Luoji Jiushijiu Li (Ninety-nine Miles) Scenic Area is located in Qiaowo Town, Puge County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, approximately 45 kilometers south of Xichang City, the capital of Liangshan Prefecture. It is a national 4A-level scenic spot. Covering an area of about 8 square kilometers, the highest altitude of Luoji Mountain reaches 4,359 meters. Its core landscape is a group of hot spring waterfalls with a width of over 200 meters, boasting a daily water output of more than 30,000 cubic meters. Composed of dozens of hot spring waterfalls of varying sizes, the tallest one has a drop of 50 meters, and the temperature of the hot spring water remains around 40°C all year round. The scenic area is home to the world's largest hot spring waterfall, the world's only hot spring archipelago, and the world's only cliff hot springs, and it has won the reputation of "China's Most Beautiful Hot Spring Tourism Scenic Area".
Historical Culture
Historically, Luoji Mountain was one of the early Buddhist sacred places in China. Developed in the Han Dynasty, Buddhist activities flourished in the Tang Dynasty. At its peak, Luoji Temple alone housed more than 3,000 monks and had many temples built, with their ruins still remaining today. Buddhists refer to Luoji Mountain as "Ziwei". According to records, there were two pavilions and thirteen temples of the Caodong School (a branch of Chan Buddhism) with relatively large scales just on the western foot of Luoji Mountain.
Major Attractions
Hot Spring Waterfalls
It is the only natural hot spring (radon hot spring) in the world that can be viewed, admired, drunk, and used for therapeutic purposes. Dozens of hot spring waterfalls of different sizes form a group of hot spring waterfalls with a width of over 200 meters. The 40°C hot spring water cascades down from the mid-mountain cliff. Where the waterfall flows, a magnificent group of stalactites is formed, and these stalactites further create numerous natural pools.
Hot Spring Archipelago
Formed by the eruption of underground hot springs, it consists of six small islands. Visitors can soak in hot springs on the islands, and there are also cave hot springs inside the islands.
Cliff Hot Springs
As the only cliff-mounted hot springs in the world, the hot spring water gushes out from the cliff wall to form a natural hot spring pool. Later, the pool was expanded by humans to become the current cliff hot springs.
Hot Spring Swimming Pool
With a water depth of about 1.5 meters, it allows visitors to both soak in the hot spring and swim.
Hot Spring Fish Therapy Pool
Hot spring fish therapy refers to raising a type of small fish that lives in hot springs in the hot spring pool. Due to their unique living habits, these fish can not only survive in hot spring water with a temperature as high as 40°C all year round, but more surprisingly, when people enter the pool, the small fish will act as "bath assistants" for them.
Scenic Viewing Platform
Standing on the viewing platform on the cliff, you can overlook the entire valley. From this commanding height, the view suddenly opens up, and you can take in all the beautiful scenery of the valley at a glance. Surrounded by green trees and with winding streams, it makes people feel relaxed and happy, reluctant to leave.
Tour Route
Chinese Zodiac Square — Fish Therapy Pool — Hot Spring Swimming Pool — Hot Spring Waterfalls — Scenic Viewing Platform (Hot Spring Cave) — Hot Spring Archipelago — Cliff-Mounted Hot Springs.
Tour Suggestions
- Prepare swimming gear such as swimsuits and swim caps in advance to facilitate the experience of hot springs.
- Bring sun protection products, as the ultraviolet radiation in plateau areas is strong.
- If time permits, you can arrange a full day to visit at a leisurely pace and fully enjoy the hot springs and natural scenery.
Notes
- Abide by the scenic area regulations and follow the instructions of the staff.
- Pay attention to the temperature of the hot spring water to avoid scalding.
- Protect the environment and do not litter randomly.
- When participating in projects such as high-altitude zip-lining and jungle trekking, take proper safety protection measures.
Transportation
- Self-driving: Chengdu - Ya'an - Xichang - Puge County, with a total distance of approximately 500 kilometers. Starting from Xichang, drive south along Provincial Highway 212 to reach the scenic area.
- Public transportation: You can first go to Xichang, then take a bus to Puge County at Xichang Tourism Distribution Center. After arriving in Puge County, transfer to local vehicles to reach the scenic area.
Opening Hours
Open daily from 07:00 to 23:59 throughout the year.
Ticket Prices
All-day ticket: 190 yuan per person.
Morning ticket (07:00 - 09:30): 140 yuan per person.
Evening ticket (17:30 - 20:30): 140 yuan per person.
You can search for the official WeChat public account "螺髻九十九里风景区" on WeChat to get the latest updates or buy tickets online.