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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Pingwu [2025]
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Jiuzhaigou National Park
4.7
/5
46612 reviews
9.8
From AU$ 59.99
Based on 4,206 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864000886969
Address: Beside the 301 Provincial Highway, Jiuzhaigou Mouth, Yuzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Unique alpine lake clusters and travertine ponds
Tibetan customs & wooden houses
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It is a top-level tourist attraction in China. The fairyland-like scenery makes people linger. It is even more beautiful in winter. The perfect snow embellishes the woods with another kind of scenery! I would like to call it a perfect attraction.
It was a sunny day today and the scenery was beautiful, but we were too rushed in our one-day itinerary and didn't visit many places. If possible, you can go back a second time, as it's not crowded now during the off-season.
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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
4.5
/5
91418 reviews
9.5
From AU$ 11.79
Based on 6,683 reviews
Panda base/Theatre General Hospital | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602883510033
Address: No. 1375, North Panda Avenue, Chenghua District, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Observe pandas in their natural habitat up close
11 giant panda venues | Red panda Flora
Saved by 8446 users65802 positive reviews
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The Chengdu Panda Research Center is lovely and well-maintained, with a fair entrance fee. The museum is fascinating, beautifully designed, interactive, and very engaging. Keep in mind that on hot days, the pandas are moved to air-conditioned glass enclosures – visitors are left in the heat and humidity outside, and many people crowd around the enclosures, making it harder to enjoy. The pandas also tend to be less active in these conditions, so the experience can feel a bit reduced
I went there twice in 5 days just to see Huahua, but even if I didn't see Huahua's face, I still felt it was worth it. Every panda was very healing. Rather than saying that we traveled thousands of miles to see Huahua and these cats, it would be better to say that these cats were waiting for us to be healed thousands of miles away. It was a worthwhile trip.
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Dujiangyan Scenic Area
4.7
/5
47661 reviews
9.2
From AU$ 17.14
Based on 853 reviews
Dujiangyan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602896526
Address: Park Road, Dujiangyan City, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Experience the ancient Water Release Festival around Qingming Festival
Waterworks used for 2000 years
Saved by 2990 users33254 positive reviews
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The Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a hydraulic miracle, stands as a monument in the history of human civilization. Dujiangyan's hydraulic engineering project exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of humanity and nature. Dujiangyan, a millennium-old hydraulic marvel, showcases the wisdom and ingenuity of the ancients. Dujiangyan, a millennium-old hydraulic project, continues to benefit the people today.
The tour was excellent, including the private electric car. I'm deeply grateful to Ms. Yang Min for her patient and detailed explanations. She was attentive to our physical condition and planned the optimal route for our full Dujiangyan tour. The Dujiangyan Irrigation Project needs such excellent guides. They explained its history, its functions, and its significance, making us instantly understand the project. I'll definitely ask Ms. Yang Min to be my guide next time.
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Sanxingdui Museum
4.5
/5
14851 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 5.36
Based on 195 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608385533333
Address: Zhenwu Village, Nanxing Town, Guanghan District, Deyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-5 hours
Highlights:
Watch artifact restorers at work up close
Ancient artifacts from 4800 years ago
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Sanxingdui represents the pinnacle of Shang Dynasty bronze civilization in the Yangtze River Basin and is a key landmark demonstrating the "unity of diversity" in Chinese civilization, possessing irreplaceable cultural and historical value.
Its core appeal lies in its uniqueness and groundbreaking nature: artifacts such as the large bronze standing figure, the vertical-eyed mask, and the bronze sacred tree, with their bizarre and magnificent forms, overturn conventional perceptions of Shang and Zhou bronze culture, demonstrating the ancient Shu civilization's independent and highly developed religious beliefs and artistic systems. The craftsmanship, incorporating complex techniques such as welding and riveting, is a technological marvel of its time.
Additionally, unearthed South China Sea seashells and jade halberds similar to those found in Vietnam and other regions at the site confirm that ancient Shu was not a "closed civilization," but rather engaged in frequent exchanges with neighboring regions and even further afield. Today, archaeological work at the site, leveraging multidisciplinary collaboration and integrating science and conservation, has provided a new paradigm for the field and continues to reshape our understanding of the structure of ancient Chinese civilization.
It is very convenient to book tickets for the direct bus to the exhibition hall. The architectural design inside and outside the exhibition hall is very beautiful. The internal facilities of the exhibition hall are well laid out and very clean. The signage is very clear. The display layout in the exhibition hall is very scientific. The air conditioning in the exhibition hall is very good and it is not hot at all. There are many souvenirs in the exhibition hall, and the environment outside the exhibition hall is very green.
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Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum
4.7
/5
35028 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 10.72
Based on 803 reviews
Du Fu thatched cottage/Sichuan people's Hospital | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602868921800
Address: No.37, Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Du Fu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, lived and created here for nearly four years
Du Fu's later years residence
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I feel like it could be better, for example, by showing which poems Du Fu wrote in which scenes, which would have made the experience more immersive. Many of the author columns on the wood carvings are barely legible. I hope they can be restored; many of them require light to be read.
Hopefully it will get better!
The loft room I revisited was very spacious, with a large bathtub right at the entrance. The room was clean and hygienic, with no odor in the bathroom or shower. Although it was close to the road, there was no noise. The bedding was just the right firmness. The only downside was that the bathtub water could be a little hotter. Overall, this is a very cost-effective hotel, no less than a four-star hotel.
