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It is said that if there should be wonderlands on the earth, Jiuzhaigou Valley must be one of them. There is no equal elsewhere that has sceneries and fables of dreamlike eloquence, or natural purities like a fairyland as Jiuzhaigou Valley.
Jiuzhaigou Valley is located in Nanping County, 450 kilometers (about 280 miles) to the north of Chengdu City. Its name is due to the existence of nine stockaded villages of Tibetan origin, and it is always regarded as a holy mountain and watercourse by the Tibetan people.
Jiuzhaigou Valley is a great masterpiece of nature having dreamlike scenery and abundant natural resources. It combines blue lakes, waterfalls, verdant forests, snow-covered mountains, and the folk customs of the Tibetan and Qiang peoples.
This region covers more than 600 square kilometers (about 230 square miles), and includes areas such as Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, Zechawa Valley and Zharu Valley, etc. The main beauty spots such as calc-sinter lake groups, waterfalls, and other waterscapes, as well as 12 summits make Jiuzhaigou Valley a wonderful appearance.
Legend has it; that long, long ago the deity of mountain named Dago had a crush on the goddess Semo, and he gave a mirror that was made from wind and cloud to the goddess. However, the devil appeared and made trouble to Semo. Inadvertently, Semo broke the mirror into 108 pieces, which fell down to the earth and then turned to 108 colorful lakes. The lake is also called Haizi by local people.
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Travelers' Voices on Jiuzhaigou Valley
1.
Nov. 5,2009 00:22 Reply
Ms.lydia(singapore) said:
Hi,
Been reading up materials on juizhaguo in winter and its high altitude.
Wonder if its altitude will affect any normal healthy person cos I will be there at the end of Dec. with my 4year old for a holiday of fun in the snow.What percaution must I make for the trip to ensure a lovely time in the snow.
Nov. 5,2009 02:44
Ms.ADA_WATSON(China) replied:
Hello, Ms.lydia.
It may be a challenge for your 4-year-old. Actually, a safer place is available for you for a holiday of fun in the snow: Harbin. You may check about that.
Nov. 5,2009 07:50
Ms.lydia(Singapore) replied:
Hi Ms Watson,
Thank you for your reply and suggestion. I can't change the venue now as we have already booked for the tour.. Looks like we have to make the best out of it.I presume you are residing in China and would appreciate very much if you can give me some useful advice to make our trip an enjoyable one.
Nov. 5,2009 21:15
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
You should be ok regarding altitude. If it is a problem there is oxygen containers available at the park's medical centre. The day times can be very warm when they have blue skies - bring sun glasses, the glare off the snow can be very bright. Just dress for cold. Thermals, hats, scarves, gloves etc.
Zero degrees is not so bad. Other northern places get to -20!! That's cold.
2.
Oct. 27,2009 09:37 Reply
Ms.Lo(singapore) said:
i plan to go JZG end Jan. What's the temperature like during that time? Will many places be closed or the whole JZG is closed?? Besides JuiZai Paradise hotel, what's the other option of similar class in JZG? Can u recommend a travel agent too. thanks
Oct. 27,2009 20:58
Ms.Betty replied:
The average temperature in winter hovers between 0C (32F ) and 3C (37.4F). So, please keep yourself warm enough when you come here in winter.
Huanglong scenic and historic interest area is closed due to the heavy snow whereas the rest of JZG is open.
Jiuzhai Paradise is the top hotel in JZG. Another option of the similar class will be Sheraton Jiuzhaigou Resort.
Nov. 5,2009 21:09
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
In January the mornings and evenings are very cold. During the day in the sun shine it can be quite warm and you should have some sun protection. It can be cold in the shade though.
From Arrow Bamboo Lake to the Virgin forest in Jiuzhaigou will be closed. Some pathways are also closed but you can walk on the roads.
The Sheraton and Paradise are the only international standard 5* hotels.
3.
Oct. 22,2009 09:23 Reply
Mr.Lowidt(Israel) said:
we plan to travel from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong towards the end of November and stay for 2 days. Can you reccomend a decent hotel and what places are the best to see.
regards
david
Oct. 23,2009 04:37
Ms.Betty (China) replied:
Hello,Lowidt.
