[2025 Liuba Attraction] Travel Guide for Lovers Valley (Updated Apr)

Liuba Fall Foliage Guide｜When the Forests Are Painted in Color|||It's not that you can't afford to go to Kyoto, it's just that Liuba is more cost-effective. Mid-October to early November is the best time to see the fall foliage in Liuba. The forests are painted in color. [Recommended Route]📍 Liuba County - Lovers' Valley - Shizigou Pasture - Zibai Mountain National Forest Park - Gaojiang Road 1️⃣ Lovers' Valley - The maple leaves are fiery red in fall. Stroll through the valley on a path covered with fallen leaves. The valley is quiet on rainy days and has a British countryside vibe. 2️⃣ Shizigou Pasture - Located in Yingpan Village, Liuhou Town, this was once where Zhuge Liang stationed his troops and raised horses. The surrounding forests are colorful in fall. Cattle and sheep graze in herds. You can go horseback riding, have a picnic, or camp here. 3️⃣ Zibai Mountain National Forest Park - The unique "subalpine karst landform" creates a sinkhole meadow on the mountain top. The trees on the mountain are colorful, from golden yellow to fiery red to dark green. The trees and the sinkhole meadow complement each other beautifully. 4️⃣ Gaojiang Road - This 39-km road is the most beautiful country road. The ginkgo leaves are golden yellow, and the maple leaves are fiery red. You can enjoy the fall foliage by walking, cycling, or driving. [Recommended Accommodation]🏠 Songman Homestay - A local homestay in Liuba with an investment of over 1 million yuan. The design is stylish and simple. The rooms are clean and well-equipped. The experience is perfect. [Recommended Food]🥗 Weidao Qinling Restaurant - Located near Gaojiang Road, this restaurant serves local specialties. Every dish is exquisite and delicious. My favorite is the stir-fried bacon and potatoes. [Transportation Guide]🚗 Driving: If you choose to drive to Liuba to see the fall foliage, you can exit the expressway at the "Wuguanyi" exit and head to Liuba Old Street to start your fall foliage tour. If you want to go to the most beautiful country road, Gaojiang Road, exit the expressway at "Jiangxi Camp." Non-driving: You can take a direct bus from the Hanzhong Tourist Distribution Center (100 meters east of Hanzhong High-speed Railway Station) to Liuba. After arriving in Liuba County, there are buses to Yingpan Village and other places at the county bus station, making it easy for tourists to visit Shizigou Pasture and other scenic spots.

🌟Recommended reasons: "Such a scene should only exist in heaven, how many times can it be seen on earth?" Liuba is a poetic place for the soul to rest. Like a small "Yili" in Shaanxi, it has a mesmerizing charm. Here, history and nature intertwine, and the ancient Zhangliang Temple tells stories of the past against the backdrop of red leaves, like opening a history book. Shizigou is a playground of nature, with cattle and sheep scattered like stars on the meadows, and horses galloping like a poem of freedom. Zibai Mountain is a painting of autumn, with a cable car offering a panoramic view of the magnificent mountains and rivers. Lovers' Valley is like a dreamland in the forest, with suspension bridges and streams forming a serene picture. Every place is like a paradise, making people linger and forget to return, a romantic journey embracing nature and history. 📍Attraction address: Liuba County, Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province 🚗Attraction transportation: 1⃣Bus route: Xi'an - Lovers' Valley - Shizigou Ranch - Liuba Old Street - Liuba - Zibai Mountain Scenic Area - Gaojiang Road - Xi'an (2 days and 1 night). 2⃣Self-driving route: Xi'an - Millennium Ginkgo - Gaojiang Road - Chaiguanling - Zhangliang Temple - Liuba - Lovers' Valley - Shizigou Ranch - Taiziling - Xi'an (2 days and 1 night). 👍Must-visit attractions: 1⃣Liuba Old Street (taste southern Shaanxi specialties, can be used as a transit supply). 2⃣Lovers' Valley (beautiful larch forest, great for photos). 3⃣Zibai Mountain (with alpine meadows and virgin forests, fresh air). 4⃣Shizigou (natural pasture, can ride horses). 5⃣Gaojiang Road (the most beautiful country road, with metasequoia forest and ancient bridges). 6⃣Zhangliang Temple (long history, exquisite architecture). 🎟Ticket information: 1⃣Liuba Old Street: Free. 2⃣Lovers' Valley: Free. 3⃣Zibai Mountain: CNY 110 (including cable car). 4⃣Shizigou: Free. 5⃣Gaojiang Road: Free. 💗Other tips: 1⃣Large temperature difference between morning and evening, bring warm clothes. 2⃣Bring driver's license, ID card, and a small amount of cash. 3⃣Bring a change of clothes and toiletries. 4⃣Meals are convenient, can bring some snacks. 5⃣Wearing bright clothes looks better in photos.

