Huanglong, a wonderland with bewitching vistas

Located in northern Sichuan's Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Huanglong (Yellow Dragon) Scenic Area is a scenic and historical interest area covering some 700 square kilometers. The area is noted for its colorful pools created by calcareous deposits, especially in Huanglonggou (Yellow Dragon Gully), as well as for its beautiful valleys, diversified forest ecosystems, snow-capped peaks and pristine lakes. Huanglong, home to many endangered species, including the Giant Panda and the Sichuan Golden Snub-nosed Monkey, was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992. [Photo/China.org.cn]