Nuorilang Waterfall [Aba]

"One of Top Six Most Beautiful Waterfalls in China"
Ranked by China National Geoegraphy Magazin

Nuorilang Waterfall at Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, in Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan & Qiang Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province: A length of brocade in the jungle

Of all the charming waterfalls in Jiuzhaigou, Nuorilang Waterfall, is the most stunning. It is about 2,365 meters high above sea level, 325 meters across at its widest point, with a head waterfall of 30-40 meters and an average flow of 5.8 cubic meters per second. The faulting here has formed steep slopes and waterfalls, and, because of abrupt changes in the water velocity, carbon dioxide in the water is released, forming travertine deposits on the steep slopes and creating a major, multi-level travertine waterfall. It has altogether 18 lakes separated by delicate travertine dikes. The water flows over and runs down in tiered cascades and as the water from all the lakes rushes out of the forest; it crashes down as the spectacular Nuorilang Waterfall. It is a rare 'forest waterfall' as the cliff down which the waterfall runs is covered with thriving trees. As the seasons change, the lakes take on a new appearance. In spring and summer, dense willows and bright flowers crowed the banks and the waters are full of life; in autumn, seasonal red leaves and colorful fruits create a charming lake land scene; in winter, the waters freeze, glittering with beauty and purity.
The Nuorilang Waterfall is one of China’s major travertine waterfalls. Its rolling waters swoop down, stirring the whole valley. Also called a 'forest waterfall', its waters flow out of the dense forest, the trees and waterfall both separate and yet combine into one, like a green loom ceaselessly weaving a cloth of white silk. In the far distance, rise steep snowcapped mountains, elegant green hills, limitless lush forests, peaceful lakes, blue sky and floating white clouds.

Best time to go
From the end of Spring to begin of Autumn especially September and the first days of October
In Spring, an average annual temperature is from 48.2F to 64.4F; in Summer is from 66.2F to 71.6F; in Autumn is from 44.6F to 64.4F; in winter is below 32F. The rainy is centered on July and August.

Ticket
Jiuzhaigou Valley: RMB 220/person Sightseeing bus: RMB 90/person (High season from 1, April to 15, November) , RMB 80/person Sightseeing bus: RMB 80/person (Low season from 16, November to 31, March)

Around Landscape
Huanglong, Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries, Siguliang Mountain, Rogye Marshland, Dagu Glaciers, etc.

Local Snacks and Specialties
Pine Bulb Fritillariae, Chinese Angelica, Aatragalus Root of the Orchid Genus, Worm Grass of the Ergot Genus, Rhizoma Gastrodiae of the Orchid Genus, Snow Ganoderma of the Pink Genus, Saffron of Iridaceae, Magnolol of Magnolia, Fern, Yangdu Fungus, Tangka Drawing, Tibetan Sword, Carvings and Jewelry, etc.

Travel Tips
Please take sunbonnet, sunglass, and suntan oil, raincoat in summer.
Avoid getting AMS.
Be sure to respect local customs and traditions.
Please take enough clothes for cold at night.
Suggesting you enjoy in the Jiuzhaigou valley two days only one ticket.
Everyone is responsible for fire control of the forests. Neither fire nor smoking is allowed in the open.
Everyone is responsible to protect the grass and trees in the site.
Do not break twigs not tramp on grass.
Nor graffiti or photo on the tree is allowed.
Well protect the travertine in the site that, crisp and fragile, grows only 10 mm for 100 years.
Please do not go in the lake or play in water on the bank.
All litters shall be put into the dustbins.
Well protect the birds, beasts and aquatic animals. Do not hunt or kill them, do not feed the fish, do not hunt or kill the fish or insects.
Tourists shall follow the pedestrian and bus lines, if taking the tour mobile, please line up to buy your ticket and get on/off the bus at the designated stations.
Walking along the plank trail, please do not walk on the side. When walking, please watch out the rolling stones.

Distance
Beijing (2042 km) Chengdu City (485 km) Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic Area