Jiu Zhai Gou（九寨沟), means nine valley in Chinese. It is a national park located in Southwestern China, right in Qiang’s region. Let’s take a look at Jiu Zhai Gou’s amazing scenery at first: 
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Are you astonished by amazing scenes in Jiu Zhai Gou?
I have been to Jiu Zhai Gou once, it is much like the Chinese version of “Yellowstone” national park, its most renowned attraction is colorful water. Due to unique geographic characteristic, water in Jiu Zhai Gou contains special ions in the water which makes water in Jiu Zhai Gou various colors.
Apart from that, Jiu Zhai Gou also serves as home for 220 kinds of birds and all kinds of endangered animal species. Including beloved Chinese giant panda and golden monkeys.
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Best time to visit Jiu Zhai Gou is during summer and autumn, which you can experience unbelievable natural setting, as you can see from the map below: there are three main historic trails you can take to visit. 
Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley and Zechawa Valley are the three main valleys. There will also be English instructions service present at the main entrance of the national park.
Special Note: In case of tourists reach a maximum number, administrative bureau will restrict the number of people in the national park, so avoiding peak hours and holidays will also be a smart choice.
Go to China and Experience Qiang’s heritage, Jiu Zhai Gou by yourself!
-By Yang
QiangCulture 