Liuba is a hidden gem deep in the Qinling Mountains. Its autumn is like a colorful and breathtaking painting. November is the best time to enjoy the autumn scenery. The best way to experience autumn is to drive from Beijing to Hanzhong and then drive to Liuba. Day 1: Liuba Old Street - Taiziling - Zhangliang Temple Day 2: Zibai Mountain National Forest Park - Lovers' Valley - Shizigou Ranch The best route in Liuba is a loop, and it takes at least two days to see everything. We recommend a leisurely three-day, two-night trip. We did a two-day, one-night trip with photos, which was a bit rushed. We found two beautiful redwood forests along the way. We posted videos on the same account, so if you want to see the autumn scenery, hurry up. Tickets are required for Zibai Mountain National Forest Park and Zhangliang Temple, but not for other places. The scenery is beautiful everywhere. If it rains the day before, you will be lucky enough to see a sea of clouds. Gaojiang Road winds through the depths of the Qinling Mountains and is known as the most beautiful mountain village road. There are also thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in many places in Liuba. The oldest one is about 4,000 years old and is the last one to turn golden in autumn. Liuba has put a lot of effort into welcoming the large number of tourists who come to see the autumn scenery. There are many parking spots along the way, which is great. Most of them are free, so visitors can get closer to the beautiful scenery. We stayed at the Trip.com Farmhouse (Liuba Qinling No. 1 Joint Venture Store) along the most beautiful road. We rented a courtyard with two floors, which was very private. It felt like we had a big house in the countryside. November is the most beautiful time in Liuba, and it's hard to find a room. There aren't many courtyards that can accommodate so many people. There is a large living room where we ate and chatted with friends. Each courtyard has an aunt who cooks authentic farmhouse dishes, which are as good as those made by restaurant chefs. Before we arrived, the housekeeper aunt had already turned on the air conditioning for us, so it was warm when we entered the house. It was so nice. In Liuba, autumn is a canvas painted by nature and time, creating a breathtaking scene in October. If you haven't seen the autumn in Liuba, why not set off in November? Give yourself a journey to truly understand autumn. Liuba, Hanzhong

