Songpan – best horse trekking tour in Sichuan
Introduction to Songpan County and Huanglong Park
Have you ever heard of Songpan County in Sichuan, China? If not, you are missing the famous Huanglong Park, it is in the northern part of Songpan County and Songpan is also a transfer station when you go to Jiuzhaigou. But actually, this transfer station itself is very charming too and it is one of the few good places to experience horse trekking in China. It doesn’t matter whether you know a little about Songpan county, here is an introduction to this horse trekking in China tour. During your Sichuan tour, you may become more interested in this area and you can plan a tour to experience this horse trekking in China.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or someone just starting to explore the myriad facets of China, Songpan County is a narrative waiting to be unveiled. This introduction doesn’t just aim to acquaint you with the region; it invites you on a journey through time, culture, and the untouched wilderness of China.
Songpan Ancient City and Trekking Experience
Songpan Ancient City — Songpan (named Songzhou in the Tang Dynasty) is 335 km. (208 mi.) away from Sichuan’s capital city Chengdu. It is located in the northeast of Qiang autonomous prefecture of Aba in Sichuan province. It is a famous historic ancient city, an ancient tea-trading route, and an important border town. It covers rich natural resources, and famed scenic spots: Huanglong Park and Mounigou Valley are located in this city. Songpan is a good place to have a unique horse trekking in China and a camping experience. You can experience the ancient Chinese people’s “horseback” life along the old tea-trading route. During the trekking, you can go through the beautiful Er’daohai Scenic Spot in the Mounigou Valley.
In Songpan, the ancient and the contemporary merge seamlessly, offering travelers an opportunity to step into the shoes of the ancient Chinese and traverse the old tea-trading routes on horseback. The trekking experience in Songpan is not just a journey; it’s a dialogue with history and nature. As you meander through the scenic Er’daohai Spot in the Mounigou Valley, every step unravels the untold stories of the land and its people.
ErDaoHai Scenic Spot and its Natural Beauty
ErDaoHai — Er’daohai Scenic Spot, Named for its largest lake: ErDaoHai Lake, is one of the most beautiful and extraordinary landscapes in Mounigou Valley, Songpan County. It is famous for its heavenly lake landscapes and is comprised of a series of lakes (local people call it haizi): Toudao Lake, Swan Lake Feicui Lake, etc. Many exotic flowers and rare herbs grow under the lakes, thousands of different patterns of plateau barrier lakes, karst caves, hot springs, and meadow landscapes distributed in the Er’daohai primitive forest. The clear and transparent lakes, with limestone in the bottom of lakes and fragrant flowers by the lakes, the primitive forest’s setting off and the sunshine’s shining, all together compose an amazing picture scroll.
The beauty of Er’daohai transcends the visual spectacle of its lakes. It’s an ecosystem where exotic flora and rare medicinal herbs flourish under the pristine waters. The landscape is a complex tapestry of plateau barrier lakes, karst caves, thermal springs, and lush meadows, all nestled within the embrace of a primitive forest. Here, nature narrates its age-old story through the crystal-clear waters, the limestone-laden lakebeds, the fragrance of wildflowers, and the interplay of light and shadow in the forest. Er’daohai is not just a scenic spot; it’s a living, breathing testament to nature’s craftsmanship.
Horse Trekking Experience and Services
Don’t be afraid if you are not good at horse riding or don’t have a good sense of direction, don’t need to worry about it because there will be a one-to-one guide service during your travel. You’ll mix with the local people to feel the different lifestyle and the culture; you’ll see extraordinary scenery along this horse trekking in China tour; also you can feel the fun and thrill that the horse trekking and camping will bring to you. So, do you desire an exciting and unique horse trekking in China tour? Welcome to Songpan and have a nice horse trekking experience.
This journey is a confluence of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. It’s about feeling the pulse of the land, engaging with its people, and creating memories that resonate with the spirit of exploration. So, if your soul yearns for an adventure that is both exhilarating and culturally enriching, Songpan extends its warmest invitation. Embark on this unique horse trekking journey and let Songpan weave its magic around you. Welcome to a journey where every path leads to discovery and every moment is a story waiting to be told. Welcome to Songpan.
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