Danba Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Jiaju Tibetan Village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Since embarking on the road of Tibetan areas, I have followed the senior friends all the way, and today I arrived at a well-known stockade, Jiaju Zhaizhai (Aju, meaning Tibetan means 100 households. There are 141 households in this Tibetan village. They climbed up from the Dajinchuan River valley and stretched to the foot of the Kapama group. The whole village is swaying in the rolling hills, with a relative height difference of nearly 1,000 meters. On the hillside, a Tibetan-style Zhailou is dotted among the green trees. The wooden frame parts and eaves of the residential area are red. The walls above the second floor are painted white or the walls are white and white. The shape of the building is like a devout Buddhist. The cross-legged figure is in the position of the Chinese National Geographic magazine in 2005. The Damba Tibetan Village represented by Jiaju Zangzhai is rated as the most beautiful six ancient towns in China. After the first, "Jiaju Zhaizhai" occupies the headlines of all kinds of self-driving routes of various media in almost every year, every month, there are different kinds of beautiful, red eaves, simple folk style! Sing a folk song I can catch up with the flock for a whole day! This is my longing for life!
To see pear blossoms in early spring, one must go to —— Danba
Danba is known as the Valley of Beauty,
the Land of a Thousand Watchtowers,
the site of the Eastern Women's Kingdom,
and has been named China's most beautiful village by 'Chinese National Geography'.
In early spring, Danba is covered with pear blossoms.
The Tibetan villages and watchtowers complement them,
creating a unique charm.
Located at the junction of Garzê and Ngawa —— it's easily accessible.
The county town is at an altitude of 1800 meters —— no need to worry about altitude sickness.
Five rivers converge here —— there must be extraordinary landscapes.
🌸 Best season for pear blossoms
Mid-March to early April (the pear blossoms in Danba are mainly concentrated in Zhonglu and Jiaju)
🚖 Transportation
1. 🚗 Self-driving: There are two routes from Chengdu to Danba County.
(1) About 340 kilometers from Chengdu via Siguniangshan Town to Danba County.
(2) About 370 kilometers from Chengdu via Ya'an, Luding, and Wasi Gully to Danba County.
2. 🚌 Bus: The Chadianzi Bus Station has a bus to Danba at 10:30 every day (an extra bus is added on holidays); if you miss this bus, you can first go to Kangding (Xinnanmen Bus Station) or Xiaojin (Chadianzi Bus Station) and then transfer to Danba. Kangding has six buses every day (the latest at 18:00); the bus from Xiaojin to Danba is rural transport (no fixed time, safer before 17:00).
🛏 Accommodation
Danba County: There are many accommodation options, concentrated near the bus station and on Sanchahe South Road.
Zhonglu and Jiaju have many options: In Zhonglu, it is recommended to stay near the Zhonglu Township Government or in the Jikayi Village area; in Jiaju Tibetan Village, it is recommended to stay near Jiaju Primary School.
🏜 Attractions
1. Jiaju Tibetan Village (about 2000 meters above sea level, entrance fee 45 yuan, sightseeing car 40 yuan round trip, self-driving cars can enter if staying in the scenic area): The most beautiful part of Jiaju Tibetan Village is near Niega Primary School.
2. Zhonglu Tibetan Village (about 2100 meters above sea level, free): The Tibetan village in Zhonglu is more atmospheric and photogenic. The first viewing platform is suitable for shooting in the morning, and the second viewing platform is suitable for sunset. In addition, there are several less popular viewing spots that you can ask locals about.
🎬 Recommended itinerary
Day1: Chengdu —— Danba —— Jiaju (Niega).
Day2: Day trip to Jiaju (Niega), afternoon to Zhonglu.
Day3: Day trip to Zhonglu, return trip.
Both Jiaju and Zhonglu are very suitable for leisurely strolls, even light hiking, and are a paradise for photography enthusiasts, perfect for a few days' stay.
