Natural Creation - A Stereoscopic Gallery of Four Peaks and Three Gullies
The rich landscape layers of Mount Siguniang are unparalleled in western Sichuan. The core can be summarized as "four peaks and three valleys": the four snow peaks are the soul, and the three valleys unfold this painting from different angles.
Holy Four Peaks - The Soul of the Skyline
Yaomei Peak: With an altitude of 6250 meters, it is the second highest peak in Sichuan. With its steep rock walls, perfect pyramid mountain shape, and enormous climbing difficulty, it is known as the "Eastern Alps" and is a technical hall for professional climbers. Its huge northern wall is particularly spectacular.
Sanguniang Mountain: With an altitude of 5355 meters and a beautiful mountain shape, it is a popular target for novice technical mountaineering.
Mount Erlang: With an altitude of 5276 meters and a relatively gentle slope, it is the "first 5000 meter snow mountain in life" for many hiking enthusiasts.
Daguniang Mountain: With an altitude of 5025 meters, the mountain is the most approachable and suitable for hikers with good physical fitness to experience high-altitude hiking.
Essence, Three Trenches - a three-dimensional exhibition hall of scenery
Shuangqiaogou: The most well-developed and easily accessible valley for sightseeing. The whole journey can be reached by sightseeing bus, along which dozens of scenic spots can be seen, such as Yin Yang Valley, Sun Moon Mirror, Wuse Mountain, Hunter Peak, Eagle Mouth Rock, Ginseng fruit Ping, etc. Here, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Mount Siguniang and it is also an excellent place to capture the reflection of the snow capped mountains (in Bonsai Beach and Sigunacuo).
Changpinggou: a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The ancient trees in the valley are towering, and the primitive forests are densely covered, making it the core area for hiking through Mount Siguniang. Starting from the Goukou Lama Temple, passing through the Insect Foot Waterfall, the Dry Tree Beach, and finally reaching the Wooden Mule Camp, one can admire the magnificent figure of Yaojie Peak along the way. This is the starting point for hiking to Bipenggou (Long Crossing Bi).
Haizigou: The most adventurous and primitive valley. The entire journey requires horseback riding or hiking, and is known for its high mountain lakes and open alpine meadows. The famous Huahaizi and Dahaizi are set like gems among the mountains, and Chaoshanping is a traditional place for worshipping Mount Siguniang and a classic location for capturing panoramic views of the four peaks.
Secret Realm Creatures - Plateau Ecosystem
From an altitude of 3000 meters to over 6000 meters, the vertical drop brings a complete vegetation belt spectrum from temperate to cold regions. At the turn of spring and summer, the valleys are covered in green grass, and wildflowers such as rhododendrons, gentians, and artemisia bloom in the mountains. This is also an important habitat for rare animals such as giant pandas, golden monkeys, snow leopards, and takins.
Humanistic Craftsmanship - The Wisdom of Jiarong Tibetan Mountain Dwellings
The Mount Siguniang area is one of the main settlements of the Jiarong Tibetan people, where the relationship between humans and nature presents a unique harmony.
Residential houses and watchtowers: scattered in mountain valleys, Jiarong Tibetan villages are mostly built with stones and wood, square and thick, with white stones often placed at the four corners of the roof. The ancient stone watchtower has weathered storms and witnessed history and faith.
Chaoshan Festival and Burning Mulberry: Every year on the fourth day of the fifth lunar month, a grand "Four Girls Mountain Chaoshan Festival" is held in the local area. Tibetan compatriots dress up in costumes and bring sacrificial offerings to Chaoshan Ping in Haizigou to express their respect and blessings to the sacred mountain through chanting sutras, burning mulberry, and spreading dragon seeds.
Outdoor Culture Town: Siguniangshan Town (formerly known as Rilong Town) has developed from a small village to a well-known "outdoor town" both domestically and internationally. This place gathers professional mountain climbing collaborations, outdoor equipment stores, themed inns, and restaurants, forming a unique mountainous cultural community.
Photography tips:
Yaojie Peak Golden Summit: At sunrise, at the Cat Nose Bridge Observation Deck, waiting for the first ray of sunlight to dye the peak of Yaojie Peak red.
Changpinggou Forest Secret Realm: In the withered tree beach of Changpinggou, use the water surface and withered trees as the foreground to capture the reflection and autumn colors of Yaomei Peak.
Haizigou Starry Sky Galaxy: On a clear summer night, in the flower sea of Haizigou or Chaoshanping, you can take pictures of the snow capped mountains and the dazzling Milky Way in the same frame.
