How many meters above sea level is Aba? Revealing the geographical mysteries and recent hot topics of the Western Sichuan Plateau
Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture is located in the northwest of Sichuan Province and is an important part of the Western Sichuan Plateau. It has attracted much attention because of its unique geographical features and multiculturalism. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to reveal the altitude data of Aba and sort out recent hot topics.
1. List of altitude data of Aba Prefecture

| area | Average altitude (meters) | Highest point (meters) | lowest point (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All of Aba Prefecture | 3000-4000 | 6250 (Yamei Peak of Siguniang Mountain) | 780 (Heishui County River Valley) |
| Jiuzhaigou County | 2000-3000 | 4764 (Garna Peak) | 1160 |
| Hongyuan County | 3500-4000 | 4800 | 3400 |
| Zoige County | 3400-3600 | 4576 | 3300 |
2. Recent hot topics and content related to Aba
1.As the tourist season arrives, Aba becomes a summer resortRecently, many places across the country have experienced high temperatures, and Aba Prefecture has become a popular summer destination because the average temperature is below 20°C. The number of visitors to scenic spots such as Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong increased by 40% year-on-year, and the topic "Summer Escape on the Plateau" on social media received more than 200 million views.
2.Plateau ecological protection sparks discussionEnvironmental groups have released a report saying that glaciers in Aba are retreating at an accelerated rate, sparking public concern about the impact of climate change. The topic #guard西ichuan plateau# became a hot search topic on Weibo, with 100,000 related discussions.
3.Tibetan and Qiang culture emerges from the circleThe short video platform launched the "Tibetan and Qiang Costume Challenge", and the national costume video produced by the intangible cultural heritage inheritors of Aba Prefecture has been viewed more than 100 million times. Search volume for cultural landmarks such as Songpan Ancient City increased by 75% month-on-month.
4.Traffic updatesThe construction progress of the Aba section of the Chengdu-Lanzhou Railway (Chengdu-Lanzhou) has been exposed. It is expected that after it is opened to traffic in 2024, the journey from Chengdu to Aba will be shortened to 2 hours. The relevant news has been read more than 50 million times.
3. Precautions for plateau travelBased on recent tourist feedback, we compiled key data:
| altitude range | The incidence of altitude sickness | Recommended actions |
|---|---|---|
| 2500-3500 meters | about 30% | Avoid strenuous exercise and prepare an oxygen bottle |
| 3500-4500 meters | about 60% | Take Rhodiola rosea in advance and stay for no more than 48 hours |
| More than 4500 meters | More than 80% | Do not go unless necessary and must be accompanied by a professional guide |
4. The combination of Aba’s geographical characteristics and recent hot spotsThe recently popular video "Drone Photography of Mount Siguniang" (viewed 80 million+ times) allows the public to intuitively feel the shock of being 6,250 meters above sea level. The search popularity of Zoige Wetland increased by 120% because it was selected as the annual photography site of China National Geographic.
It is worth noting that the "China Plateau Economic Development Report" just released in June shows that Aba Prefecture has formed a three-dimensional industrial model of "low-altitude cultural tourism + high-altitude scientific research" relying on its altitude gradient advantage. Related cases were specially reported by CCTV Financial Channel.
Conclusion:Aba Prefecture has formed a vertical ecological spectrum that is rare in the world, from a river valley with an altitude of 780 meters to an extremely high mountain with an altitude of 6,250 meters. Recent hot topics not only reflect public concerns about plateau ecology, but also demonstrate the unique charm of Tibetan and Qiang culture. Visitors planning to go there are advised to make full preparations based on altitude data and scientifically cope with the plateau environment.
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