🍽 Cuisine
Beef offal soup at 98 Tuanjie Street
Sichuan cuisine at the Pinxiang Pavilion on the pedestrian street
💊 Common medicines
Rhodiola, headache powder, glucose, cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine
In just over 10 days, traveling to Western Sichuan in March is something you absolutely can't miss
March in Western Sichuan, I recommend everyone not to miss the pear blossoms in Jinchuan, a 3-day trip is feasible.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chengdu - Danba - Zhonglu Tibetan Village (recommended to stay inside the village)
Day 2: Zhonglu Tibetan Village - Jiaju Tibetan Village - Jinchuan (stay in Jinchuan, the whole journey is filled with pear blossoms)
Day 3: Jinchuan - Ma'erkang - Chengdu
Attractions
Zhonglu Tibetan Village: Located in Niexia Township, Danba County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it's less famous than Jiaju but I find it more pristine. The village is full of Tibetan friends who are very friendly and will greet you actively. You can drive into the village, but be careful as there are many bends. Pear blossoms, Tibetan villages, and highland barley fields are all super photogenic, waiting for a sunrise🌅sunset🌄
Jinchuan Pear Blossoms: The blooming period is from mid-March to the end of March, lasting just half a month. From Zhonglu Tibetan Village to Jinchuan, you will see pear blossoms in the river valley along the way. Of course, the most famous spot is in Jinchuan's 'Fairy Pack' (as shown in picture two). You must get there early in the morning, drive up, and there's a special viewing platform. Wait for the sun to rise, and capture it along with the smoke from the local Tibetans' fires, it's absolutely fantastic!
Notes
Hotels: In Zhonglu Tibetan Village, homestays are the main accommodations with varying prices. Everyone can choose according to their preferences. Hotels in Jinchuan are more expensive, so book in advance.
Altitude: There are no places along the entire route that cause altitude sickness discomfort, with the highest altitude being around 2200 meters. Altitude sickness usually occurs above 3000 meters.
Clothing: Remember, friends, when traveling to Western Sichuan, no matter what month you go, definitely bring a down jacket. The weather in Western Sichuan changes a lot, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is significant. Bringing it is the right choice. For those who like to take photos, bring your beautiful dresses.
Road conditions for self-driving: The entire route is in good condition, even for sedans, with mostly highways➕asphalt roads.
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10-day self-driving tour guide for the small loop in Western Sichuan
We were a group of 16 people, who set off from Chengdu on July 9, 23 years ago. We wanted to share our travel guide with everyone at the end of the trip, so that more friends who love nature like us can refer to it, but due to time constraints, we only write it now:
Day 1: Chengdu to Danba County, stay in Danba, the altitude of Danba County is 1600
Day 2: Visit Jiaju Tibetan Village and Zhonglu Tibetan Village in Danba, see the ancient towers and Tibetan houses for a thousand years, stay in Danba;
Day 3: Depart from Danba in the morning, pass through Yak Gully (also called China Panda Avenue) to Daofu, go along the valley, with cliffs and strange rocks on both sides, known as natural bonsai, the scenery is charming, after lunch in Bamei Town, continue to go, you can stay in Daofu Longdengba Grassland for 1 hour, see the grassland wildflowers, take children to ride horses, etc., stay in Daofu, the altitude of Daofu County is 3000
Day 4: Visit the Tibetan houses in Daofu in the morning, then go to the next stop, Ganzi County, along National Highway 3 1 7, pass through Kasai Lake in Luhuo County (right next to National Highway 317), on a sunny day, you can enjoy the view of Kasai Lake reflecting the blue sky at the foot of the mountain on the hillside full of wild flowers, stay in Ganzi County, the altitude of Ganzi County is 3390;
Day 5: Depart from Ganzi County in the morning, go to Xinluhai at the foot of Queer Mountain, this lake is right next to National Highway 317, this is a glacial lake, formed by the melting of glaciers and snow on Queer Mountain, it is one of the sources of Coqu River, the lake water is clear and transparent, the key is that there are not many tourists, the scenic spot is currently free, the altitude of Xinluhai is 4040, we returned to Ganzi County for accommodation;
Day 6: Depart from Ganzi County to Hongshan Scenic Area in Xinlong County, the unique plateau Danxia landform here is spectacular, the altitude of the scenic area is above 4200, pay attention to prevent altitude sickness, in the afternoon, go directly from the scenic area to Xinlong County, if the time is right, you can check in at Boriqiao, known as the first bridge in Kangba, stay in Xinlong County, the altitude of Xinlong County is 3066;
Day 7: Depart from Xinlong in the morning to Coka Lake, this lake is named after Coka Temple by the lake, the lake is not big, but the lake water is crystal clear like jade, the temple by the lake is mainly in bright red and yellow, and the blue sky, white clouds, green trees, and green mountains are reflected in the lake, it is beautiful, like a fairyland on earth, there are groups of fish swimming in the quiet lake, in the afternoon, go from Coka Lake to Yajiang via Litang, stay in Yajiang, the altitude of Yajiang County is 2700;
Day 8: Depart from Yajiang in the morning, go along National Highway 318 to Guogangding in Yajiang, Guogangding is a mountain named after a flower, because the mountain top is full of a kind of yellow Guogang flower every summer, the mountain top of more than 3000 square meters is full of fresh flowers, and there are two small lakes of the sun and the moon, which are mutually reflecting, the mountain top with abundant grass, horses and cattle are leisurely eating grass, the ancient site of the White Wolf Kingdom adds a historical mark to the mountain top, being in it, you also become a part of the scenery, especially like this pure natural scenery, the uploaded photos are all taken here, the scenic spot is currently under development, the road has been repaired, there is a parking lot, no tickets are required, you need to bring your own dry food, return to Yajiang in the afternoon, stay in Yajiang County;
Day 9: Go to Pamuling in Yajiang in the morning, there is a large-scale Pamuling Temple on the top of the mountain, you can also go around the mountain to watch birds, it is known as a bird watching paradise, stay in Yajiang County;
Day 10, Depart from Yajiang in the morning to Xinduqiao, in order to see the scenery along the way, we chose to go to Kangding along Provincial Highway 4 3 4, from Kangding to Chengdu on the Yaye Expressway, the trip ends.
