Ganzi Prefecture Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Daocheng Adin Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Come to Daocheng Yading, don't just pass by your whole world!
You must come once in this lifetime! Step into the world of movies, feel the charm of the 'last pure land on the blue planet', and purify your soul😍.
🏠Must-know items:
Daocheng Yading is located in the high-altitude Tibetan area🗻, everyone's altitude sickness varies. Friends with severe altitude sickness are not recommended to go, ensure sufficient rest before going😴, you can also take anti-altitude sickness medicine in advance💊, remember to check the weather forecast before departure🌤.
📋Travel preparation:
Bring ID card, student card, camera📷, thermos cup, cold medicine💊, altitude sickness medicine, motion sickness medicine, oxygen bottle, sunscreen, etc., prepare some food when necessary🍔.
🎒Equipment recommendation:
Head: sunglasses🕶, sun hat, scarf, warm hat, etc.
Top: storm jacket, down liner, thermal underwear, cotton-padded clothes, etc.
Bottom: storm pants, cotton pants, thermal pants, etc.
Shoes: sneakers, climbing shoes or Martin boots, etc.
📍Address: Within Riwa Township, Daocheng County, southern Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
🎫Ticket: 150 yuan/person, half price for students and the elderly
🧭Opening hours: 8:20-16:30
📅Best season to visit: June-October
🌟Travel tips:
1. It is recommended to stay in Shangri-La Town🛏, affordable, good living conditions, about 20 minutes walk from the scenic area.
2. Friends who hike the next day, must rest well the night before🛌, altitude sickness can make people very uncomfortable.
3. You can take a bus from Shangri-La Town to the scenic area🚌, every 20 minutes, no need to ride expensive motorcycles and horses🐎. It's colder in the morning, pay attention to keeping warm🧥.
4. There are many shopping points near the scenic area, some people sell local oxygen bottles, don't buy! Super pit! You can prepare in advance or buy in Shangri-La Town, about 20 yuan a bottle.
5. There are few toilets in the scenic area, only one each in Zhaguanbeng and the short hiking route, try to drink less water🥤.
Come to Daocheng Yading and start a journey to purify your soul!😘
Tour around Chengdu | Heaven is on the left, Daocheng is on the right
Heaven is on the left, Daocheng is on the right. ✔️If there is a place in the world that you must visit once in your lifetime, it must be Daocheng Yading.
✔️Daocheng Yading is located in the lower left corner of the Sichuan West 318 ring road, close to Diqing, Yunnan. As a must-drive place for countless self-driving enthusiasts, Daocheng Yading has three major sacred mountains, Yangmaiyong, Xianairi, and Jarnadoji. It has the Milk Sea, Pearl Sea, and Five-Color Sea located at the top of the snow mountain. In the scenic area, you can feel the magnificent scenery of the snow-capped mountains standing in front of you without using 7x zoom.
✔️The Sichuan West G318 passes through Yucheng-Yaan, the red city-Luding, the slippery city-Kangding, the most beautiful sunset-Yuzi West, the alien world-Moshi Park, Tagong Grassland, the photography paradise-Xinduqiao, the city of the sky-Litang, the body is in hell·eyes are in heaven-Daocheng Yading.
✔️This trip is nearly 1400 kilometers in total, starting from Chengdu, taking a total of 7 days. This trip may be one of the most beautiful and unforgettable trips you have ever taken.
✔️If you have 7 days and happen to be around Chengdu, then this will be a great place for you to tour around Chengdu.
🌈【Location】
Daocheng Yading Scenic Area, Daocheng County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province.
🚘【Transportation】
It is recommended to drive by yourself, flying may cause severe altitude sickness due to high altitude
📕【Tickets + Sightseeing Car】
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💢【Precautions】
1. Buy enough oxygen cylinders, most people will have different degrees of altitude sickness in Sichuan West, symptoms: headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, loss of appetite, vomiting, rapid heartbeat, etc., encountering these symptoms only need to continuously supplement oxygen Can alleviate, no need to worry too much.
