Yangwatang Scenic Area

Yangwatang Scenic Area

Yangwatang Scenic Area

Yangwatang Scenic Area is located 60 kilometers upstream of the Kaiken River in the county seat, at an altitude of 1,700 meters. It is surrounded by mountains on all sides, with verdant peaks like dark ink paintings, emerald waters cascading like scattered pearls, misty clouds lingering in the air, and jagged peaks rising one after another. Tall poplar forests grow in the river valley, and the riverbed is covered with colorful pebbles. On both banks lie grassy meadows as green as velvet, where a variety of flowers bloom in vivid competition...

The mists and clouds of Yangwatang take on unique characteristics in each season: in spring, they shroud the landscape in a sea-like expanse; in summer, they appear majestic and dense, like silver plates scattered among the trees; in autumn, they resemble cotton and fluff, stretching endlessly; in winter, they blend seamlessly with the snow-capped mountains.

Stepping into Yangwatang, climb the high mountains at dawn, where sunlight filters through the mist, casting a rosy glow over the land. When mountain rain approaches, flashes of lightning pierce the silence of the forest, dark clouds churn overhead, and moments later, the rain clears, the mist dissipates, and the mountain village looks freshly washed, lush and glistening. At dusk, willow trees along the riverbank sway in the breeze, and the aroma of milk tea wafts from the herders’ yurts. In the deep silence of night, the green mountains and pine forests are bathed in darkness, while the bright moon hangs overhead, casting a translucent veil of moonlight over the landscape, making everything dreamlike. In Yangwatang, you can hike to Dabudiao and Xiaobudiao deep within the area, where you might be greeted by the endearing sight of a black bear, while wild goats peer curiously down from the distant cliffs. At night, light a bonfire, let your heart rise with the flames, and with the fire, become fully immersed in these majestic mountains.