The Jiuzhai Valley in Sichuan Province was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992 due to its stunning scenery and its diverse flora and fauna, as seen in this photo taken on October 5, 2023. /CFP
Emerald lakes and diverse flora and fauna add to the picturesque scenery found in the Jiuzhai Valley, Sichuan Province, in this photo taken on October 5, 2023. /CFP
Numerous waterfalls cascade down the mountainsides in the Jiuzhai Valley in Sichuan Province, as seen in this photo taken on October 5, 2023. /CFP
Emerald lakes and diverse flora and fauna add to the picturesque scenery found in the Jiuzhai Valley, Sichuan Province, in this photo taken on October 5, 2023. /CFP
Located in the north of Sichuan Province, the Jiuzhai Valley is famous for its picturesque scenery, karst landforms and spectacular waterfalls. The valley is home to diverse forest ecosystems. Over 200 bird species inhabit the area, alongside a number of endangered plant species. In 1992, the Jiuzhai Valley was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.