The Current State of Jiuding Mountain Under Siege by Tens of Thousands – I Really Don't Want to Come Back!

Third Visit to Jiuding Mountain🌄 I'm seriously never coming again!🙅‍♀️ This time was truly terrifying... Each visit has more people than the last, and this weekend was absolutely a "tens of thousands siege" level. Friends planning to go on weekends, think carefully! 🅿️About Parking: Zero management whatsoever😓 Traffic jam uphill: at least 3 hours Same nightmare going downhill 🚶‍♀️About Hiking: Up the mountain? Crowded and slow. Down the mountain? Even worse. It’s basically a massive morning workout session💦 BUT! The scenery is absolutely breathtaking! 🌸Alpine flower fields so beautiful they take your breath away ☁️Rolling sea of clouds like a fairyland 📸Every shot is insta-worthy Tips: 1️⃣Aim for perfect weather (check forecasts in advance) 2️⃣Avoid weekends if possible (weekend warriors, ignore this😭) 3️⃣Non-slip shoes are a MUST (don’t ask how I know) 📍Location: Jiuding Mountain, Maoxian County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan 🎫Ticket: Free (completely wild scenic spot) ✨Despite all the complaints... If you’ve never been, Go while it’s still... somewhat manageable!