Back to Liuba again This time with a few friends to enjoy the autumn Having been here many times This time we just wanted to relax And discovered some unconventional hidden gems - ❗As usual, here's the itinerary: ✅DAY1: Depart from Xi'an - 3.5h drive - Liuba - Stroll and eat on the old street - Huoshaodian Town - Check in at Xigu Jiudu · Tianye - Relax in Huoshaodian Town & stargazing at night, stay overnight at Xigu Jiudu · Tianye B&B ✅DAY2: Breakfast at the B&B - Zibai Mountain - Lovers' Valley - Shizigou Ranch - Return - 📷Activities: 🌈The whole two-day trip was very relaxing. On the first day, we arrived in Liuba and went to the old street to stroll and eat; then we went to the B&B to check in. This time we stayed at 📍Xigu Jiudu · Tianye B&B in Huoshaodian Town, the "Most Beautiful Town in the Qinling Mountains". This town has relatively few tourists, and the scenery is beautiful and very quiet. 🍂In the afternoon, we took photos and strolled around the town, enjoying the colorful mountains, the idyllic scenery of streams, rice fields, houses, cattle, and sheep, and the red train 🚂 that circles the town. It only costs 5 yuan to take a ride. After a tiring walk, we went back to the B&B to relax, which was super comfortable. ✨There is also an observatory in the village, where you can see the stars and the Milky Way when the weather is good. - 💤The second day was also very leisurely. We woke up naturally, had breakfast at the B&B, and then went to Zibai Mountain, Lovers' Valley, and Shizigou Ranch. These three attractions are very close to each other, so we had plenty of time to explore. Compared to the first day, there were a lot more tourists in 💕Lovers' Valley and Shizigou Ranch, but the photos were really great. - 🏡Accommodation: We stayed at Xigu Jiudu · Tianye B&B, which we highly recommend. In fact, it was because we booked this B&B that we had such a relaxing first day in Huoshaodian Town. 🔅Xigu Jiudu · Tianye B&B is backed by mountains and water, and all rooms have large floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a panoramic view of the colorful Qinling Mountains. The interior is forest-themed, with simple yet tasteful furnishings, reflecting the owner's care and taste. Oh, and the restaurant is also quite good. - 🍱Food: The local specialty is wooden barrel fish. Some highly rated specialty restaurants: Zhenghong Wooden Barrel Fish, Chenji Stone Fish, Yuxiaomei Pan-fried Fish, Jushangrenjia Pig Stomach Chicken, Zibai Niang Family Courtyard Restaurant. - 🍁Best time to see red leaves: Now is the best time to see red leaves, and it is expected to last until mid-November. If you want to see the red leaves, hurry up!

Frost flies across thousands of miles, trees fall from the forest, and the leaves wither The autumn is in full swing, and it is also a good season to enjoy the leaves 🍁❗ · How to play in autumn ❓ Enjoy the red leaves, see the ginkgo trees, visit the ancient town, climb the mountains and see the distant view... Don't let down the good weather on a bright and crisp autumn day - 【Hanzhong·Liuba】 🍁In the golden autumn of October, Liuba County in Hanzhong presents a magnificent spectacle of thousands of red mountains, colorful forests, and thousands of mountains and valleys. Rich and colorful. Ginkgo, metasequoia, maple, conifer, etc. bloom in the most beautiful colors of the four seasons. - 【Attractions along the way】 🍁 The most beautiful rural road Stretching deep into the Qinling Mountains, the two-lane, asphalt road offers tranquil and beautiful countryside scenery, and the roadside trees on both sides of the road block out the sun. The driving under the trees feels particularly refreshing. The main tree species are ginkgo, fir, sycamore, and ginkgo. The scenery along the way is like a paradise. - 🍁 Jade Emperor Temple Millennium Ginkgo Tree This thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, which is known as the "No. 1 in Northwest China", has a golden coat that is eye-catching and has a very nice name called "A House Full of Descendants". There are many small trees growing around the big tree, all of which grow from the root bark of the old tree, just like an old mother surrounded by her children and grandchildren. - 🍁 Lover's Valley There are 500 acres of larch in the Lover's Valley. You can walk on the wooden suspension bridge and step on the soft fallen leaves. It is the best place for young people to check in and take photos. You can also camp and have a picnic in the valley. - 🍁 Lion Valley Ranch This place is as quiet as a paradise, as spectacular as a grassland, with fresh air, blue sky and white clouds, and herds of cattle and sheep Being there, you can feel the vastness of the grassland, experience the leisure away from the city, and forget the worries of the world. Watch the cows and sheep frolicking, smell the fragrance of the grass, and let the wind kiss your cheeks... - 🍁 Zibai Mountain The mountain is majestic and spectacular, and there are many ancient purple cypress trees on the mountain, so it is named Zibai Mountain. From early autumn to late autumn, the trees on this mountain From red and yellow, full of autumn to colorful, colorful, bringing us amazing autumn red leaves - 【Route Recommendation】🚗 Day 1 Xi'an - Shizigou Ranch - Lover's Valley - Check in at Liuba County Day 2 The most beautiful rural road with a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree - Jiangkou Town - Xi'an - The most beautiful autumn in Liuba is now. If you want to go together, please remember to leave a message in the comment area. I will definitely 👍 and 👀♥️♥️♥️

Lovers Valley in Liuba is located about 25 kilometers north of Liuba County, Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province. The scenic area is beautiful all year round and attracts many tourists. The valley is full of lush trees, clear water, winding paths, and water in the forest. There are stones in the water, and there are streams on the stones. The wooden walkway built along the mountain is winding. Every turn is a new scene. It is suitable for tourists to come and cool off and take photos. Lovers Valley is a forest farm with more than 500 acres of tall larch forest, which has a primitive forest feeling. You can open your arms here, run in the forest, and breathe the fragrance of the soil. Walking on a wooden suspension bridge about 50 meters long, stepping on soft fallen leaves, leisurely walking in the primitive forest, enjoying the quiet valley time.

