Sichuan Tibetan Area

moxi ancient town

Moxi Ancient Town, Sichuan – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Moxi Ancient Town (磨西古镇), located in the jurisdiction of Luding County, Sichuan Province, serves as a gateway to the renowned Hailuogou Glacier Forest Park. Throughout history, Moxi has been a settlement for various ethnic groups, including Han, Tibetan, and Yi peoples. The town predominantly features well-preserved ancient architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties, exuding […]

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litang monastery

Litang Monastery – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and highlights

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Litang Monastery (理塘寺), also known as Changqingchun Ke’er Monastery (长青春科尔寺), was founded in 1580 by the Third Dalai Lama, Sonam Gyatso. It stands as the oldest and largest Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the historical Kham region, often referred to as the “Buddhist Holy Land of Southern Kham.” The name Changqingchun Ke’er translates

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cuoka lake

Cuoka Lake – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Cuoka Lake (措卡湖), covering approximately 3 square kilometers, rests in Xinduqiao County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, about 32 kilometers from the county town. Locally known as Cuoka Haizi or Zanduo Cuonama in Tibetan, the name translates to “black seawater among chaotic rocks” or “emerald” in the Tibetan language. Legend holds that the lake’s

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Yarchen Gar Monastery

Yarchen Gar Monastery – Ticket Price, Opening hours, Location, and Highlights

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Yarchen Gar Monastery (亚青寺), located in the Baiyu County of the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China, was established in the year 1985 under the guidance of the accomplished lama Lama Achuk Rinpoche. Renowned for its spiritual significance, the monastery is particularly unique for its large population of over ten thousand practitioners, predominantly

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yading nature reserve

Yading Nature Reserve – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Yading Nature Reserve (亚丁自然保护区) is a breathtaking sanctuary nestled in the heart of the Sichuan Province, China. Spanning over 1,300 square kilometers, this pristine wilderness is a haven of natural beauty and cultural significance. Towering snow-capped peaks, including the iconic Chenresig and Jampelyang, dominate the landscape, creating a stunning backdrop for serene alpine meadows, crystal-clear

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jiuding mountain

Jiuding Mountain, Maoxian – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Jiuding Mountain (九顶山) is situated in the southern part of Maoxian County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. With its nine peaks, shrouded in snow throughout the four seasons, it is colloquially known as Jiuding Shan or Nine Summit Mountain. The highest peak reaches an elevation of 4,989 meters, making it the highest

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taoping qiang village

Taoping Qiang Village – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Taoping Qiang Village (桃坪羌寨), located in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan, China, stands as the most well-preserved architectural complex globally, integrating inhabited watchtowers (diaolou) with residential buildings. Situated facing north with mountains at the back and water in the front, the village boasts a meticulous layout. Its sophisticated underground water network,

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jiuzhai valley national park

Jiuzhai Valley National Park – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Jiuzhai Valley National Park (九寨沟, Jiuzhaigou) is a mesmerizing natural wonder located in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. Spanning over 65,000 hectares, this enchanting park is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and colorful lakes. Its name, “Jiuzhai,” translates to “Nine Villages,” reflecting the nine ancient Tibetan villages scattered throughout

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luorong cattle farm

Luorong Cattle Farm – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Luorong Cattle Farm (洛绒牛场) is a prominent attraction within the Yading Nature Reserve in Sichuan Province, situated at an elevation of 4150 meters. Functioning as a pasture for local Tibetan herdsmen, Luorong Cattle Farm is renowned as one of the most prominent accommodation options in the Yading scenic area. Surrounded by the sacred peaks of

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balang mountain

Balang Mountain, Sichuan – Ticket Price, Opening Hours, Location, and Highlights

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Balang Mountain (巴朗山, Mount Balang), also known as “Banlan Mountain (斑斓山),” is situated between the Wolong Nature Reserve and the Four Sisters Mountain Scenic Area in Sichuan, China. In Tibetan, it is referred to as “阿巴朗依” (Abalangyi), and according to local mythology, Abalangyi is considered the father of the Four Sisters. The mountain range consists

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