2. The ultraviolet rays are extremely strong, be sure to bring a sun umbrella or a sun hat.
3. Avoid making loud noises in the temple, please pay attention to Buddhist etiquette.
4. The summer in Yading is cold in the morning and evening, hot at noon, and you still need to prepare a thick coat to avoid catching a cold.
🔥【Special Recommendation】
1. There are a lot of small animals here, squirrels, rabbits, eagles, various birds, wild ducks, you can take close-up shots of these little elves in the forest.
2. It is recommended to stay in Shangri-La Town when visiting the scenic area. The altitude is only 2900. The altitude of Daocheng County is higher, and poor sleep at night affects climbing the next day.
Sichuan West | If there is a road that must be taken in this life, 318 must be among them
This is the route I took for the National Day holiday, avoiding the statutory holiday, and set off 2 days in advance to tour the Sichuan West Ring Line. Departing from Chengdu, passing through Yuzixi, Daocheng Yading, Seda, Siguniang Mountain, Moshishi Park and other classic scenic spots in Sichuan West.
Accommodation 🏠
The accommodation along the way is relatively convenient, the accommodation conditions are general, there are not many people coming and going, and most places have a town center where you can stay nearby.
Eating 🍚
There are relatively more Tibetan meals and Sichuan cuisine along the way, and the local special meals and soup pots taste pretty good. Confirm the price before placing an order~
🙏Seda, a place where there is no lack of faith in hypoxia
🏔️Daocheng, if there is a place that must go with the person you like, it must be Daocheng Yading
🌋Yuzixi, snow-capped mountains, sunset clouds, and midnight star sea are all worth your rush
🌍Moshishi Park, the exotic planet of Sichuan West, as if stepping into another time and space
⛰️Siguniang Mountain, besides Xinjiang, I saw snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands and streams here
Precautions 📕
⚠️For the first time on the plateau, don't drink and eat, don't drink alcohol, don't exercise vigorously, and rest more.
⚠️You can drink more hot water or prepare glucose water to drink, try not to drink cold raw water.
⚠️Don't wash your hair and take a bath in the first two days to prevent colds, colds, and fever from causing high anti.
⚠️You can bring more fruits, snacks, glucose, and chocolate in the car.
⚠️Try not to rely too much on oxygen, panting and rapid heartbeat are normal, just rest and walk.
⚠️If your body is extremely uncomfortable, contact the local rescue station/hospital in time, don't take medicine by yourself.
Probably under the condition of hypoxia, the human brain will forget many troubles when it comes, and there is only happiness.
Daocheng Yading, is the palette spilled by God
Daocheng Yading's winter is closed for a long time,
But you don't have to suffer too much to play in Daocheng,
You don't have to climb the mountains as scary as the internet says,
In the short line, snow mountains, colorful forests, grasslands, and sheep can be seen everywhere~
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✈Transportation
1、Plane: Fly directly to Daocheng Yading Airport, then take a taxi to the scenic area
2、Bus: There is a direct bus to Daocheng from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station, the journey takes 16 hours (note that the bus ticket can only be bought to Daocheng,
If you want to go to Shangri-La Town, you need to add 50 for the fare, tell the driver in advance, he will take you to Shangri-La Town)
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👉Winter short line: Chonggu Temple-Pearl Sea
The whole journey of the short line is very easy, all are wooden plank roads, round trip 3 hours
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✔If it is the first time for friends to go to the plateau, try to choose a hotel with oxygen, because if you have altitude sickness at night, you will not be able to sleep
✔Try not to live in Yading, the conditions are not good, and the altitude is high
✔Choose a good weather to go, you can see the reflection of the snow mountain on a sunny day.
✔Don't take a bath or wash your hair on the first day of Daocheng, it is easy to have altitude sickness.
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🧤Preparation before departure:
👉Daocheng is a plateau area, it will be colder in winter, bring down jackets and warm clothes and pants.
👉Do a good job of sun protection, prepare hats, sunglasses, trekking poles, the climate in the plateau area is relatively dry, drink more water and eat more fruits.