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Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum
4.6
/5
24187 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 11.36
Based on 826 reviews
Wuhou Temple Commercial Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602885535951
Address: No. 231 Wuhouyu Street, Wuhou District, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
A millennium-old temple commemorating the heroes of the Three Kingdoms
Phootography | Red Wall Bamboo Shadow
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Known as the "Three Kingdoms Sacred Site" for its profound historical heritage, exquisite architecture, and rich cultural heritage, the Wuhou Temple is a treasure trove of Chinese culture. It serves not only as a witness to history but also as a spiritual transmitter. It plays an irreplaceable role in academic research, cultural heritage, and tourism development, and deserves to be admired and remembered by every Chinese.
As a renowned historical and cultural attraction in Chengdu, the Wuhou Shrine truly deserves high praise. Built to commemorate Zhuge Liang, Prime Minister of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period, this shrine boasts not only simple and elegant architecture and exquisite garden layout, but also a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance. Strolling among its red walls and black tiles, one can sense Zhuge Liang's steadfast devotion to his country until his death. Within the shrine, well-preserved cultural relics such as the stone inscription of "The Memorial to the Emperor on Leaving the Capital" and the Zhuge Liang Hall vividly depict the life and deeds of this renowned prime minister. Particularly noteworthy is the Wuhou Shrine's seamless fusion of Three Kingdoms culture and the art of western Sichuan gardens. Its scenery changes with each season, from the vibrant blossoms of crabapples in spring to the gilded ginkgo trees in autumn, offering visitors a superb cultural and visual experience. The surrounding Jinli Ancient Street further enhances the experience, making it a perfect place to experience Chengdu's historical charm and leisure atmosphere.
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Mount Qingcheng
4.6
/5
21677 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 17.14
Based on 1,126 reviews
Qingcheng Piedmont Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602887111907
Address: Dujiangyan City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Stroll along Longyinxia Plank Road and enjoy the waterfall scenery
Taoist culture experience
Saved by 1763 users13946 positive reviews
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The air is really good, it's a natural oxygen bar. From the Tianshi Cave line up and down the cable car, there is no dead corner to play. Half a day is enough to walk and rest, and you can also go to Dujiangyan when you come down.
Asked about Qingcheng Mountain. Originally, because of the high return of Tokugawa West, the family went to Qingcheng Mountain. The scenery was good, but there was no big surprise. However, the Taoist culture is really recommended. Only those who understand it will understand.
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Huanglong National Scenic Area
4.5
/5
11142 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 36.42
Based on 463 reviews
77.2 km from downtown
Phone +8640008869692
Address: Pingsong Road, Songpan County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
The Colorful Pool is as gorgeous as a golden dragon's scales
Enchanted calcified pools, earthly paradise
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The Five-Colored Pool truly lives up to its reputation, a breathtaking sight that made the trip worthwhile. Huanglong Scenic Area differs from Jiuzhaigou in that the water's bottom is lighter in color, and the yellow is a different shade from Jiuzhaigou's. The entire elevation is between 3,300 and 3,600 meters. The first half of the hike isn't particularly scenic; the scenery is all on the way down after seeing the Five-Colored Pool. It's important to manage your time and energy wisely.
The Five-Colored Pool truly lives up to its reputation, a breathtaking sight that made the trip worthwhile. Huanglong Scenic Area differs from Jiuzhaigou in that the water's bottom is lighter in color, and the yellow is a different shade from Jiuzhaigou's. The entire elevation is between 3,300 and 3,600 meters. The first half of the hike isn't particularly scenic; the scenery is all on the way down after seeing the Five-Colored Pool. It's important to manage your time and energy wisely.
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Mount Siguniang
4.6
/5
6959 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 12.86
Based on 68 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Within the territory of Rilong Township, Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Panoramic peaks & unique valleys
Snowy peaks: landmark & beauty
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Shuangqiaogou: A Poetic Gallery of Mount Siguniang
Shuangqiaogou is the most accessible and essential part of Mount Siguniang, blending snow-capped mountains, forests, meadows, and streams into a three-dimensional plateau landscape. Along the gully, the towering Potala Peak, at 6,250 meters, rises majestically, its rock formations intricately textured. Redwood forests blanket the mountains, blending golden and dark green in autumn and winter. Yak Flats, carpeted with verdant grass, features scattered yaks and prayer flags, creating a striking contrast. The crystal-clear stream at Pearl Beach cascades through the gravel, creating delicate waves. From here, you can enjoy the plateau scenery by car without the need for extensive trekking. The awe-inspiring snowcapped mountains and gentle meadows create a unique blend, while the smoke from cooking in Tibetan villages adds a touch of local flavor. This is an excellent choice for experiencing the beauty of the western Sichuan plateau.
I'd still give it a good review. The bad scenery is due to the weather. I suggest that Siguniang Mountain should be the first attraction to visit in western Sichuan, otherwise you will feel that the scenery of Siguniang Mountain is just average.
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Bipenggou
4.5
/5
17657 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 30.00
Based on 43 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608376824845
Address: No. 88, Zhuangfang Village, Putou Township, Li County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 days
Highlights:
Experience diverse outdoor activities
Fiery red maples in fall
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It's really beautiful. The VIP ticket I bought on site is worth it. I can walk less with my children. Even though it rained in the morning, I still can enjoy the beautiful scenery. I will come again next time when the weather is good.
Coming from Guangdong, I honestly had never seen scenery like this before; it was absolutely stunning.
However, as the altitude climbed, the effort grew, and the walking became quite tiring. Furthermore, the temperature in the mountains can be quite changeable. While Longwanghai Lake was still clear, Panyang Lake was already raining.
Another point is that to enter the scenic area from the main entrance, you have to take a bus, which takes you over 20 kilometers up a mountain road with those ever-increasing S-curves. Those who aren't comfortable with cars will definitely vomit their leftover food.
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