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Zhonglu Tibetan Village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Danba, the most beautiful, a tranquil village—Zhonglu Tibetan Village
Zhonglu Tibetan Village is located in the northeastern part of Danba County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, at an altitude of 2100 meters, with a population of more than 3600. White Tibetan houses and golden-roofed temples are faintly visible under the clear blue sky, colorful yet without any sense of disorder.
'Zhonglu' in Tibetan means 'a place yearned for by gods and men'! The village has ancient watchtowers with a long history, is backed by the famous Moerduo Sacred Mountain, and is complemented by the high mountain gorges of the Dadu River, making the whole village unique and mysterious.
Compared to the well-known Jiaju Tibetan Village, Zhonglu is a bit more tranquil, giving visitors the feeling of strolling through an earthly paradise. Especially in autumn, Zhonglu Tibetan Village is filled with the fragrance of melons and fruits, with trees laden with heavy pomegranates, pears, apples... You can rent a small car to the best spot to view the entire village, especially at sunset, when the whole village is bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun.
Admission: Free
Transportation: At the head of Danba Bridge in Danba County town, there is a yellow rural bus going up the mountain; it can take you to the hotel, with prices varying depending on the distance to the hotel and the number of people (ranging from 12 to 50).
Watchtower: Admission is ten yuan, the road is not easy to find, just ask the locals.
Address: North side of Tagong Township Government, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, 110 kilometers from Kangding County town
To see pear blossoms in early spring, one must go to —— Danba
Danba is known as the Valley of Beauty,
the Land of a Thousand Watchtowers,
the site of the Eastern Women's Kingdom,
and has been named China's most beautiful village by 'Chinese National Geography'.
In early spring, Danba is covered with pear blossoms.
The Tibetan villages and watchtowers complement them,
creating a unique charm.
Located at the junction of Garzê and Ngawa —— it's easily accessible.
The county town is at an altitude of 1800 meters —— no need to worry about altitude sickness.
Five rivers converge here —— there must be extraordinary landscapes.
🌸 Best season for pear blossoms
Mid-March to early April (the pear blossoms in Danba are mainly concentrated in Zhonglu and Jiaju)
🚖 Transportation
1. 🚗 Self-driving: There are two routes from Chengdu to Danba County.
(1) About 340 kilometers from Chengdu via Siguniangshan Town to Danba County.
(2) About 370 kilometers from Chengdu via Ya'an, Luding, and Wasi Gully to Danba County.
2. 🚌 Bus: The Chadianzi Bus Station has a bus to Danba at 10:30 every day (an extra bus is added on holidays); if you miss this bus, you can first go to Kangding (Xinnanmen Bus Station) or Xiaojin (Chadianzi Bus Station) and then transfer to Danba. Kangding has six buses every day (the latest at 18:00); the bus from Xiaojin to Danba is rural transport (no fixed time, safer before 17:00).
🛏 Accommodation
Danba County: There are many accommodation options, concentrated near the bus station and on Sanchahe South Road.
Zhonglu and Jiaju have many options: In Zhonglu, it is recommended to stay near the Zhonglu Township Government or in the Jikayi Village area; in Jiaju Tibetan Village, it is recommended to stay near Jiaju Primary School.
