Mianyang Yi Sea Scenic Area | A great rest stop on the way from Chengdu to Xichang

| A great rest stop on the way from Chengdu to Xichang. If you are driving from Chengdu to Xichang and don't want to drive all the way, you can find a scenic and quiet place to take a break. Yi Sea Scenic Area in Mianyang is a great stopover. [Transportation] You can easily reach the scenic area by navigating to "Yi Sea Scenic Area". It is very convenient to get there, as it is only a ten-minute drive from the Jingkun Expressway. [Things to Do] - Walk around the lake: Yi Sea is a beautiful alpine lake with crystal-clear water. Although it is not large, it takes less than an hour to walk around the lake. Surrounded by green mountains covered with alpine plants, you can feel the tranquility and beauty of nature and feel relaxed and comfortable. - Red education: Yi Sea is of great significance in the history of the Long March, and there is a Yi Sea Alliance Museum here. Here, you can learn about the story of the Red Army's Long March, feel the magnificent history, and receive a profound red education. - Light camping: There are some open lawns by the lake where you can bring a chair and sit quietly, enjoy the green mountains and water, and enjoy a leisurely afternoon to relax your mind. - Vacation experience: There is also a special wooden hotel in the scenic area. If you have enough time, it is a good choice to stay here for a few days and enjoy a relaxing vacation. [Food Recommendations] - There are local villagers selling roasted potatoes in the scenic area, which are known as "Liangshan burgers". These potatoes are ecologically grown and have a pure taste. The delicious chili powder in the middle makes them taste amazing. You will want to eat more and can finish several in minutes. - There are some farmhouses outside the scenic area where you can enjoy authentic meals. Various farmhouse dishes will satisfy your taste buds. [Duration] It is recommended to spend 2–3 hours here so that you can fully experience the various activities in the scenic area without feeling rushed. [Notes] - The ticket price is CNY 20 per person. - The temperature in the mountains is relatively low, and it may be cool in the morning and evening even in summer, so remember to bring warm clothes to keep warm. - As the scenic area is located in a semi-plateau area, the ultraviolet rays are strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures, such as sunscreen, sun hats, and sunglasses.