Pearl of Jinsha · Hydropower Capital

Zhaotong Yongshan County — The core area of Jinsha River Hydropower. A 2-day 1-night itinerary visits the world-class Xiluodu Hydropower Station, traverses the mysterious Makou Cave Group, and summits Manan Mountain to view the Sea of Clouds wonder. Experience the magnificent scenery of the Jinsha River Grand Canyon and the charm of hydropower culture.

13.86 Million kW

Xiluodu Capacity

Thousand Meters

Underground Caves

2700m

Sea of Clouds Altitude

Millennium

Ancient Town History

Yongshan County Xiluodu Hydropower Station and Jinsha River Grand Canyon

World-class hydropower engineering and magnificent canyon landscapes

Yongshan County Two-Day One-Night Canyon Hydropower Tour

Super Project + Cave Wonders + Alpine Sea of Clouds, feel the charm of the Jinsha River

                        
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                        
Main Destinations
Xiluodu Hydropower Station, Makou Cave Group, Manan Sea of Clouds, Wuji Ancient Town

                        
Target Audience
Engineering enthusiasts, nature explorers, photographers, cultural researchers

                        
Per Capita Budget
¥350-¥600

Hydropower Wonder Exploration

Pearl of Jinsha

Trip Highlights

Visit Xiluodu in the morning, explore the cave group in the afternoon

Attraction Schedule

Xiluodu Hydropower Station

A world-class hydropower project with an installed capacity of 13.86 million kW, featuring a viewing platform, exhibition hall, and ecological reserve, showcasing the perfect fusion of super engineering and environmental protection concepts.

Jinsha River Grand Canyon

A magnificent canyon landscape formed by the Xiluodu Reservoir Area, featuring viewing platforms, cruise terminals, and hiking boardwalks, where you can enjoy the wonder of high gorges and flat lakes.

Makou Cave Group

A provincial-level geological park containing dozens of karst caves, each over a thousand meters long, featuring underground rivers, stalactite forests, and stone waterfalls. It is hailed as an "Underground Art Palace."

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Advance reservation required for station visit
Bring a flashlight for caves
Be safe when viewing the canyon

Accommodation Recommendations

Xiluodu View Hotel
Yongshan County Hotel
Wuji Ancient Town Homestay

Alpine Sea of Clouds Wonder

Strolling in the Clouds

Trip Highlights

Climb Manan Mountain in the morning, visit Wuji Ancient Town in the afternoon

Attraction Schedule

Manan Sea of Clouds

A provincial-level scenic area at an altitude of 2700 meters, featuring viewing platforms and hiking trails. You can watch the spectacular sea of clouds at sunrise and ten thousand acres of meadows, earning it the reputation of the "Cloud Top of Northeast Yunnan."

Wuji Qinglong Ancient Village

A millennium-old Yi ethnic village, preserving a complete complex of earth-roofed houses and traditional Yi culture, including an ancient village gate, a sacrificial square, and a folk custom exhibition hall.

Ten Thousand Acres of Meadows

The core scenic area of Manan Mountain, with alpine meadows covering 30,000 acres. In spring and summer, wildflowers blanket the hills; in autumn and winter, clouds and mist swirl. It is a paradise for photography and hiking.

Practical Information

Special Experiences

Sea of Clouds sunrise photography
Yi dance and song experience
Meadow hiking

Return Trip Suggestions

Reserve time for local specialties
Yongshan Sichuan Pepper
Manan Mountain Honey

Yongshan County Must-Try Foods

Jinsha River Fish

A local specialty dish, prepared with wild Jinsha River fish and local spices. The meat is tender and fresh, known as the "First Freshness of the Canyon," embodying ecological food culture.

Yongshan Sichuan Pepper

A National Geographical Indication product with a rich, numbing aroma and excellent quality. It is praised as the "Soul of Sichuan Cuisine" and has obtained National Agricultural Product Geographical Indication registration protection.

Manan Mountain Cured Pork (Larou)

An alpine specialty food, selected from free-range pork cured and smoked. The meat is bright red with a unique aroma, known as the "Treasure of the Clouds," reflecting mountain food culture.

Yongshan County Travel Tips

Best Seasons