🏜 Attractions
1. Jiaju Tibetan Village (about 2000 meters above sea level, entrance fee 45 yuan, sightseeing car 40 yuan round trip, self-driving cars can enter if staying in the scenic area): The most beautiful part of Jiaju Tibetan Village is near Niega Primary School.
2. Zhonglu Tibetan Village (about 2100 meters above sea level, free): The Tibetan village in Zhonglu is more atmospheric and photogenic. The first viewing platform is suitable for shooting in the morning, and the second viewing platform is suitable for sunset. In addition, there are several less popular viewing spots that you can ask locals about.
🎬 Recommended itinerary
Day1: Chengdu —— Danba —— Jiaju (Niega).
Day2: Day trip to Jiaju (Niega), afternoon to Zhonglu.
Day3: Day trip to Zhonglu, return trip.
Both Jiaju and Zhonglu are very suitable for leisurely strolls, even light hiking, and are a paradise for photography enthusiasts, perfect for a few days' stay.
🍽 Cuisine
Beef offal soup at 98 Tuanjie Street
Sichuan cuisine at the Pinxiang Pavilion on the pedestrian street
💊 Common medicines
Rhodiola, headache powder, glucose, cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine
Early spring in Western Sichuan is a prose poem written by God for the human world
Spring is the most beautiful season in Western Sichuan, with flowers blooming all over the mountains, the azure sky, white clouds, golden wheat fields, meandering rivers, simple dwellings, and towering Diaolou, together forming a picturesque 'fairyland on earth'.
——Western Sichuan Flower Viewing Itinerary——
Danba Zhonglu·Pear Blossoms
In early spring of March, as the ice and snow melt away, the pear blossoms in Danba bloom like snow, spreading wildly over the mountains and fields. The green and white palette is especially comforting and peaceful.
3.21!! Danba Zhonglu will host the 'Blooming Danba·For the Love of Pears' Beauty Valley Danba Pear Blossom Spring Viewing Festival. Amidst the fluttering pear blossoms, the dances and songs of the Jiarong women of Danba are performed, offering an immersive experience of Jiarong folk customs and intangible cultural heritage. Hurry and invite your friends to experience it~
🌸Mid-March to early April
🚗Danba Zhonglu Township, Zhonglu Tibetan Village
Jiagenba·Oser Flowers
Year after year, they quietly accumulate strength, and the white Oser flowers stand under the azure sky. When the wind blows, the flowers fly like snow, and the fragrance is refreshing. The mountains are covered with a sea of Oser flowers, truly like the paradise described in the books...
🌸Mid-April to end of May
🚗Xinduqiao-Jiagenba on the way
Derong·Peach Blossoms
There are two Peach Blossom Lands in the world, one in the writings of Tao Yuanming, and the other in Derong, Western Sichuan. When the sunlight shines on the peach blossoms that cover the mountains, the whole world seems to turn into a peach pink color. Being in this sea of flowers is like entering a fairy tale world...
🌸Mid-March to end of April
🚗Derong County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
——Western Sichuan Danba Kongshan Homestay——
LaMaiSon · Kongshan · Danba
No. 100, Group 1, Han'e Yi Village, Danba Zhonglu Township.
Backed by snow-capped mountains, with blue skies, white clouds, and rainbows floating overhead, a breeze rustles through the leaves, allowing thoughts to drift in the air, living the ideal life in Danba Kongshan.
Danba Kongshan's exterior continues the traditional Tibetan stone and wood architecture, with colorful furniture and Nepalese-style paintings, everywhere is full of Tibetan charm. Inside the guest rooms, the walnut wood mortise and tenon furniture and American-style leather sofas blend tradition with modernity in nature, with thoughtful consideration hidden in every detail of the selection...
The first hot spring of spring♨️ in Kongshan, let your soul run wild, soothe the weary body and mind, the breeze stirs ripples, opposite are the snow-capped mountains, breathe slowly and live slowly, feeling the blood surge inside, yet the heart is exceptionally peaceful and clear.
In just over 10 days, traveling to Western Sichuan in March is something you absolutely can't miss
March in Western Sichuan, I recommend everyone not to miss the pear blossoms in Jinchuan, a 3-day trip is feasible.