On the way back to Xi'an, I planned to include two places as transit stops. First stop: Qingshucun Ancient Town, a town with rich historical culture, known as the place where 'one foot steps into three provinces,' i.e., the junction of Shaanxi, Gansu, and Sichuan provinces. It was founded in the mid-Ming Dynasty, took shape in the late Qing Dynasty, and flourished during the Republic of China era, with a history of over 500 years. I have visited many ancient towns, each with its own historical accumulation. Understanding the local history, culture, and humanity, traveling is also a learning process. Second stop: Liuba County. It happened to be the weekend, and there were many tourists. Kudos to the local government for arranging dedicated personnel to provide convenient parking for tourists. The old street, Lover's Valley, and Shizigou Ranch are all recommended places online. I think the most beautiful rural road is still worth seeing in autumn. In the old street, there is a braised beef noodle shop with generous portions and good taste. After a satisfying meal, I embarked on the journey back home.

🎉🎉Three days and two nights of relaxation and comfort, feeling the summer temperature from 39° to 25° to 16°, timely relaxation, breathing oxygen in the mountains, and escaping from the class. If you don’t know how to drive, then this guide is very suitable for you👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻 (Not self-driving) 1⃣️Transportation 🙋🏻‍♀️Scheme 1: Outbound: 🚅High-speed rail: Take the high-speed rail from Xi'an to Wuhan You can take the bus between 10am and 12pm in the morning. There are many buses and it takes about an hour and a half to arrive. The high-speed rail ticket is 98 RMB per person. Bus: After arriving in Hanzhong, the passenger station is next to the high-speed rail station. It takes only 3 minutes to walk there. You can buy a bus ticket for 29 RMB per person. You can go directly to Liuba County. There is a bus schedule (see the picture above). After arriving in Liuba County, 🚌Bus: You can take the bus directly to Yingpan Village, the average fare is 💰10 yuan per person, and it takes about 40-50 minutes. There are two buses from Liuba County to Yingpan Village every day, one at 8:20 in the morning and one at 13:00 in the afternoon. Zibaishan Forest Park, Shizigou Ranch and Lover's Valley are all in Yingpan Village. You can take the bus directly to Zibaishan Forest Park in one stop. Return trip: 🚎Take the bus back to Liuba County, with two buses departing at 9:30 in the morning and 15:00 in the afternoon 🚌After arriving at Liuba County, take a bus back to Hanzhong City, and buy a suitable high-speed rail ticket to go directly back to Xi'an 👀Overall, the transportation is quite convenient. Each transfer point is very close to each other. Hanzhong to Liuba, Liuba to Yingpan, is one station, and you can transfer directly within the station. 🙋🏻‍♀️Option 2: Charter a car: You can charter a car from Hanzhong💰350 yuan/car/day You can also charter a car from Liuba County: 💰300 yuan/car/day (approximately)

