Little Jiuzhai on Long Mountain - Zheyang Mountain

【If you’re not going to Jiuzhai, come to Zheyang Mountain! The Little Jiuzhai on Long Mountain, this secret paradise is breathtakingly beautiful, hiding stunning natural scenery beyond your imagination!】🍃 When it comes to China’s dreamlike landscapes, Jiuzhaigou is definitely the top destination, but did you know? Zheyang Mountain in Longnan, Gansu, is known as the "Little Jiuzhai on Long Mountain," amazing countless travelers with its pristine secret scenery and fewer crowds! If you have a limited budget and want to avoid crowds, this is definitely your escape paradise! Today, let’s unlock this hidden treasure with a practical 3-day, 2-night guide right here👇📍【3-Day, 2-Night Travel Highlights Guide】 Day 1: Canyon Wonders & Blue Lakes Check-in🚶‍♂️ Morning: Hike through Zheyang Mountain Canyon, where waterfalls and unique rocks make you feel like you’ve stepped into an ink painting💦 Afternoon: Tour the blue lakes, with crystal-clear water. We recommend bringing a drone for stunning aerial shots to take home! 🌅 Evening: Camp by the lake and enjoy a bonfire party experiencing Tibetan and Qiang ethnic customs Day 2: Primitive Forest Exploration & Slow Village Life🌲 Morning: Stroll through the forest, encounter wild flowers and birds🎨 Afternoon: Visit Tibetan and Qiang villages, try your hand at handmade silver jewelry, and feel the strong ethnic culture🍽️ Evening: Taste authentic Tibetan and Qiang cuisine, don’t miss the chili sauce and tsampa! Day 3: Sunrise Sea of Clouds & Hot Spring Wellness🌄 Early morning: Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds, layers of mist like a fairyland♨️ Morning: Soak in Zheyang Mountain hot springs to warm up and relieve fatigue🛍️ Afternoon: Buy Tibetan and Qiang specialty souvenirs to bring back the most genuine local customs for yourself and loved ones💡【Practical Tips】 ✅ Wear comfortable hiking shoes, the mountain paths are rocky, making hiking easier! ✅ Bring a power bank + spare lenses, the scenery is unbelievably beautiful! ✅ Book local homestays, most can accommodate small groups, to experience village warmth✅ Perfect summer escape, big temperature difference between day and night, bring a jacket! 🍽️【Food Recommendations】 • Highland wild vegetables stewed with native chicken, nourishing and delicious• Qiang chili fried sausage, spicy and suitable for all ages• Tsampa with butter tea, a must-try here! 📸【Photo Tips】 • Best time to shoot the blue lakes: 9 AM - 11 AM, sunlight makes the blue water look mysterious• Best spot for sea of clouds sunrise: Zheyang Mountain viewing platform, arrive 30 minutes early• Wear ethnic costumes for photos in folk villages, the atmosphere is amazing! 👇Did you know? Many visitors discover Zheyang Mountain by accident, and its tranquility and grandeur are far more moving than popular tourist spots. Especially in fast-paced life, coming to Zheyang Mountain to take a deep breath and feel time slow down is the greatest kindness to yourself.