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Sichuan Qionglai Chalan Scenic Area

四川邛崃茶兰景区

📍 Qionglai City🏷 3A Tourist Attraction
A级景区-3A邛崃市

An ecological scenic area combining tea gardens and orchid landscapes.

Experience the slow pastoral life of western Sichuan amidst the fragrance of tea and orchids, and feel the blend of tea culture and orchid culture.

Chalan Scenic Area is an underdeveloped gem, suitable for travelers who enjoy tea culture and natural scenery. Although transportation is a bit inconvenient, the tranquil environment and unique tea-orchid landscape are well worth a visit.

Tickets & Transport

Tickets

Free
Yes
Ticket methods
No ticket required; some experience activities can be purchased on site.
Ticket notes
The scenic area is free to enter. Experience activities (such as tea picking and tea making) require an additional fee; prices are subject to on-site rates.

Opening Hours

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Last entry
17:00
Ticket sales end
17:00
Opening notes
Opening hours may vary by season. It is recommended to call the scenic area in advance.

Best Time to Visit

Best time of day
9:00-11:00 AM, when the light is soft and the tea terraces are well defined.
Best day of week
Weekdays
Best season
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November)
Avoid times
Noon (12:00-14:00) when the sun is directly overhead and it is quite sunny.
Avoid days
Weekends and public holidays
Crowd level
Low
Crowd peak time
After 10 AM on holidays and weekends

Getting There

In Detail

Chalan Scenic Area is located in Pingle Town, Qionglai City. It features ecological tea gardens and orchid cultivation, and is a 3A-level tourist attraction integrating tea culture experiences, orchid appreciation, and leisure vacations. Built around the western Sichuan pastoral scenery of Pingle Ancient Town, it cleverly blends tea fields and orchid gardens to create a unique 'Tea and Orchid' themed landscape.

Inside the park, tea trees are planted in neat rows and orchids spread a subtle fragrance, with different scenery in every season: tea-picking in spring, escaping the heat in summer, osmanthus appreciation in autumn, and orchid viewing in winter. The scenic area offers tea art performances, hands-on tea-making experiences, and orchid science exhibitions, allowing visitors to feel the charm of traditional tea culture and orchid culture.

The overall environment is quiet and elegant, with relatively few visitors, making it an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and get close to nature. Strolling between the tea ridges, with a gentle breeze on your face and the interwoven scents of tea and orchid, you will feel completely relaxed and refreshed.

What to expect

Visitors can stroll through the tea gardens, join tea-picking and tea-making activities, watch tea art performances, admire various orchids in the orchid garden, and taste local tea drinks. The walking paths inside the scenic area are gentle and suitable for easy hiking, with rest pavilions and viewing platforms.

How to visit

It is recommended to drive there, about 1.5 hours from downtown Chengdu. Alternatively, you can take a coach from Chadianzi Bus Station in Chengdu to Qionglai, then transfer to a local bus or taxi to the scenic area. Plan for half a day to a full day, and you can combine it with a visit to Pingle Ancient Town.

Pros

Peaceful environment with few visitors; rich tea and orchid cultural experiences; great for photography and family activities; fresh air and a strong natural atmosphere.

Cons

Public transport is inconvenient, so driving is better; facilities are relatively simple; some areas are seasonally open.

Highlights

  • A 1,000-mu ecological tea garden where you can experience tea picking and tea making.
  • An orchid-themed park with orchids in bloom all year round.
  • Western Sichuan-style folk architecture, perfect for photos.
  • Tea art performances and tea-tasting experiences.
  • Less crowded and peaceful, ideal for a relaxing vacation.

FAQ

Does the Chalan Scenic Area require an entrance ticket?

The scenic area is currently free and requires no ticket, but some experience activities (such as tea picking and tea making) may be charged separately.

Is the scenic area suitable for children?

Yes. The tea garden paths are gentle, and children can experience tea picking under adult supervision while getting close to nature.

What is the best season to visit?

Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the best, with pleasant weather and the most beautiful tea garden and orchid scenery.

Field Tips

Best photo spot 1. Tea garden observation deck: overlook the entire tea field, layered and lush green. 2. Orchid greenhouse: when orchids are in full bloom, colorful, suitable for macro photography. 3. Tea art performance area: antique tea sets and tea master's movements, full of artistic conception. 4. By the wall of a Western Sichuan folk house: black tiles and white walls, suitable for portrait photos.

Best entrance Main entrance (front gate)

Best exit Main entrance (front gate)

Location & Nearby

📍 Coordinates: 30.36690, 103.37700 ⭕ 5 nearby attractions View on Google Maps ↗

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