🌸Your First-Time Travel Guide to Puge County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture🌸
Hey travel lovers! 👋 Are you ready for an adventure in Puge County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture? I've got the perfect itinerary for your first-time visit! 🎒✨
Day 1: Explore Mount Luoji
📍Destination: Mount Luoji Scenic Area
🚗Getting There: If you're coming from Xichang, it's a scenic 2-hour drive through the beautiful Qionghai Lake. The road is smooth, and the views are breathtaking!
🎟️Tickets & Transportation: Purchase your tickets online to skip the queue. Once inside, take the shuttle bus to the cable car station (additional ticket required). The cable car ride is about 15 minutes, offering stunning views of the mountains and flowers.
🌸Hiking & Sights: Start your hike from the cable car station. The trail is gentle, and you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Black Dragon Pond, which shines like a sapphire under the sun. Continue your hike to explore other lakes and enjoy the lush greenery.
💡Tips:
- Bring a hat and gloves; it can be windy and cold at the top.
- Dress in layers for the temperature changes.
- Pack high-energy snacks and water for the hike.
Day 2: Discover Anha Yizhai Fairy Cave & Soak in Luoji 99 Li Hot Springs
📍Morning: Anha Yizhai Fairy Cave
🚗Getting There: Drive about 40-50 minutes from Dashiban to reach this stunning karst cave.
🎟️Tickets: Prices are around 45 yuan, with discounts for seniors.
🌈Exploration: Step into a fairy tale world of colorful stalactites and stalagmites. The cave is warm in winter and cool in summer, making it a perfect escape.
📸Photo Ops: Don't miss the golden pine needles and scenic surroundings for some amazing photos.
📍Afternoon & Evening: Luoji 99 Li Hot Springs
🚗Getting There: Drive to the hot springs, parking at the designated area near the entrance.
🎟️Tickets: Prices vary; morning and evening sessions are cheaper. Tickets include bathrobes, slippers, and locker usage.
🛁Soaking: The hot springs are divided into multiple zones. Start with the pool area, then head to the waterfall hot spring zone—the highlight of your visit. Don't miss the cliff-side hot spring; it's an adventure diving into a cave!
💡Tips:
- Bring your own swimwear, towels, and slippers.
- Pack snacks and water; there are no food vendors inside.
- Be aware of monkeys; they might try to snatch your food!
Where to Stay & Eat
🏨Lodging: Stay at the cozy Nuannuan Homestay in Xichang. Rooms are stylish and affordable, ranging from 100-180 yuan.
🍽️Dining: Try the delicious bean curd at Qingyuan Food Stall in Xichang for dinner. It's soft and flavorful, perfect after a long day of exploring.
That's it for your first-time travel guide to Puge County! 🎉 Whether you're hiking in Mount Luoji, exploring fairy caves, or soaking in world-class hot springs, there's something for everyone. Safe travels, and don't forget to snap some amazing photos! 📸✨
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