Top 10 Best Things to Do in Gannan
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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Gannan

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  • Zha Ga Natop_1
    󰺂7.7
    42.42
    Diebu87.7 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoZha Ga Na Winter Ice and Snow Carnival Begins | Nov 2025-Jan 2026
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Fall Viewing Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Two-day hike: lakes & rocks
    󱓊Taste yak butter tea & visit
    󱨠Saved by 129 users󱨠2483 positive reviews
    4.2/5
    梅韵芬芳梅韵芬芳

    The scenery in the scenic area is beautiful. The only regret is that it was foggy in the morning, so we didn't see the sunrise. The mountains and water are beautiful. It's a pity that we didn't have time to walk the whole Runwu Valley. I will definitely go again if I have the chance!

  • Labrang Monasterytop_2
    󰺂6.5
    185.56
    Xiahe43.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Giant Buddha worship & festival
    󰀆Monks debating & Tibetan culture
    󱨠Saved by 107 users󱨠322 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    I really enjoyed the company, the fabulous and wholesome driver and all the attractions - especially the unexpected horse riding - love it sooo much

  • Ganjia Grasslandtop_3
    󰺂6.3
    Xiahe58.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Gannan
    Highlights:
    Trek and explore the hidden realm of Bajiao Ancient City
    󰀆Participate in interactive Tibetan nomadic cultural activities
    󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.3/5
    晚霞风车晚霞风车

    Gangjia Grassland is located in Gangjia Township, Xiahe, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, 33 kilometers north of Xiahe County, and is directly accessible by road. Gangjia Grassland is a meadow grassland, vast and boundless, with an average altitude of more than 3,000 meters. It is one of the main animal husbandry bases in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. There is a reception desk at the Muyun Tent Camp, which prepares fresh milk tea, tsampa, Tibetan buns, hand-pulled mutton and other Tibetan specialties for tourists. It also prepares grassland tourism programs such as horses, yaks, shooting bonfire parties, etc. for tourists. Visitors can fully experience the mysterious and simple Tibetan customs here.

  • Milariba Foge Monastery
    4
    󰺂5.3
    Hezuo2.6 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Nine-story pagoda with diverse deities
    󱓊Milarepa's journey & five
    󱨠29% positive reviews
    4.5/5
    小溪ོ小溪ོ

    20240703 Trip to Gannan: Milarepa Nine-story Buddhist Pavilion in Anduo Hezuo. Tickets 🎫 Climb the Buddhist Pavilion 20 yuan Transportation 🚗 Self-driving Parking 🅿️ 5 yuan Environment 🌲 The Buddhist Pavilion was built in the 42nd year of Emperor Qianlong's reign in the Qing Dynasty to commemorate Milarepa. It is the representative temple of the Kagyu Sect (White Sect) of Tibetan Buddhism in the Anduo Tibetan area. Entering the temple early in the morning, the incense is strong. The Buddhist Pavilion is nine stories high, and you can go up one level at a time along the wooden stairs. The Buddhist Pavilion enshrines the founders of various sects of Tibetan Buddhism, mainly Milarepa and his disciples, as well as many Buddha statues, Bodhisattvas, Dharma protectors and other types of Buddha statues, totaling 1,720; At the same time, various murals of Tibetan Buddhist content are stored, which have high artistic value. Without a tour guide to explain, you can only visit quietly by yourself, and admire the exquisite murals and various golden Buddha statues 🙏No photography is allowed in the Buddhist Pavilion 📷 Consciously abide by it

  • Sangke Grassland
    5
    󰺂5.2
    Xiahe47.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Gannan
    Highlights:
    󱓊Summer nights: singing & joy
    󰀆Horseback riding & wildflower views
    󱨠103 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    会飞的鱼zzt会飞的鱼zzt

    Located in Xiahe County, Gannan, Sangke Grassland sits at an altitude of over 3,000 meters. Surrounded by mountains, it lies a vast, flat alpine grassland. This grassland retains its pristine beauty and boasts breathtaking scenery. Every snap is a stunning sight!

What Best Things to Do are there in Gannan?
These are all Best Things to Do in Gannan:Zha Ga Na, Labrang Monastery, Ganjia Grassland, Milariba Foge Monastery, Sangke Grassland
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Gannan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Gannan include:Zha Ga Na:4.2, Labrang Monastery:4.5, Ganjia Grassland:4.3, Milariba Foge Monastery:4.5, Sangke Grassland:4.4
At what locations in Gannan can Best Things to Do in Gannan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Gannan are mainly located in:Zha Ga Na:Diebu, Labrang Monastery:Xiahe, Ganjia Grassland:Xiahe, Milariba Foge Monastery:Hezuo, Sangke Grassland:Xiahe
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