Liuba is a small county town deep in the Qinling Mountains, located in the northern part of Hanzhong. Although it rained during this trip, it was quiet with few people. The mountaintop was shrouded in mist like a fairyland, the streams were clear and transparent, cattle and horses leisurely strolled on the pastures, and the pine forest canyon resembled the Forbidden Forest from Harry Potter. Some places really feel like a substitute for Hemu~ 🚌 Distance: 300km from Xi'an city, 100km from Hanzhong, 160km from Baoji 🚗 Transportation: Public transportation is inconvenient, there are no shuttles between attractions, suitable for self-driving 🏠 Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in resort-style homestays near the scenic spots, which offer food, accommodation, and entertainment, making it more worry-free. The downside is that the prices are generally high, averaging over 400 yuan per person. This time we stayed at a cost-effective homestay called 'Five Rooms Overlooking the Mountain,' averaging over 200 yuan per person. It is located along the most beautiful road in Yuhuangmiao Town, close to the thousand-year-old ginkgo tree, and there are also places nearby for picking. 🌳 Slow 3-day tour route: D1: Liuba County Town - Most Beautiful Rural Road - Thousand-Year Ginkgo The county town feels slightly commercialized, but the wooden barrel fish nearby is delicious! The towering metasequoia, ginkgo, and black locust trees on both sides of the road make the world feel quiet as you drive through, and there are small streams along the way where you can play in the water. Standing under the thousand-year-old ginkgo makes people feel small, and the ancient tree must be beautiful when it turns yellow in autumn~ D2: Lover's Valley - Shizigou Pasture Lover's Valley can be toured in half an hour, crossing the suspension bridge and following the winding wooden path, with tall larches neatly arranged on both sides, taking in a deep breath of oxygen! The pasture is open for free, where you can ride horses, camp (bring your own equipment), and it's a paradise for relaxation. D3: Zhangliang Temple - Zibai Mountain National Forest Park Inside Zhangliang Temple, there is a stele inscribed by Mi Fu for Zibai Mountain, titled 'First Mountain,' and a serene bamboo forest. The 50 yuan ticket is indeed worth it. We didn't go to Zibai Mountain because of the rain, but it is said that the scenery at the top is beautiful, and there is a cable car.

Escape the heat in Xi'an with a cool summer day at 22°C Liuba, a small town in southern Shaanxi About 3.5 hours drive to Liuba Old Street in the southern suburbs Old Street--Daoban Inn (along China's most beautiful countryside road) about 40 minutes drive Daoban Inn--Lovers' Valley - Lion Gully Ranch (about 1h, both scenic spots are free) The roads are all mountainous, self-driving or chartered car is recommended. A very famous homestay, with a nice environment and air, and the rooms are quite large, offering standard room types. You can have a barbecue in the courtyard at night, which is very pleasant. Breakfast is prepared by the homestay, with stir-fried dishes and porridge, typical of rural cuisine~ Recently, Liuba is not in peak season, and it's not crowded. There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening, and the temperature in Lovers' Valley and Lion Gully is quite low, so it's advised to bring a coat. Liuba County is really a great place to relax and escape the summer heat

Shaanxi Province, Hanzhong City, Liuba County boasts abundant biological resources, with a forest coverage rate of 90.8% and a greening rate of 92.97%, ranking at the forefront in Northwest China. It is one of the water source areas for the national South-to-North Water Diversion Project and is known as the 'Green Treasure House' and 'Natural Oxygen Bar'. Among them, Lover's Valley in Yingpan Village, Liuhou Town, Liuba County is the most representative. The valley is filled with dense forest vegetation, where you can feel the warmth and comfort of the holidays. Recommended reason: Lover's Valley is a pristine natural forest, with ancient towering trees and clear ice-blue streams, forming a natural masterpiece as splendid as an oil painting. The most beautiful seasons here are summer and autumn. In summer, the temperature is cool and pleasant (over twenty degrees), with lush green mountains; in autumn, the mountains are colorful, with layers of forests dyed in autumn hues, offering an unparalleled autumnal beauty. Must experience: Here you can bring a tent and a picnic cloth, and under the blue sky, on the green grass, fully enjoy the peaceful moments of life.

