Gulong Village: A Scenic Paradise Beyond Imagination

Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival in Gulong Village June in Western Sichuan is breathtakingly beautiful! 🥰 From the Ercai flowers and Sky Garden in Jiagenba to the creekside camping and golden sunrise in Gulong Village, every spot feels like stepping into a fairytale world. 📍 Jiagenba: The Romance of Ercai Flowers and the Sky Garden From late May to early June, Jiagenba transforms into a sea of Ercai flowers. The pristine white blossoms are scattered across the valleys, perfectly complementing the tender green barley fields. ✅ Tiwu Village: Navigate to the Tiwu Barley Manor in Jiagenba. Here, you'll find wooden walkways and a famous tree perfect for photos by the barley fields. ✅ Rieou Village: A quiet spot for creekside camping with fewer crowds and a distant view of Gongga Snow Mountain. ✅ Duorang Village: Near the Senyu Wood Cabin Homestay, the hillside is adorned with a mix of yellow wildflowers and Ercai flower fields. ✅ Along the Liqu River: The riverbanks are dotted with unnamed flower fields, wooden bridges, streams, and barley fields—every snapshot is a masterpiece. ✅ Sky Garden: Known as a 360° snow mountain viewing platform, this spot is even more stunning than Yuzixi! In summer, vibrant flowers bloom amidst green pine forests, colorful meadows, and alpine grasslands, all leading up to the snow-capped peaks—truly awe-inspiring. 📍 Gulong Village: Creekside Camping and Golden Sunrise Gulong Village, surrounded by streams, meadows, and snow mountains, is a paradise for camping enthusiasts⛺!! ✅ Creekside Camping: Bring your own gear or rent from locals. Enjoy a 180° panoramic view of Yala Snow Mountain. Camping by the snow mountain, falling asleep to the sound of babbling streams—pure bliss. ✅ Golden Sunrise: Arrive by the creek before 6:30 AM to capture the stunning reflection of Yala Snow Mountain's golden peak. In the evening, find a good vantage point in the village to quietly witness the golden glow of the mountain. 🗺️ Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Jiagenba Riche Village (Ercai flower viewing) → Sky Garden → Xinduqiao Day 2: Xinduqiao → Tagong Grassland → Gulong Village (camping, golden sunrise viewing) ❗ Tips ✔️ Weather in Western Sichuan is unpredictable, with significant temperature differences between day and night. Keep warm. ✔️ The UV rays are strong at high altitudes, so protect yourself from the sun. ✔️ There are no commercial facilities in the mountains, so bring enough warm clothing, food, and water. ✔️ If possible, bring a portable power source for added convenience. ✔️ Protect the environment and avoid littering.