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Xindu Bridge Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Sichuan West|"The sunset snow mountain, the freedom and romance that comes to your face"
This week, there was heavy snow in western Sichuan.
I drove through the S434 provincial road, and the snow mountain at sunset was like a oil painting with a strong movie atmosphere.
The freedom and romance that comes to your face‼️
There are too many beautiful ⛰️check-in points in winter in western Sichuan.
✔️Rainbow Road
It's super romantic, the rainbow road leading to the snow mountain.
There are few people this season, you can take pictures at the temporary stop in the middle, it's like a midnight movie after sunset🎬
✔️Sequka Village
This is a village under the snow mountain that I accidentally passed by. The snow-capped mountain has already accumulated thick snow, which is extremely shocking.
✔️Balang Shengdu
A viewing platform where you can see Yala and Gongga at the same time, with an altitude of 4300, you must wait here for the sunrise.
✔️Gunong Village
The winter in Gunong Village is too romantic. Under the Yala Snow Mountain, there is a clear blue stream. The stream is full of snow, some of which have frozen, like a fairyland!
🚗Self-driving
Chengdu-Kangding-Xinduqiao (5h drive)
The whole journey is high-speed➕national road, the road conditions are very good, girls drive on weekends, you must choose a safe and easy-to-drive car~
🌟Snow Mountain Circuit Recommendation🌟
day1⃣️:Chengdu-Kangding-434 National Road-Honghaizi-Sidingcuo-Xinduqiao
day2⃣️:Xinduqiao-Eyicun-Siye Yala-Gunong Village-Balang Shengdu-Tagong-Stay in Bamei or Xinduqiao
day3⃣️:Tagong-Muya Temple-Gedilam-Kangding-Chengdu (you can stay in Bamei, or return to Chengdu from 434)
How to have fun in Western Sichuan in winter?
1. Go ice skating on various lakes, such as the wild horse sea of Zhe Duo Mountain, the Sting Lake of Kangding Airport, the Lake of Black Stone City, the seven mountains and seven lakes of Tagong Grassland, it's really great!
2. If you want to see the golden sunshine on the snow-capped mountains, many places have been closed due to the snow.
There are actually several peaks around Xindu Bridge that you can go to, such as Yuzi West, Gedilam, Mannuka, and the newly built Ze Ren Beng Zeng.
It's only about an hour's drive from Xindu Bridge, and cars can reach directly.
For those who want to go, it hasn't started snowing there yet, set off quickly~ Xindu Bridge
I thought Nordic was already very beautiful, until I came to Xinduqiao
I thought Nordic was already very beautiful, until I came to Xinduqiao‼️|||It's the most beautiful season in western Sichuan again~
Unconsciously reminded of a beautiful ancient poem:
'Falling rosy clouds and solitary geese fly together, autumn water and the long sky are the same color'
Although I have been to western Sichuan 10 times, I still can't forget the autumn of Xinduqiao😭
Watching the colorful forest under the snow mountain, watching the sunset on the viewing platform🌄
This is a scenic spot that must be visited once in a lifetime‼️
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Take advantage of being young now, take advantage of having time now, take advantage of the bleak autumn scenery in western Sichuan, go to a western Sichuan without 👩👩👧👧crowds, no traffic jams🚎, this journey will harvest a lot of unexpected scenery, let's go~
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🏔️Xinduqiao along the road
No matter spring or summer, there are unique landscapes here, but I love the autumn yellow more, with a white scarf🧣, shooting 🎬Korean style photos
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🏔️Jiagenba Riche Village
Cars can reach directly, Tibetan houses, yellow meadows, colorful forests, running horses, you can also camp here⛺️
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🏔️Basang Village
A small village in the secret area around Xinduqiao, there are almost no cars here, standing by the river to take pictures is very atmospheric
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🏔️Juri Village
A village in the mountain nest, it still maintains the original ecology, autumn wooden bridge, stream and blue sky and white clouds☁️, a treasure land that no one cares about
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🏔️Xia Ba Village
The poplar trees on both sides of the road, the bustling traffic, the crowd taking pictures under the sunset📷, seem particularly comfortable
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🏔️Lize Village
The grassland here is particularly healing in summer, the autumn color cows are basking in the sun☀️ here, everything is like a Miyazaki Hayao cartoon
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🏔️Changmu Village along the way
