Hailed as a fairyland on earth, Jiuzhaigou bursts with a dazzling array of natural wonders. You could easily spend a whole day exploring Jiuzhaigou without running out of marvels to see. Among the dazzling gems of Jiuzhaigou, the Pearl Waterfall is not to be missed by anyone while exploring Jiuzhaigou!

Brief Introduction of Pearl Waterfall

Located in Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area, 0.5 miles away from Huashi Lake, the Pearl Waterfall is nestled upon a gently inclined slope sprawling with bushes and shrubs. The water cascade down into the valley over a series of slopes, while reflected by the sunlight, the water drops splashing on the rocks are kind of like millions of pearls falling down – very marvelous for the eyes. This is how the Pearl Waterfall got its name in the first place. Soaring up 2,433 meters above sea level, about 160 meters in width, the Pearl Waterfall covers an area of 95,000 square miles, shaped like a conch. There is a long-standing legend revolving around the Pearl Waterfall. It is said that there was once a goddess fell in love with a Tibetan young man who gave the goddess a pearl necklace as gift. Later their relationship was found out by the gods and irritated them, so they took the goddess away. While in the middle of the struggling, the necklace was broken and fell down on earth and formed the Pearl Waterfall.

Features of Pearl Waterfall

The Pearl Waterfall incessantly runs down from the slopes and when it flows through the gently inclined slopes countless pores formed on the Karst rocks got in the way of the water and make the water roll down like millions of shiny pearls. Moreover, when the Pearl Waterfall cascades down into the trenches and holes countless water drops splash all over the place. In addition, there is a plank-paved path spanning over the Pearl Waterfall which makes for a great vintage point for taking in the waterfall. As the water runs through a nearby shoal and is blocked by the shrubs the water is also splattered everywhere. The rushing currents of the water cascade down the cliff into the deep valley in the end, therefore the whole Pearl Waterfall completes its mission. Another highlight at Pearl Waterfall would be the many shoals covered by yellowish mosses which feel very much like sponges while standing on them.

Anyway, you just can't afford to miss out on the Pearl Waterfall if you want to explore the best Jiuzhaigou has to offer!

Hailed as the very essence of Jiuzhaigou, the far and wide Five-color Sea is a marvelous draw in the area. No trip to Jiuzhaigou is complete without a visit to the Five-color Sea.

Why Called the Five-color Sea?

While it may seem odd to call it a sea as it is nothing but a small lake in the area. However the diverse breathtaking landscapes at Five-color Sea will do justice to its name. Rising 2.472 meters above sea level, 5 meters deep, the Five-color Sea is nestled among mountains and forests. Every year, as autumn comes, the surrounding slopes are drowned in a sea of colors - one of a kind sight to the eyes! With the accumulation of calcium and colorful alga as well as other underwater plants, a wide variety of colorful bulks come into being in the sea - at this time the sea is just like a colorful blanket embroidered with myriad gems and jewelry. Moreover, the lakeside landscapes will be reflected in the water as well, thus turning the lake a colorful sea. What's more, at dusk, the lake will be hued with twilight, glistening with all kinds of colors beyond your imagination.

Best Way to Soak up the Beauty of Five-color Sea:

Along the wooded plank-path descending down the slope and the forest, the Five-color Sea is not very far. Skirting around west of the lake, there is a plank-paved path which is a great vintage point for a sweeping view of the colorful sea. Visitors can stop in here for a while to take pictures or just take in the views. Alternatively, continue walking toward north along the path and reach the north shore of the lake, and there is a plank-paved bridge built above the water, which is another spot for sightseeing of the sea. Furthermore, visitors can also ascend to a ring road above the river bank and the scenery of the sea is even more spectacular looking from that point.

Most of all, walk along the road toward southeast and you will come across a huge stone called the Rock of Tiger which boasts as the highest point for the sightseeing of the Five-color Sea. With the autumn colors sprawling all over the place, the area is turned into a wonderland.

All in all, you just can't afford to miss out on the gorgeous Five-color Sea which has become a popular draw for the shutterbugs every year.

No trip is complete without a stop by Jiuzhaigou while traveling across China. Hailed as a gem on the plateau, a visit to Jiuzhaigou will give you a sense of the diverse natural bounty of China. And in the midst of all attractions at Jiuzhaigou, the Pool of Colors is arguably the highlight of highlights.

What is the Pool of Colors?

While it seems fair to say that the Pool of Colors is like a sapphire to what Jiuzhaigou is like a treasure house of gems. Hidden among the thick forest, the Pool of Colors boasts as the most brightest and brilliant pool. One mile from Changhai, the Pool of Colors is nestled in a deep valley beneath the rugged mountain. Covering 5645 square meters, 2995 meters above sea level, the pool stays the same, elegant and glistening, winter or summer. The reason lies in that the supply comes from Changhai which feeds the pool via underground. 6.6 meters deep, the pool is so crystal clear that the grain of the rock lying at the bottom can be seen with naked eyes. All year round, the pool glistens with different colors, a marvel to the eyes.

What Makes the Pool So Special?

As the prime draw in Jiuzhaigou, the Pool of Colors is home to diverse flora and herbal plants, which tend to show different colors in the water rich in calcium carbonate. Even in the same pool, some area is shining blue, while other areas glisten in yellow or green. Best of all, with the sun way up high and the breeze blowing from the valley, rings upon rings of colorful ripples will unfold before your eyes - really amazing and spectacular! Compared with other pools, the Pool of Colors is the smallest yet the brightest one. Moreover, the reason why the pool is so colorful is because the reflection of the light plays a key in the water. Looking from different angles, the color will be different as well. Furthermore, at the bottom of the pool lie plenty of stalagmites which can also reflect the light - thus making the pool look as colorful as it can be.

To sum it up, the Pool of Colors is no less than a rainbow on earth and definitely worth exploring while traveling in Jiuzhaigou.