experience camel riding here.

After leaving Gansu and entering Qinghai, there is also an emerald lake.

The color of the lake water is not single, including emerald green, mint blue, amber, and milky white. Viewed from above, it looks like a gem embedded in the ground. If you enter from the north, you have to go deep into the south where you will find the largest lake. The lake and the scenery are integrated into one, and the scenery is breathtaking.

From Dachaidan, Chaka Salt Lake, and finally to Qinghai Lake. Because it is the largest inland lake and saltwater lake in China, it really looks like it is on the seaside from a distance. When the rapeseed flowers are in full bloom, they are even more beautiful.

4. Best route four: Yunnan

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Xichang is known as a small town It is known as "Spring City". Warm in winter and cool in summer, the four seasons are like spring, with mountains and rivers.

Qionghai is the second largest freshwater lake in Sichuan. It is shaped like a snail and is known for its quietness. The scenery is different in each season. In spring, the sky is filled with water and palladium, and the sky is blue above and below. Endless water shines in the green mountains. "The ship is sailing in the blue waves, and people are traveling in the world of painting." Willow eyebrows and peach cheeks are on the shore, and swallows are murmuring.

When you arrive at Luoji Mountain in Xichang, you can enjoy the fairyland-like hot springs in the mountain. The barbecue in Xichang is also worth a try.

After passing Xichang and heading southwest, we enter Yunnan. Dali is the first stop on this route. Erhai Lake is named after its shape that resembles a human ear. It is also very interesting to stop here and ride on Erhai Lake.

After arriving in Lijiang, the first place is Lijiang Old Town. Like many ancient cities, Lijiang Old Town retains local ethnic architecture and costumes. There are also many colorful braids on the roadside, and girls’ hair looks particularly beautiful. In addition to the ancient city, you can also see Jade Dragon Snow located here.

Go north to Lugu Lake, the highest lake in Yunnan Province and the third largest deep-water lake in China. Lugu Lake is embedded in the mountains like a mirror, surrounded by Mosuo people, Yi people, and Pumi people. The beautiful natural environment and unique ethnic customs make people linger here.