I prefer the lakeside here, full of poplar trees🌲, autumn wind and fallen leaves, clear streams, camping here is simply too comfortable
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🔥Practical tips for playing
1. Be sure to go in autumn, usually ends at the end of November, Xinduqiao starts and ends early in autumn, if you go late, the leaves🍃 will fall off
2. The weather is also very important, sunny weather, sufficient light can take many unexpected beautiful photos
3. It is recommended to take the 248 road to Xinduqiao, do not go to Zheduoshan, you can see many unexpected beautiful scenery
4. In addition to Xinduqiao, there are many super beautiful sunset viewing platforms in western Sichuan, such as Lengga Lake, Gedilam, Yuzi West, must go
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🚗【3 days and 2 nights western Sichuan itinerary】
D1: Chengdu-Kangding-Red Sea-Kangding Internet Celebrity Airport Road-Yuzi West-Xinduqiao
D2: Xinduqiao-Tagong Grassland-Muya Temple-Mostone Park-Xinduqiao
D3: Xinduqiao-Zheduo Mountain-Kangding-Chengdu
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🚗【5 days and 4 nights western Sichuan itinerary】
D1: Chengdu-Red Sea-Kangding Internet Celebrity Airport Road-Gedilam/Yuzi West-Xinduqiao
D2: Xinduqiao-Jiagenba-Moon Lake-Xinduqiao
D3: Xinduqiao-Seda Buddhist College-Seda County
D4: Seda-Jinchuan-Guanyin Bridge-Danba
D5: Danba-Four Girls Mountain-Barang Mountain-Chengdu
Grassland Horseriding in Garze (Sichuan)
Garze or Kandze in West Sichuan is an autonomous region with many minorities. It's part of the Tibet-Qinghai plateau and you can see grasslands and mountains. 🏔️🐎 I recommend to go there by car, because public transport is quite difficult, although it's possible. Booking a tour would be an alternative option, in case you don't have the Chinese driver license.
🏷️ Price: 30-200 RMB, depending on the length and location.
📍There are hundreds of local horse riding spots, very nice view and enough hotels and restaurants nearby you get in the Xin-Du-Qiao area.
#sichuan #horseriding #tibetanculture #china
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Larung Gar Buddhist Academy Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
My recommendation: You must visit Seda in winter, here's the detailed guide
Winter in Seda❄️
A world of only red and white❗️
It appears even more mysterious and solemn
The red and white spread across the mountains and fields are soul-stirring😭
This winter, you must go and experience it❗️
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✅Here's the travel guide for Seda⭕️ and important notes⚠️ I've prepared for everyone, don't miss out if you want to go!
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👉Itinerary
D1: Chengdu - Honghaizi - Yuzixi/Gedelaram - Xinduqiao
D2: Xinduqiao - Tagong Grassland - Muya Gold Pagoda - Seda
D3: Seda - Wuming Buddhist Institute - Yala Snow Mountain - Danba
D4: Jiaju Tibetan Village - Shuangqiao Valley of the Four Girls Mountain - Chengdu
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【🎫Ticket Reservation Notes】
🔸Reservations can be made online or offline, online reservations must be made three days in advance through the 'Larung Gar Entry Reservation' app, 30 RMB per person
🔸Offline reservations cannot be made on the same day, you need to reserve one day in advance at the Seda Jinma Grassland Distribution Center, it's recommended to choose online reservations
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⚠️Important Notes
✔️Respect local customs, keep quiet during visits, and do not touch local children's heads
✔️Without permission, do not take pictures inside local Tibetan temples
✔️Seda is a place for monks and nuns to study and practice, do not consume meat in public places
✔️Dress appropriately, respect religious beliefs
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📷Must-visit Classic Attractions
📍Seda: A must-visit pilgrimage site of the red Buddha land
📍Yuzixi: Gaze at Gongga Snow Mountain, Yala Snow Mountain
📍Four Girls Mountain: The Swiss of the East, the Alps of the East
📍Muya Gold Pagoda: The exotic planet of Western Sichuan
📍Tagong Grassland: Muya Gold Pagoda and Yala Snow Mountain in the same frame
📍Gedelaram: Lighthouse, carousel, log cabin
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🎒Essentials for the Trip
🔸Stay warm and protected from the sun, down jacket is a must. Sunscreen is essential
🔸Worried about altitude sickness, make sure to rest well the night before, staying up late can really make you more susceptible
🔸Don't stay in the wind for a long time, it can cause headaches
🔸Don't bathe or wash your hair on the first day after entering the plateau
🔸Bring your ID and other documents, charger, power bank, headphones
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㊙️Highlights of the Trip
💥Pure fun! Pure fun! Pure fun!