Itinerary
Day 1: Chengdu - Danba - Zhonglu Tibetan Village (recommended to stay inside the village)
Day 2: Zhonglu Tibetan Village - Jiaju Tibetan Village - Jinchuan (stay in Jinchuan, the whole journey is filled with pear blossoms)
Day 3: Jinchuan - Ma'erkang - Chengdu
Attractions
Zhonglu Tibetan Village: Located in Niexia Township, Danba County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it's less famous than Jiaju but I find it more pristine. The village is full of Tibetan friends who are very friendly and will greet you actively. You can drive into the village, but be careful as there are many bends. Pear blossoms, Tibetan villages, and highland barley fields are all super photogenic, waiting for a sunrise🌅sunset🌄
Jinchuan Pear Blossoms: The blooming period is from mid-March to the end of March, lasting just half a month. From Zhonglu Tibetan Village to Jinchuan, you will see pear blossoms in the river valley along the way. Of course, the most famous spot is in Jinchuan's 'Fairy Pack' (as shown in picture two). You must get there early in the morning, drive up, and there's a special viewing platform. Wait for the sun to rise, and capture it along with the smoke from the local Tibetans' fires, it's absolutely fantastic!
Notes
Hotels: In Zhonglu Tibetan Village, homestays are the main accommodations with varying prices. Everyone can choose according to their preferences. Hotels in Jinchuan are more expensive, so book in advance.
Altitude: There are no places along the entire route that cause altitude sickness discomfort, with the highest altitude being around 2200 meters. Altitude sickness usually occurs above 3000 meters.
Clothing: Remember, friends, when traveling to Western Sichuan, no matter what month you go, definitely bring a down jacket. The weather in Western Sichuan changes a lot, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is significant. Bringing it is the right choice. For those who like to take photos, bring your beautiful dresses.
Road conditions for self-driving: The entire route is in good condition, even for sedans, with mostly highways➕asphalt roads.
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Danba Beauty Valley Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Great Viewing Plattform in Danba
Danba is a mainly ethnic Tibetan prefecture in Ganze, West-Sichuan. From Chengdu it's a 5 to 6 hours ride, the average altitude is 2000-2500m. 🏔️ 🌄
There are two main valleys, the western one is with an entrance ticket (around 25RMB), the eastern one is for free and not developed. We choose the eastern one this time. If you drive up the eastern side of the valley, you can find this view plattform with a very small Tibetan temple. You can hike a little and enjoy the view or bring some snacks. Free parking.
#danba #ganzi #sichuan #hiking #tibetanculture
Early spring in Western Sichuan is a prose poem written by God for the human world
Spring is the most beautiful season in Western Sichuan, with flowers blooming all over the mountains, the azure sky, white clouds, golden wheat fields, meandering rivers, simple dwellings, and towering Diaolou, together forming a picturesque 'fairyland on earth'.
——Western Sichuan Flower Viewing Itinerary——
Danba Zhonglu·Pear Blossoms
In early spring of March, as the ice and snow melt away, the pear blossoms in Danba bloom like snow, spreading wildly over the mountains and fields. The green and white palette is especially comforting and peaceful.
3.21!! Danba Zhonglu will host the 'Blooming Danba·For the Love of Pears' Beauty Valley Danba Pear Blossom Spring Viewing Festival. Amidst the fluttering pear blossoms, the dances and songs of the Jiarong women of Danba are performed, offering an immersive experience of Jiarong folk customs and intangible cultural heritage. Hurry and invite your friends to experience it~
🌸Mid-March to early April
🚗Danba Zhonglu Township, Zhonglu Tibetan Village
Jiagenba·Oser Flowers
Year after year, they quietly accumulate strength, and the white Oser flowers stand under the azure sky. When the wind blows, the flowers fly like snow, and the fragrance is refreshing. The mountains are covered with a sea of Oser flowers, truly like the paradise described in the books...
🌸Mid-April to end of May
🚗Xinduqiao-Jiagenba on the way
Derong·Peach Blossoms
There are two Peach Blossom Lands in the world, one in the writings of Tao Yuanming, and the other in Derong, Western Sichuan. When the sunlight shines on the peach blossoms that cover the mountains, the whole world seems to turn into a peach pink color. Being in this sea of flowers is like entering a fairy tale world...
🌸Mid-March to end of April
🚗Derong County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
——Western Sichuan Danba Kongshan Homestay——
LaMaiSon · Kongshan · Danba
No. 100, Group 1, Han'e Yi Village, Danba Zhonglu Township.
