Which season is suitable for visiting Jiuzhaigou? Why is Jiuzhaigou called Jiuzhaigou?

Jiuzhaigou has the most typical natural ecosystem and is one of the core areas of biodiversity protection in my country. It is rich in animal and plant resources. The rich biodiversity in the area has very high scientific research value, protection value and tourism value. Are you also concerned about when is the best season to visit Jiuzhaigou? Let's take a look!

Contents of this article

1. Which season is suitable for visiting Jiuzhaigou?

2. Why is Jiuzhaigou called Jiuzhaigou?

3. Why is Jiuzhaigou called a natural zoo?

Which season is suitable for visiting Jiuzhaigou?

July to October is the best time to visit Jiuzhaigou for the following reasons:

Jiuzhaigou has beautiful scenery in all four seasons. In spring, young buds are green and waterfalls flow briskly; in summer, green shade surrounds the lake and birds fly and swallows dance; in autumn, red leaves cover the mountains and colorful forests are everywhere; in winter, snow covers the mountains and ice waterfalls are like jade. Jiuzhaigou has different scenery in all four seasons, including flowers and plants in spring, waterfalls in summer, red leaves in autumn and white snow in winter, all of which are amazing.

Spring: With the arrival of spring, the ice and snow in Jiuzhaigou melt, the spring water rises, the mountain flowers bloom, and the white snow on the distant mountains sets off a fairy tale world. The gentle and lazy spring sun kisses the lake and the spring buds.

Summer: In summer, Jiuzhaigou is hidden in the lush green shade. The colorful lakes and flowing water comb the green branches and water plants. The silver curtain-like waterfalls express the most unbridled passion of the four seasons. The gentle wind blows the prayer flags, the treetops, and your free mood like flowing water.

Autumn: Autumn is the most brilliant season in Jiuzhaigou. The colorful red leaves and colorful forests are reflected in the bright lake water. The colorful fallen petals float in the flowing light of the lake. The distant clear sky is blue and clear, and the most beautiful scenery created by nature fills the eyes.

Winter: In winter, Jiuzhaigou becomes particularly peaceful and poetic. The mountains and forests are covered in white, the waterfalls and lakes are pure and clean, and the ice on the blue lake changes into wonderful ice patterns in the temperature difference between sunrise and sunset. The thin streams between the frozen waterfalls make refreshing music.

The main scenic spots in Jiuzhaigou include: Baojing Rock, Bonsai Beach, Reed Sea, Five-Color Pool, Pearl Beach, Mirror Sea, Rhinoceros Sea, Nuorilang Waterfall, Sparkling Sea and Changhai.

The snow-capped peaks, one of the five wonders of Jiuzhaigou, radiate dazzling light against the blue sky, like brave warriors, guarding Jiuzhaigou throughout the winter. Standing in the distance and gazing, the towering snow-capped peaks, sharp and steep, with white snow, silver peaks and jade pillars pointing straight to the blue sky, are extremely magnificent.

The most beautiful Jiuzhaigou: October. Entering October, the temperature of the entire Sichuan Basin dropped sharply, and the colorful forests in major scenic spots in Sichuan quietly turned red amid the sound of "cold", colorful and dazzling.

Red leaf index:

Level I: (October 15-18) The leaf color change rate is 10% to 35%, and the leaves are in a yellowing state, which is more suitable for travel and viewing.

Level II: (October 18-22) The leaf color change rate is 35% to 60%, between red-yellow and orange-red, suitable for viewing.

Level III: (October 22nd - November 2nd) The leaf color change rate is 60% to 95%, all of which are deep red, dark red or purple-red, which is most suitable for viewing red leaves.

Why is Jiuzhaigou called Jiuzhaigou?

Jiuzhaigou is called Jiuzhaigou because, firstly, it is the bottom of a mountain valley with a depth of more than 50 kilometers, and secondly, there used to be nine Tibetan villages in the valley, namely Shuzheng Village, Heyezhai, Zechawa Village, Heijiao Village, Panya Village, Yala Village, Jianpan Village, Rexi Village and Guodu Village. The Tibetans in these nine villages have lived here for generations, and the name Jiuzhaigou has been passed down from generation to generation.

Jiuzhaigou has many reputations, such as "paradise on earth" and "fairy tale world". It is a world natural heritage, a national key scenic spot, and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. Its main attractions include Wuhua Lake, Changhai Lake, Nuorilang Waterfall, and Wucai Pool.

In addition to natural scenery, Jiuzhaigou also has plant, animal and other resources. Its main protected objects are giant pandas, golden monkeys, etc. There are 74 nationally protected rare plants and 18 nationally protected animals. It also has rich paleontological fossils, ancient glacial landforms and other landscapes.

Why is Jiuzhaigou called a natural zoo?

Jiuzhaigou is called a natural zoo because it is home to many precious animals such as giant pandas, golden monkeys, takins, etc. There are 18 national first- and second-class protected animals, as well as various other types of animals. It has rich biodiversity, so Jiuzhaigou is also an important wildlife nature reserve in my country.

The main protected objects of Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve are rare animals such as giant pandas and golden monkeys. In addition, its natural ecological environment also needs to be maintained by people together. Only when humans and nature live in harmony can the animals here have a better living environment and promote harmonious coexistence between man and nature.

In addition to animals, Jiuzhaigou also has 74 rare plants under national protection. The forest coverage rate here is as high as over 80%, there are 38 kinds of vines, and there are various precious Chinese herbal medicines, such as Cordyceps sinensis, Snow Lotus, Fritillaria cirrhosa, etc. You can also see Sichuan redwood, starleaf grass and lianxiang tree.