💥Local regular travel agency, sign a formal travel contract
💥Focused on quality and travel for young people born in the 90s and 00s👭
💥2-6 person groups, experienced drivers guide you, free and comfortable
💥Complimentary travel photography, capturing beautiful moments
💥Pure fun small groups, no shopping, no hidden costs
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The Red Buddha Land, don't miss it again
Seda, Sichuan, a place full of mystery, attracts countless tourists to visit. If one day you feel weary, why not escape the hustle and bustle of the world and walk through Seda. Here, the Red Buddha Land, the golden grassland, and the blue sky lake, form a unique visual feast. Come to Seda to feel the power of faith and bathe in the Buddha's light!
🌟Recommended itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Seda, visit the Seda Buddhist Academy, and appreciate the charm of the Red Buddha Land.
Day 2: Go to the Wuming Buddhist Academy, listen to the Buddhist teachings, and experience the lively scene of monks debating.
Day 3: Climb to the top of the Buddhist Academy mountain, watch the spectacular sunrise and sunset, and feel the solemnity of faith.
Day 4: Visit the Seda celestial burial platform, and understand the cultural customs of Tibet.
Day 5: Ride horses and take photos on the Seda grassland, and appreciate the beauty of nature.
💖Travel tips:
1. Seda is at a high altitude, take precautions against altitude sickness in advance.
2. Respect local customs, do not touch Buddha statues and prayer wheels at will.
3. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and other sun protection items.
4. Take advantage of the clear weather to take beautiful photos.
😜Emoji pack attack:
1. The Red Buddha Land of Seda, inspiring awe in people. (😲)
2. Monks debating, a collision of wisdom and passion! (🎓)
3. Sunrise at the top of the Buddhist Academy, the power of faith warms the heart. (🌅)
4. On the celestial burial platform, contemplation of the cycle of life and death. (🌌)
5. On the Seda grassland, ride horses freely, releasing freedom! (🐎)
Come to Seda, start your journey of faith! Here, you will experience an unprecedented shock and emotion! 💪💖
Heavenly Buddha land! Seda on earth! The chant of Sanskrit echoes
Seda☞ A sight full of red houses! Neatly scattered along the mountain, the continuous stretch is truly stunning!!
Climb a mountain, seek a faith, listen to the chant, enjoy a moment of tranquility...
Seda is about 4000 meters above sea level, with temperatures reaching below -10°C, so if you visit from March to May, make sure to keep warm! Calm your mind and slowly immerse yourself in the local religious culture...
Location: , about 20 kilometers from Seda County to the Buddhist Academy...
Photography at Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: At 8 am you can capture the morning mist, and at 4 pm you can capture the sunlight shining on the red houses!
Cuisine: In Seda, you can experience local Tibetan meals, as well as some Sichuan cuisine, featuring special cold-water stone pot fish, beef and mutton hotpot, tsampa, highland barley cake, butter tea, and yak yogurt...
tips: Do not wear hats inside the Buddha hall, dress modestly, do not casually take photos of monks or Tibetans on the road... In places within the temple where photography is prohibited, please put down your camera!