Backed by snow-capped mountains, with blue skies, white clouds, and rainbows floating overhead, a breeze rustles through the leaves, allowing thoughts to drift in the air, living the ideal life in Danba Kongshan.
Danba Kongshan's exterior continues the traditional Tibetan stone and wood architecture, with colorful furniture and Nepalese-style paintings, everywhere is full of Tibetan charm. Inside the guest rooms, the walnut wood mortise and tenon furniture and American-style leather sofas blend tradition with modernity in nature, with thoughtful consideration hidden in every detail of the selection...
The first hot spring of spring♨️ in Kongshan, let your soul run wild, soothe the weary body and mind, the breeze stirs ripples, opposite are the snow-capped mountains, breathe slowly and live slowly, feeling the blood surge inside, yet the heart is exceptionally peaceful and clear.
Winter travel, life advice to come to Danba to sunbathe
Winter travel to Sichuan can't miss the sunbathing in Danba, feel the charm of western Sichuan travel here!
The natural scenery here is very beautiful, the forests make people feel the charm of nature
In addition to the beautiful scenery, there are many beauties!
Here you can experience local culture
Danba snow mountains, canyons, streams and other rich landscapes, you can take beautiful natural scenery photos
You can also feel the visual impact of the landscape
There are also intangible cultural heritage art experience activities here
Elephant male painting, Tibetan incense making, Jiarong embroidery, Jiarong weaving, etc., also let us know more about here
Really admire the wisdom of the Chinese
This winter, I plan to continue to sunbathe in western Sichuan!
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The must-visit in autumn in Western Sichuan--Danba Tibetan Village
The must-visit in autumn in Western Sichuan--Danba Tibetan Village.
👐This is the Valley of Beauty, the Country of Thousand Towers, the Site of Dongnu Kingdom, this is Danba.
'China National Geographic' rated it as the most beautiful village in China.
⛳Located at the junction of Ganzi Prefecture and Aba Prefecture--convenient transportation, the county seat is 1800 meters above sea level--no need to worry about altitude sickness, five rivers converge--there must be amazing scenery.
In addition to the tower, the Tibetan village here is unique, set off in the colorful autumn forest, the most beautiful village is well-deserved.
🍂Best season:
From the end of October to mid-November.
🚃Transportation:
1, Self-driving: There are two routes from Chengdu to Danba County.
(1) Chengdu to Danba County via Siguniang Mountain Town is about 340 kilometers. (2) Chengdu to Danba County via Ya'an, Luding, and Wasi Gully is 370 kilometers.
2, Self-help: Chadianzi Passenger Station has a bus to Danba at 10:30 every day (an extra bus will be added on holidays); if you miss this bus, you can first go to Kangding (Xinnanmen Passenger Station) or Xiaojin (Chadianzi Passenger Station) and then transfer to Danba, Kangding has six buses every day (the latest is 18:00); Xiaojin to Danba is rural passenger transport (no fixed time, before 17:00 is more secure).
Accommodation:
Danba County: There are many choices for accommodation, concentrated near the passenger station and Sancha River South Road.
Zhonglu, Jiaju, Suopo have many choices: Zhonglu recommends staying near Zhonglu Township Government or Jika Village; Jiaju Tibetan Village recommends staying near Jiaju Primary School; Suopo also tries to choose a guesthouse above the hillside; there are only one or two guesthouses in the Valley of Beauty.
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Mosika Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Western Sichuan Moscow | Searching for the Groundhog Tour
| Searching for the Groundhog Tour.⛱️⛰️🏠
Holiday trip to the beautiful Western Sichuan to see the long-awaited groundhog✔️
📍Detailed address: Moscow Village
🚉Traffic strategy: 👉Chengdu➡️Danba➡️Moscow It takes five and a half hours to drive from Chengdu to Danba city area and then three hours to Moscow🚘
📝Note tips: The road from Danba to Moscow is all mountainous, some sections are very narrow, it is not very convenient to pass cars, there are no mirrors in the corners, pay more attention to oncoming cars👌Although the groundhog is cute, do not touch it for health reasons🚫
🍽Food recommendation: You can try mushroom soup and yak meat soup pot in Danba city area, very delicious🥘
Hiking and checking in the forgotten pure land in the world: Moska
the autumn meadows, hiking and climbing. Moska is located next to the Jinlong Snow Mountain in Danba, Sichuan. It is a canyon area of the Hengduan Mountains and a plateau pasture that spans Ganzi and Aba states and involves Daofu, Jinchuan, and Danba counties. The Tibetan dialect means a place of auspicious flatness. This place was once the place where King Gesar fought and lived, and it is also a pure land where kind people carefully created a harmonious coexistence of man and nature.
