Jiuzhaigou
is a deep valley of stunning natural beauty located in north Sichuan
that covers about 620 square kilometers and was declared a UNESCO
World Heritage site in 1992. The name Jiuzhaigou refers to the
9 Tibetan villages that are situated here. The valley has a wide
variety of inspiring scenery that includes lakes, waterfalls,
snowy mountains and lush green forests. The lakes, of which there
are more than 100, vary in size and shape and sparkle with color
in the brilliant sunlight.