Qinling Mountains: pure fun and no shopping There are too many people traveling during the National Day holiday. If you want to avoid the peak travel period, it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours. These places are suitable for taking children to play. Let’s go to Qinling Mountains this time and experience the wonders of nature in Qinling Mountains. 🚗 Depart from Xi'an Check-in points along the way: first arrive at Liuba County➡️ Mountain Park around the County - Taiziling - Shizigou Ranch - Lover's Valley - Guanghua Mountain - Tuyu Road - Yuhuang Temple, the most beautiful mountain village road - 4,000-year-old ginkgo. Basically, this route is a journey to the secret realm of red leaves. 🏠 B&B recommendation: Youshui Xiaozhu B&B, which focuses on nature and mountain cottages. From the appearance, interior environment, to the surrounding environment, it feels like you are in the Qinling Mountains. You can see the Qinling Mountains while lying in bed. Location: Youshui Xiaozhu B&B in Qingyangpu Village, Liuba County, is located next to National Highway 316. It is very easy to find. Just search it on the navigation 🉑️. The owners of the B&B are two young people born in the 90s. They are easy to communicate with, get along with, and are very generous! Youshui Cottage

If you can't go to Switzerland, you must take a trip to Liuba with tourism. First stop: Lion Gorge Ranch Tour time is about 1 hour; free ticket The mountains and rivers are vast, the world is worth it, wandering in the Lion Gorge Ranch, encountering the soft breeze, the jungle grassland, the cattle and sheep are in groups, walking leisurely, and not afraid of people. Here, quietly feel the tranquility and comfort. Second stop: Lover's Valley Tour time is about 1 hour; free ticket There are winding mountain roads and iron rope bridges in Lover's Valley, and there are small streams flowing at the bottom of the valley, and the vegetation is lush, which is even more refreshing. At this time, it is most suitable to enjoy the beautiful scenery here. Third stop: Zibai Mountain Tour time is about 2.5 hours; buy tickets at the scenic spot ticket office Starting from the foot of the mountain, as the altitude gradually rises, you will see different vegetation appearances. From the alpine meadows on the top of the mountain, you can also overlook the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and rivers. Fourth stop: Zhang Liang Temple Scenic Area Tour time is about 2 hours; buy tickets at the scenic spot ticket office Zhang Liang Temple is currently the most complete and largest temple for worshiping Zhang Liang in the country, with a history of more than 1800 years. The ancient buildings in the scenic area are well preserved, with pavilions, halls, and rooms. Being in it is like opening a thousand-year journey. Fifth stop: Liuba Old Street Tour time is about 1 hour; free ticket When night falls, Liuba Hall Old Street is bathed in the soft night, the lights are dim, poetic and romantic, like a beautiful picture scroll unfolding before your eyes. Travel reminders ① Zhangying Road is open all the way, and the road conditions are good. There is no gas station around the scenic spot, please check the fuel tank in advance; ② Please check the weather before traveling to avoid traveling on thunderstorm days. ③ The altitude of Zibai Mountain Scenic Area is relatively high, and the temperature difference is large. Please take warm and protective measures before touring. ④ Please pay attention to safety when driving in the mountains! Friends who are prone to motion sickness should prepare motion sickness medicine. ⑤ It is recommended to bring some water and food to replenish energy. Bus time point Liuba County Town——Yingpan Village Bus Departure Time: County Town——Yingpan: 08:20, 13:00 Yingpan——County Town: 09:30, 15:00 Bus location: Liuba County Bus Station

The late autumn in Liuba🍁 is beautiful in different ways The colorful forest of larch, red maple, and ginkgo, layer upon layer, fills the sky like clouds, and is as dazzling as an oil painting spread out on the earth. Wearing it and walking through the Valley of Lovers, you feel like you are transforming into a fairy in autumn, showing off your aura as if you are dancing in a fairy palace. When you come to Shizigou Ranch, there are cattle and sheep everywhere. Playing with them makes you forget the worries of work and study on weekdays~ Once you have seen the beauty of Liuba, you will never bear to miss it again

Maybe I have a strange fate with Liuba♥️ Two years ago today, I was also in Liuba Second time here 📍Located at Liuzhang Road, Liuba County, Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province The name Lover’s Valley sounds like it’s full of magical martial arts colors. I always feel like I’m in such a beautiful place😌 Maybe there is an unknown and heartbreaking love story In Lover's Valley🈶️A suspension bridge about 50 meters long Meandering in the primeval forest 🍂 Liuba is especially beautiful in autumn. When you are surrounded by golden embrace, you will see small wooden bridges and streams. There are paintings everywhere, and every frame can make you feel the charm of nature. In Liuba, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounded by mountains on the plank road, or you can choose to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the quiet valley life.