Traveling with Autumn | The Bamboo Sea in Southern Sichuan, Yibin, Western Sichuan

The Bamboo Sea in Southern Sichuan, Yibin, Western Sichuan. After a night's sleep under the starry sky and amidst the bamboo forest, enjoy a hearty breakfast to kick off the second day of your journey. There are many attractions in the northern part of the Bamboo Sea in Southern Sichuan, and we recommend five major attractions worth visiting. The first is: Sea within the Sea The Sea within the Sea is actually a lake of about 60 acres within the Bamboo Sea in Southern Sichuan. Because some ethnic minority areas are accustomed to calling large lakes 'hai zi' (sea), hence the name Sea within the Sea. Friends who dream of martial arts can put on a harness and experience the thrill of transforming into Li Mubai or Yu Jiaolong, moving swiftly over the tips of the bamboo, soaring through the sky and diving into the earth. The second recommended attraction for the northern route is a paradise for children—Huaxi Thirteen Bridges There are countless streams flowing down the valleys in the Bamboo Sea in Southern Sichuan, and here the streams are full of fallen flowers, with each bridge presenting a unique view, hence the name Huaxi Thirteen Bridges. Of course, there are more than just thirteen bridges here, there are also beautiful landscapes along the way and photo spots, among which the Panda Park is a fun place for family trips. The 30-meter elephant slide is a challenge for oneself, and a series of amusement facilities such as swings and seesaws also sketch out a colorful playground for the children. Continuing along the Huaxi Thirteen Bridges towards the east and the North Gate, you will come to our third recommended attraction—Colorful Flying Waterfall. 'Waterfalls fly across the southern and northern hills, almost like those of Lushan' The springs that emerge regardless of place fill the deep and secluded bamboo sea with spiritual energy; where the mountain rocks are rugged, there are often hanging springs and flying waterfalls. Among the dozens of waterfalls with different postures in the mountains, the most spectacular is the Colorful Flying Waterfall. In front of such a magnificent scene, descriptive words seem somewhat pale. Although the photos were not taken during the high water season, one can still catch a glimpse of the grandeur, imagining the splendor of the Milky Way falling from the sky. On the way back to the hotel from the Colorful Flying Waterfall, you come to the highest point of the entire scenic area—Longyin Temple. From a distance, the temple gate is above a staircase of 320 steps, majestic and imposing. The Ancient Buddha Hall, Layman's Forest, and Vegetarian Restaurant are scattered on the north side atop the cliff, and the stele pavilion stands tall on the peak of Jiulong (Nine Dragons) Mountain. Pavilions, halls, temples, and towers are connected by corridors, forming a harmonious whole. Looking from the north, it resembles nine dragons soaring into the sky. The architectural complex of Shangke Hall is cleverly nestled in the greenery of the ecological parking lot, complementing the majestic Nine Dragons landmark, the uphill avenue, and the stacked archway groups from below, shining together like nine dragons playing in the sea. Finally, take another trip to the Bamboo Sea Museum of Southern Sichuan to read through the history and culture of this place.