Moska is a small village with only more than a hundred villagers, but it is located at an altitude of 3900 meters, and even has to cross the primitive forest of Jinlong Mountain, making it a secret place in the valley.
The villagers here still retain the ancient nomadic habits. The description of the nomadic way of life in historical materials is: "Eating meat and drinking cheese, not farming", now Moska has changed such a single behavior, let people spread cattle and sheep in the meadow, the scene of the sea of flowers is passionate and romantic, they are happily and peacefully guarding this pure land.
In the vast and sparsely populated plateau, there is a magical phenomenon: there are more small animals here than people, especially the famous one is the groundhog called the Moska elf. The villagers feel that all things have spirituality and will never hurt it. , Will also take the initiative to feed.
Some people say that even if you don’t go to Nepal, you can feel the highest happiness index brought by simple life in Moska. The villagers live in harmony with the animals here, and the quiet and nothing else life, here seems to be able to let the pointer stop, it is also the most mysterious heaven on earth.
The colorful prayer flags here are dancing with the wind, spreading the faith of the devout Tibetans. Overlooking from the top of the mountain, Moska Village is like a blooming snow lotus, mysterious and beautiful, sleeping under the clouds, quiet and peaceful.
The people of Moska are guarding this pure land, in the transcendental scenery, people and wild animals live in harmony, and unconsciously reach the perfect state of "the unity of man and nature".
Tips:
1, High-altitude hiking, physical strength is more important than will.
2, The climate changes greatly, all the way, there are hot sun, heavy rain, hail, and rainbows, and there are strong winds in the pass area.
3, Be fully prepared, headlights and the like are very important.
4, Try to bring enough food when hiking, you can drink the snow water on the side of the road.
5, Pay attention to sun protection.
One of Mosca's biggest attractions is this cute "big mouse". The locals call the snow pig, we call the groundhog, but it is a veritable net red.
The groundhog and the Tibetans live together, and the Tibetan village can be seen everywhere, but it is more imaginary than the imagination, and it takes a long time to seduce it. Oh, its not easy to eat. Its not afraid of death.
"Seduce" the groundhog must come slowly, and then get mixed before you can get started. If you are particularly afraid of life, you may want to change one, don't stalk! But after all, it is a wild animal, you must pay attention to safety!
Before I came, my friend said that Moss cartoon road, and I still have trekking poles. When I saw this mountain, I realized that I had a foresight.
If it is a friend who hasn't climbed the mountain for a long time, don't underestimate the mountain that looks not high. It can be almost 4200 meters above sea level. It is a little tired to climb a hill with an altitude of 4200. Be careful not to be high.
However, at the top of the mountain, you can overlook the village of Mosca, making up for the regret that there is no plane, not aerial photography. There is no one on the top of the mountain. There is a feeling of enjoying this world.
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I found the deserted 'Matcha Lake' in western Sichuan and it's insanely beautiful
I found the deserted 'Matcha Lake' in western Sichuan and it's insanely beautiful!
At the last moment of 2023!?
I embarked on my third trip to western Sichuan.
This time, I stepped into a less-known county in western Sichuan with my friends - Dao Fu County.
I stepped into the secret realm of the towering snow mountains in the painting, the prayer flags, and the green lake.
I love this kind of original natural gift that is not destroyed~ It's the shock of seeing Qinghai after flipping through the mountains at first sight. When I stood on the spot and couldn't calm my excitement for a long time, I felt that this trip to Dao Fu was worth it!
I want to share this beautiful view with you.
About Dao Fu County:
The overall altitude of Dao Fu County is around 4000+, so you must adapt to the high altitude in advance before doing outdoor activities. The overall urban facilities of Dao Fu County are already very complete, and the hotels in the county are very good~ You can also choose outdoor homestays to watch the sea of clouds and starry sky, etc.
About transportation:
Direct flights from all over the country to Chengdu, self-driving from Chengdu into western Sichuan county, we took the 318, the whole journey is about 5.5h, avoid the weekend peak period, there will generally be no traffic jams on the road~
About the route:
The surrounding areas of Dao Fu County are all undeveloped scenic spots. We also followed local friends to several natural treasures. Many of them are inaccessible to city vehicles and require a half-hour walk or professional vehicles to enter~
About the season:
November to December is the season when the autumn leaves in western Sichuan are more yellow. The scenery taken is more autumnal, and the overall temperature will be lower, so be sure to wear more clothes.
