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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. 13,2009 08:11 Reply
Mr.MASUKCHINA(Malaysia) said:
My wife and I have already booked our flight via AirAsia to visit Chengdu and then Jiuzhaiguo.
Can I know the following:-
1. What are the most reasonable hotels to stay in Chengdu. We are quite light travellers. Are there Youth Hostels inside Chengdu?
2. How can we travel to Jiuzhaiguo? What is the best way to get there?
3. What kind of accommodations are there in Jiuzhaiguo?
4. We will fly to Chengdu on 6th July 2010 and return from Chengdu on 11th July 2010.
Can anybody recommend the best way to spend this 6 days between Chengdu and Jiuzhaiguo?
Thank you very much.
Vincent.
Nov. 13,2009 20:42
Ms.CARMEN_01(France) replied:
Hello,Mr.MASUKCHINA
This is my answer to your questions, hope it may help.
1)There are Youth Hostels in Chengdu. Check Dragon Twon International Youth Hostel, Chengdu Traffic Youth Hostel, and Chengdu Dreams Travel International Youth Hostel.
2)You can transfer between Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou by air or bus.
The flight fare is RMB1000 and the journey time is 40 minutes. The bus fare is RMB125, and the journey time is about 10 hours. Flight is fast and expensive while bus is slow and cheap. I suggest you take flight as it is faster and safter than take bus.
3)You can find all kinds of hotels in Jiuzhaigou, ranging from five-star to one-star. Youth Hostels like Caogenrenjia and Langjiezhiju takes 30RMB to 80RMB, which is located just outside Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area.
4)About your route in Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou, here is my suggestion:
July.6th Chengdu: Wuhouci Dufucaotang
July.7th Chengdu: Qingchengshan Dujiangyan
July.8th Jiuzhaigou
July.9th Jiuzhaigou: Munigou
July.10th Jiuzhaigou: Huanglong
July.11th Chengdu: Wenshuyuan Chunxilu
Nov. 14,2009 12:50
Mr.MASUKCHINA(Malaysia) replied:
I want to thank Carmen 01 for giving me such a good advise.
As I have never been to these parts of China before except through the pages of the National Geographic Magazine recently (on Jiuzhaigou), please pardon me if I ask further questions which may sound like a hill-billy to seasoned travellers.
1. What is there to see in Wuhouci Dufucaotang? Will I be able to see the Giant Pandas there? Our flight will arrive in Chengdu at about 3 p.m on the first day.
2. What about toilets in Jiuzhaigou area. Are they tourist friendly. All these years, my wife is afraid to visit rural China because she heard that the toilets are not clean.
3. I can see that Carmen 01 has reccommended for us to see Jiuzhaigou for 3 days and Chengdu for 3 days. I have not heard about the scenic areas in Chengdu. Should I spend more days in Jiuzhaigou. The flight to Jiuzhaigou from Chengdu is so much more expensive than my flight from Malaysia to Chengdu. Maybe, I ought to spend more time in Jiuzhaigou . Is that reccommended?
I really appreciate Carmen's advise. Really. Thank you.
Nov. 16,2009 20:12
Ms.CARMEN_01(France) replied:
Hello,again.
It is definitely ok for you to spend more days in Jiuzhaigou. You may spend as long as 5 days to have a thorough visit.
As for what bothers your wife, i would say that toilets are better than before, but you cann't think highly of them.
If your point of this plan is Jiuzhaigou, you can skip Chengdu. However, Panda, as you said, is not a thing to miss. You may have a trip to Panda Research Center at Chengdu before or after your Jiuzhaigou trip.
2.
Nov. 13,2009 03:10 Reply
Mr.Pang(Malaysia) said:
We plan to go jiuzhaigou on late of December, my friend advise me not to go at that time because the snow and some road are close on December ( Huanglong ),is that true?
Nov. 13,2009 04:47
Ms.Carmen replied:
just listen to your friend. He or she is right.
Nov. 14,2009 07:08
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
Yes, it's cold in December and it might be snowing but most of the snow in Jiuzhaigou comes later. Huanglong will close at the start of December and won't open again until April.
It is a beautiful time in Jiuzhaigou though. All waterfalls are frozen.
3.
Nov. 11,2009 01:16 Reply
Mr.Gary Lim(Singapore) said:
How's the weather and climate like in the month of June at JZQ? Intend to visit during that period next year as I know it is pretty cold around this period now. Thanks
Nov. 11,2009 20:30
Mr.Grey replied:
Yes, you are right. It is pretty cold at present. The average temperature in June is around 18C to 20C.
Nov. 11,2009 21:29
Mr.Kai Wen(China) replied:
The mean temp given on the Jiuzhaigou website is around 17C - http://www.jiuzhai.com/language/english/info_climate.html
It can easily get up to 30 though but it's not humid at that altitude. It's a great time of year to visit I think. I've some great June photos!
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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.
5.
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.
6.
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.
7.
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.
8.
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
9.
Oct. 27,2009 22:21 Reply
Ms.Doris(Australia) said:
Sorry forgot to mention that we want to go there in May next year.
10.
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.