You may check out hotels like Sheraton Jiuzhaigou Resort, Xingyu International Hotel or Gesang Hotel. Recommended places are Rize Vally, Shu Zheng Vally, Muni Vally, Jinghai (Mirror Sea)and Wuhuahai (Five Flower Sea).
Nov. 5,2009 21:05
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
There is also a great home stay with a Tibetan family in a beautiful valley. Their e-mail is jiuzhaicooking@gmail.com There could be good deals in the hotels at that time if you check with travel agents in Chengdu.
4.
Nov. 2,2009 08:28 Reply
Mr.dorothy(singapore) said:
My family and I will be going to juizhaiguo during the X'mas holidays 2009.
Will it be very cold and what sort of winter clothings to bring as we don't want to be caught unprepared. we are bringing our 4 year old grandson along.
Nov. 2,2009 20:51
Mr.Terry replied:
Yes, it will be very cold. Wear feather down clothing, thick pants, thick boots, and thick socks. Anyway, it's cold and you shall be prepare both physically and mentally.
Nov. 4,2009 20:25
Ms.MAXXELLIBLOG_ADMIN(China) replied:
Hi,
It was already cold when I went to visit it in September so I guess it will be much colder in December! I would also suggest not to forget to recharge you camera battery (especially if you stay there several days) because the landscapes there are really beautiful.
5.
Oct. 27,2009 22:18 Reply
Ms.Doris(Australia) said:
We are planning to visit Chengdu and Jiu Zhai Gou by ourselves, are there anything we need to be aware? Also, what's the quality like for the youth hostel? Thanks
Oct. 28,2009 00:53
Mr.George replied:
Prepare some high altitude medicine and commonly used medicine. As for the youth hostel, read this website:
http://www.jzg77.cn/en_index.asp
6.
Oct. 27,2009 22:21 Reply
Ms.Doris(Australia) said:
Sorry forgot to mention that we want to go there in May next year.
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Sep. 26,2009 10:50 Reply
Mr.Michelle said:
Anyone stay at Jiu Zhai Tian Tang Hotel?
Is it very nice?
How is the shopping around Jiu Zhai Gou>
Oct. 14,2009 22:00
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
The Tian Tang (Jiuzhai Paradise Intercontinental) is a very nice hotel. It has its own nature reserve out the back as well! There is good shopping opportunities for Tibetan trinkets - make sure you bargain! You can get some nice Tibetan clothes made as well if you have the time.
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Oct. 6,2009 04:18 Reply
Mr.Huang(Australia) said:
Just wondering if it would just be as great looking as it is when I typed jiu zhai gou into google in december or so sinch my family is planning to go there. Of course the scenery is DIFFERENT but would it still be good? with the snow and all.
Oct. 14,2009 21:58
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
A picture speaks 1000 words! Check out the pictures on their website. It is certainly cold in the winter and a lot of places are closed but it is definitely worth a visit! http://www.travelchinaguide.com/picture/sichuan/jiuzhaigou/
9.
Oct. 14,2009 03:22 Reply
Ms.viviii(msia) said:
hi...can u advice me when the autumn will end this yr? winter start on which month & is it during end dec i can only see the ice layer for those water falls and lake?
Oct. 14,2009 04:51
Mr.Harry replied:
Winter always starts from December to next February and that's the time when it's possible for you to see snow and ice.
Oct. 14,2009 21:14
Ms.vivii(msia) replied:
how about early nov to end nov? what can i see in jiuzhaigou?
thks for ur advice
Oct. 14,2009 21:56
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
Autumn is likely to end around the start of November. There should be ice on the waterfalls from late November but the really heavy ice should be in January or February. 2009 has been a little colder than 2008 so it could happen earlier this year.
10.
Oct. 10,2009 03:20 Reply
Mr.de Cooker(Netherlands) said:
Thank you Ms. Melissa for the information. I have one further question. I can't find any information regarding bus times from Huanglong to Jiuzhaigou. Does anyone have information regarding departure times from Huanglong to Jiuzhaigou?
Thanx
Oct. 10,2009 03:54
Ms.Melissa replied:
Buses from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong operates from 06:00 to 07:30, while buses go back from Huanglong to Jiuzhaigou runs aound 15:00.
Oct. 14,2009 21:55
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
The only problem with the 15:00 bus is that it is passing by Huanglong from another destination on the way to Jiuzhaigou so it's not certain what time it runs at.