Here I share a 3-day and 2-night itinerary:
Chengdu - Dao Fu County - Yu Ke Town - Yu Ke Prairie - Yu Ke Pass - Yu Zhu Lake - Ba Mei Town - Mo Shi Park - Chengdu.
Only the beautiful scenery that you see on your journey can stay in your mind and let us savor its beauty in every dream. I hope it will not be destroyed too quickly and retain the original sense of nature's gift.
The launching ceremony of the 5th "Through the Hengduan Mountains to Retreat the Golden Pearl Mammy Road" and the Chinese tourism big coffee "Into the Tibet Kangba Jiangda" was officially launched in Chengdu on October 10.
The scene brought together people from Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xi'an and other countries in the north and south of the country.
After the assembly, the team will depart along the national highway G317 to the Tibetan area. The mountain is still snowy and foggy. However, after crossing the mountain, the weather will be much better. After passing through Bamei and Dege all the way to the west. Going to Changdu City, Tibet Autonomous Region.
Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons in western Sichuan and Tibetan areas. "Autumn high-spirited" shows the most vividly at this moment. The car is casually captured, beautiful scenery, blue sky and white clouds, green mountains and green water, don't go see it.
Traveling in Western Sichuan - Bamei
The most unexpected gain of this trip to Western Sichuan is that I went to Bamei Grassland and Huiyuan Temple halfway. The summer is the most beautiful season of Bamei Grassland. Under the guard of the surrounding mountains, Bamei is like the stamen of a thousand-petal lotus. The large rapeseed flower sea is also in full bloom at this time, and the Tibetan temples and houses dotted in the flower sea make this scenery very regional.
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🌟Highlights:
✅The Tibetan name of Huiyuan Temple is 'Gadaxiangbalin'. In the seventh year of Yongzheng (1729), the Qing government invited the seventh Dalai Lama, Galsang Gyatso, to take refuge here due to the unstable situation in Tibet. They allocated silver, requisitioned more than 500 acres of land, and built temples and palace buildings. The huge gold plaque of 'Huiyuan Temple' bestowed by Emperor Shizong of the Qing Dynasty hangs high in the middle of the temple gate.
✅The 11th Dalai Lama, Khedrup Gyatso, was also born in Huiyuan Temple.
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💰Ticket price: It costs 10 yuan to enter Huiyuan Temple
⏳Play time: 2-3 hours
⛰Scenic area level: None
🛏Accommodation information: There are some accommodations near Bamei Town
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📌Travel Tips:
✅The best travel moment is the season when the rapeseed flowers bloom at the end of July and the beginning of August
✅There is a small downhill road from Danba, the scenery is beautiful, and there is a small temple, you can cross the entire rapeseed flower sea
✅The Tibetans here have some of their own cultural traditions, be sure to respect, we just because we are not clear to park the car on a fork, leaving the main road, as a result, people do not take the main road, must go from the small fork, this is their blessing tradition
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📷Photo Tips:
✅The yellow walls of Huiyuan Temple are very photogenic
✅Drones can fly freely, you can take more photos of the combination of the temple and the flower sea
Ganzizhou Bamei autumn color, let you seem to enter the childhood world, this cloud in the sky is also yellowed by this autumn color, carefully counting the clouds of the sky.
Scenery along the way, from time to time you can't help but stop to take pictures, autumn is the nostalgia of winter, miss the feeling of lightness like snowflakes.
Swim under the colorful prayers, let the sun shine with impunity, under the shelter of the snow-capped mountains, wish everything is as good as ever, follow the season The side of the body, gently ask.
We are all eager to overthrow the cage like an eagle, and the flying claws fly far away, but how many people can rest assured that the original life is safe and push the cage.
With photos from last year, I have a few years in my life, and I have several reincarnations. I dont know, I only Know to grasp every minute of your life, don't let yourself regret!
Who overturned the palette of God, who painted you this fall A touch of equipment. After the autumn water, close your eyes, listen to the sound of flowers and flowers.
The car crossed the withered grassland, a golden yellow road reflected in front of you, thought it was here When you arrive at Xinduqiao, you can flower the flowers, but it is not. It is just a scenic spot along the way. The autumn wind is rustling and the autumn is faint.
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