Huanglong , The Yellow Dragon. A Scenic And Historic Interest Area In The Northwest Part Of Sichuan, China. It Is Located In The Southern Part Of The Minshan Mountain Range, 150 Kilometres (93 Mi) North-Northwest Of The Capital Chengdu. This Area Is Known For Its Colorful Pools Formed By Calcite Deposits, Especially In Huanglonggou (Yellow Dragon Gully), As Well As Diverse Forest Ecosystems, Snow-Capped Peaks, Waterfalls And Hot Springs. Huanglong Is Also Home To Many Endangered Species Including The Giant Panda And The Sichuan Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey. Huanglong Was Declared A World Heritage Site By Unesco In 1992.

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