Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, which was added to the World Heritage List in 1992, was stricken by a 7.0-magnitude quake last August, but it is about to partially reopen to tourists on Thursday. /VCG Photo

The scenic area will limit the number of tourists at 2,000 per day. /VCG Photo

Meanwhile, the scenic area will close its roads between 10:00 p.m. and 6 a.m. to ensure the safety of drivers and tourists. /VCG Photo

On August 8, 2017, a 7.0-magnitude earthquake jolted Jiuzhaigou county, claiming more than 20 lives and seriously destroying the scenic area’s landscape. /VCG Photo