Seda in Buddha Country|The latest and most comprehensive Seda nanny-level guide on the internet
|The latest and most comprehensive Seda nanny-level guide on the internet. Dressed in red to cultivate a Buddhist heart, a red wall separates the mundane world.
📍About Seda
①Located in Luoruo Town, Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province
②Seda Buddhist College is the largest Tibetan Buddhist College in the world
🌍About Navigation
Navigate directly to Seda Wuming Buddhist College, do not navigate directly to Seda County.
🚍About Ticket Reservation
①Online reservation
VX search for "Larong Gou Entry Reservation", ticket price is 30 yuan/person, there are three time slots for entry every day, 9:10 in the morning, 13:40 at noon, 16:40 in the afternoon, the visiting time is generally 40 minutes, the original car enters and exits.
Precautions:
1、Tickets are released 54 hours in advance (18:00 in the afternoon) (for example, if you play on the 4th, you need to make a reservation at 18:00 on the 1st)
2、Set the alarm for 17:59, enter the interface in advance, and immediately select the reservation person as soon as the time comes
3、Only the person can make a reservation, minors can make a reservation on behalf of, if adults do not know how to operate, be sure to familiarize yourself with it in advance
②Make a reservation on site one day in advance
Reservation and boarding location: Seda County Jinma Grassland Tourist Distribution Center
The number of tickets for each time slot is limited, if possible, remember to queue up in advance
③If the first 2 types of reservations are not made, then......
You can enter through local channels offline, the cost is between 100-200 yuan
🏠About Accommodation
1、Self-driving can choose Seda County, the conditions will be relatively better, more convenient
2、For those who book tickets online, you can choose to stay in Luoruo Town, which is convenient for getting on the bus
Tips:
1、Seda Larong Wuming Buddhist College is not a scenic spot, it is a religious activity place, be sure to respect the local religious beliefs when playing
2、The Buddhist College prohibits flying drones!!!
3、Be sure to keep warm and protect against the sun
4、The average altitude of Seda is about 4000 meters, always pay attention to your physical condition
5、Social vehicles cannot enter, you need to park your vehicle in Luoruo Town parking lot in advance, and take the shuttle bus at the distribution center
I am Mu Zi, meeting a different self on the road. If you are ready, remember to Didi me! Follow me, I'll show you a different western China!
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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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How to have fun in Western Sichuan in winter?
1. Go ice skating on various lakes, such as the wild horse sea of Zhe Duo Mountain, the Sting Lake of Kangding Airport, the Lake of Black Stone City, the seven mountains and seven lakes of Tagong Grassland, it's really great!
2. If you want to see the golden sunshine on the snow-capped mountains, many places have been closed due to the snow.
There are actually several peaks around Xindu Bridge that you can go to, such as Yuzi West, Gedilam, Mannuka, and the newly built Ze Ren Beng Zeng.
It's only about an hour's drive from Xindu Bridge, and cars can reach directly.
For those who want to go, it hasn't started snowing there yet, set off quickly~ Xindu Bridge
The hidden gem of Western Sichuan, a Swiss-like pastoral landscape awaits your flirtation!
🎉Beyond the towering snow-capped mountains🏔️, shimmering lakes, and dense forests of Western Sichuan, there lies a picturesque, refreshing pastoral scene! This place is Xinduqiao, a breathtakingly beautiful place that will make you linger and forget to return!💖
🌼🐎Xinduqiao, a pastoral symphony where cattle, sheep, and horses gather, is brimming with life and vitality. When the May Day holiday or summer arrives, it becomes an ideal spot for picnics, camping🏕️, and leisurely outings! If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, cast aside the worries of work and life, why not explore Western Sichuan for yourself!🌈
📸There are countless pastoral check-in spots along the way, each worth stopping for a photo!📷 Waze Township, a world of light and shadow, makes you feel as if you are in a fairyland; Juri Temple, with its serene valley setting, is a perfect choice for wedding photography; along the way in Riche Village, fields, streams, and little wooden bridges, each spot irresistibly invites admiration...
