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Muni Valley (Muni
Gou) located in Jiuzhaigou,consists of two smaller, parallel
gullies, Zhaga and Erdaohai. Muni Gou attracts a large number of
tourists during the winter months (mainly due to the Huanglong
mountain pass being closed). It is admired for the hot springs in
Pearl Boiling Lake (Zhuzhu Hu) which creates a massive swimming pool
simmering at a temperature of 21C. The waters in the springs have
medicinal properties, attracting both young and old to the area.
Muni Valley also contains a number of other eye-catching lakes as
well as the breath-taking location of the Zhaga Waterfall (Zhaga Pu
Bu).
Muni Valley is surely a must see location on your itinerary with
wondrous lakes and a snow covered landscape – Muni Valley will leave
you feeling relaxed and refreshed, with its aura of serenity and
peace.
the Muni Valley comprises Erdao Lake and Zhaga
Waterfall which is the biggest calcified waterfall in China. Erdao
Lake, located in the northern part of Muni Valley, is the largest
lake in the area and around the lake are many underground limestone
caves which connect Erdao Lake with other lakes in the area. The
color of Erdao Lake varies with the seasons, harmoniously
complementing the lake with its surrounding of colored limestone.
When standing by the lake, it seems very tranquil and calm; this
belies a strong undercurrent that is very active. Erdao Lake holds
attractions such as Swan Lake, Baihua Lake, etc. Beside the Baihua
Lake, there is a mysterious cave which embraces wonderful and
magnificent naturally-formed stalactites. Zhaga Waterfall scenic
spot stretches for about 5 kilometers (3 miles), where water flows
around trees and trees grow in water and this scenic spot boasts
many attractions. At the bottom of Zhaga Waterfall, there is a
round-shaped stone onto which the waterfall cascades. In the
sunlight, the spattering water is like jade, exhibiting wonderful
colors. This is the Jianyu Tai (spattering jade platform).Guhuashi
(ancient fossils) is the place where a number of prehistoric,
fossilized animals, plants and fish are well preserved and remain
intact. Feicui (Emerald) Spring is one of the ten most famous
springs in China due to its water’s medicinal value, and many have
recovered from stomach sickness and arthritis after drinking or
bathing in its water. The local population considers Feicui spring
divine and allows nobody to cause damage.
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