Songpinggou, you won't believe its beauty until you see it.

### Location Located in Mao County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, Diexi-Songpinggou Scenic Area is a tourist attraction that combines natural beauty and historical sites. It not only has spectacular landscapes of mountains, rivers, lakes and seas, but also retains the unique landforms formed after the Diexi earthquake in 1933. It is an ideal place to experience the dual charm of nature and humanities. ### Attractions - **Diexi Ancient Town**: As one of the earthquake sites, Diexi Ancient Town witnessed the power of nature and the story of human tenacity. Walking in the ancient town, you can feel the mark left by time here. - **Songpinggou**: Known as the "Little Jiuzhaigou", the lakes here are clear and colorful; surrounded by primitive forests, the air is fresh and pleasant. Especially in autumn, the red leaves all over the mountains form a beautiful picture. - **Pearl Waterfall**: It forms a multi-level waterfall group from the top, and the splashing water droplets are as crystal clear as pearls, shining under the sun. - **Baishi Sea**: Also known as Gongpeng Sea, it is an artificial lake formed by earthquake damming. The lake is as calm as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding undulating mountains, and the scenery is very charming. ### Transportation - **Self-driving**: Depart from Chengdu and take Chengdu-Irrigation Expressway and Duwen Expressway to Wenchuan, then turn to Provincial Highway 210 to Mao County. The whole journey is about 200 kilometers, and it takes about 3-4 hours by car. - **Public transportation**: You can take a bus to Mao County at Chadianzi Bus Station in Chengdu (there are multiple shifts every day), and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to the entrance of the scenic spot after arriving in Mao County. ### Accommodation - **Inn in the scenic area**: Choosing to stay in the scenic area can more conveniently visit various attractions, and also enjoy a more quiet and comfortable environment. Some inns also provide special catering services. - **Hotels in Mao County**: If you want to enjoy more convenient facilities and services, you can consider staying in a hotel in Mao County, which is about half an hour's drive from the scenic spot. ### Nearby Attractions - **Jiuding Mountain**: Not far from Diexi is the famous Jiuding Mountain. This is a good place for outdoor hiking enthusiasts. The scenery along the way is beautiful and suitable for one-day or multi-day adventure activities. - **Heihuzhai**: A good place to learn about local Tibetan and Qiang culture, visit traditional village buildings, taste authentic food, and feel the strong ethnic customs. Diexi-Songpinggou Scenic Area attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and profound cultural heritage. Whether you are looking for spiritual comfort or pursuing adventure and excitement, it can satisfy all your imaginations of a good journey. Plan your trip now and let's explore this mysterious and beautiful place together!