🏡In addition, there are beautiful places like Songdun Niji Post, Shuiqiao Village·Wilderness Journey, Maiba Village, and more waiting for you to explore! Here, you can feel the charm of nature and also enjoy the warmth and comfort of homestays.💕
🚗Of course, there are some things to keep in mind when traveling! The plateau weather is changeable, remember to bring more clothes; drink some Rhodiola before setting off to maintain a good mood; for family trips, it is not recommended to bring family members who are too young or too old; and be sure to take sun protection measures!🌞
🔥Finally, I'll share with you a less crowded route that allows you to travel through Western Sichuan with ease! Starting from Chengdu, the route passes through Kangding Airport Road, Balang Shengdu, Moshishan Park, Tagong Grassland, and other places, eventually returning to Chengdu. This route is not only stunningly beautiful but also relatively off the beaten path, avoiding the awkwardness of overcrowding.🚙
Spring Limited Edition | The pear and peach blossoms are in bloom, we can set off now
| The pear and peach blossoms are in bloom, we can set off now. The pear blossoms in Western Sichuan and the peach blossoms in Tibet seem to have become the symbols of the start of spring, with pear and peach blossoms flourishing in the mountains, valleys, and villages, bringing new life to the entire western region.
In the winter of thousands of miles of ice and drifting snow, it's hard not to marvel at the sight of a different color, and exclaim that a myriad of purples and reds always heralds spring.
The weather is just right, let's walk into this place together in March, peering through the windows of Tibetan houses to see the peach and pear blossoms blooming on the slopes, as if entering into an oil painting.
Travel Suggestions:
Peach Blossom
D1: Gather in Chengdu
D2: Chengdu - Yingxiu - Shuangqiao Valley of the Four Girls Mountain - Xiaojin - Danba
D3: Danba - Jinchuan. Hundred-mile Pear Blossom Sea - Jiaju Tibetan Village
D4: Jiaju Tibetan Village - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Moxi Park - Tagong Grassland - Mani Valley - Xinduqiao Town
D5: Xinduqiao Town - Eighteen Bends of the Heavenly Road - Kazila Mountain - Litang. Letong Ancient Town - Maoya Grassland - Haizi Mountain. Sister Lakes - Batang - Mangkang
D6: Mangkang - Dongda Mountain 5130 Pass - Zuogong - Bangda - Nujiang Gorge 72 Turns - Baxoi
D7: Baxoi - Peach Blossoms along the way - Anjuela Mountain - Midui Glacier - Ranwu Lake - Bomi
D8: Bomi - Peach Blossom Valley - Guxiang Lake - Tongmai - Lulang - Sejila Mountain Pass (Best viewing platform for Namjagbarwa) - Gala Peach Blossom Village - Linzhi
D9: Linzhi - Niyang River Scenic Area - Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon. Sosong Village - Linzhi/or upgrade to stay in Sosong Village
D10: Linzhi - Linla Water Expressway - Lhasa
Pear Blossom
D1: Gather in Chengdu from all over the country
D2: Chengdu - Cat Nose Beam to view the panorama of Four Girls Mountain - Shuangqiao Valley - Zhonglu Tibetan Village
D3: Zhonglu Tibetan Village - Jinchuan. Hundred-mile Pear Blossom Sea - Jiaju Tibetan Village
D4: Jiaju Tibetan Village - Yala Snow Mountain Scenic Area Hiking - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao
D5: Xinduqiao - Airport Rainbow Road - Honghaizi - Niubei Mountain
D6: Niubei Mountain (sunrise, sea of clouds) - Luding Bridge - Chengdu
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I am Mu Zi, meeting a different self on the road.
The mountains are high and the roads are long, at the foot of the snowy mountain
Curis Temple Pass (free of charge)
Distance: It takes 40 minutes from Xinduqiao, navigate to Curis Temple, then continue up the mountain road
Yala Snow Mountain under Tagong Grassland (free of charge)
Distance: From Tagong Grassland, go past the clouds around Yala
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