Mystical Muli in a Day: A Scenic and Cultural Journey

by Ryan

March 30, 2024 · 1 min read

Embark on a one-day adventure through the mystical landscapes of Muli, where natural beauty and cultural heritage collide. Begin your journey at the breathtaking Sichuan Lugu Lake Scenic Area, where you'll spend two hours immersed in the serene beauty of crystal-clear waters surrounded by lush mountains. It's a haven for photographers and nature lovers alike. After soaking in the tranquility, travel back in time with a visit to the Muli Kingdom, nestled in the heart of Muli County, Liangshan Prefecture. Spend an hour exploring the remnants of a once-thriving kingdom, where history whispers through the ancient structures and cultural relics. This compact itinerary is designed to give you a taste of Muli's most iconic attractions, leaving you with memories of a land where time stands still and nature and culture are in perfect harmony.

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Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Sichuanlugu Lake Scenic Area - Muli Kingdom

Day 1: Mystical Muli - A Journey to Natural Wonders and Ancient Kingdoms

Sichuanlugu Lake Scenic Area

Kickstart your Muli adventure with a visit to the breathtaking Sichuan Lugu Lake Scenic Area. Nestled amidst high mountains and lush forests, this crystal-clear lake is a serene start to your day. Spend a couple of hours soaking in the tranquil beauty of the area, where the blend of natural splendor and cultural significance creates a truly enchanting atmosphere. The lake is not only a visual treat but also a cultural hub, known for its unique matriarchal society—the Mosuo people, making it a fascinating glimpse into local customs and lifestyles.

Attraction Info

四川省凉山州鹽源縣瀘沽湖鎮
Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
Open 24 hours

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Muli Kingdom

After immersing yourself in the natural beauty of Lugu Lake, delve into the historical allure of the Muli Kingdom. Located in the heart of Muli County, this ancient kingdom unravels a rich tapestry of Tibetan culture and history. Spend an hour exploring the remnants of a once-thriving civilization, where the echoes of the past resonate through the architecture and spiritual sites. The Muli Kingdom offers a unique opportunity to witness the convergence of tradition and history, making it an essential stop in your one-day Muli itinerary.

Attraction Info

Muli County, Liangshan Prefecture
Suggested tour duration: 1 hour

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Top Things to Do in Muli-2024

Lugu Lake is located between Ninglang County of Yunnan Province and Yanyuan County of Sichuan Province. It is named as such because it is shaped like a gourd. The lake is about 2,600 meters above sea level and locals see it as a beautiful pearl shining among the hills of the Northwest plateau. The Mosuo people living on the lake are one of the key highlights of the attraction. They are one of the few matriarchal societies remaining in modern world as women play the role of production and management, holding the principal position in society. There is no marriage, men stay in the women's home as mates called 'Axia' and the intimate relationship lasts as long as they like. While on board a local boat, you will notice that the lake is crystal-clear with swarms of seagulls flying over the water. The surrounding scenery is like a painting that is worth seeing at least once a lifetime!

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Muli means beautiful, vast and far-reaching in Tibetan. It is deep in the Hengduan Mountains in Sichuan, and is only one mountain away from Lugu Lake Gemshen Mountain. The county has a higher elevation of 5958 meters and a lower elevation of 1470 meters. The terrain is high in the northwest and low in the southeast. The average elevation of the county is 3,100 meters, with a relative drop of 4,328 meters. Muli, a name that is relatively unfamiliar to people, has an unknown and stunning beauty. The scenery in Muli belongs to plateau scenery, with blue sky and white clouds, high wind and pleasant climate. It is adjacent to Daocheng and Litang in the north and Zhongdian and Lijiang in Yunnan in the west. It is a typical alpine and canyon landform. The terrain is high in the northwest and low in the southeast. Due to the large relative temperature difference, the climate, soil and vegetation show obvious vertical changes. The scenery of Muli is composed of forests, rivers, mountain waterfalls, lakes and snow peaks. Since Muli is little known, its scenery gives the impression that it is wild, primitive and unruly; another "wild" is that Muli contains extremely rich wildlife. In June and July, the mountains and plains in Muli are full of wild flowers of various colors, and the autumn colors in Muli in September and October are charming, which is an excellent tourist season. Since it's completely pristine, it's a new line of sights for photography enthusiasts and backpackers, better than Daocheng Yading.

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The Muli Temple was once one of the larger Yellow Sect temples in the Kangba Tibetan area and has a special status in the Tibetan area. Founded in 1656 AD, it is another large temple built after the Walzhai Temple and the Kangwu Temple. The full name in Tibetan is Muli Gedan Xizhu Qulelang Bajiwarin. The building materials of the Muli Temple are mainly civil, and the style is in the style of Tang and Ming Dynasty. The Tibetan-style Fangbao Hall, more than 20 meters high, adjoins hundreds of monks' quarters. The main building is magnificent and gorgeous. In terms of spatial composition, the courtyards are overlapped, the corridors are curvy, and the foyer, pilasters, and various painted murals and patterns are painted. In the front hall, statues such as Infinite Life Buddha, Maitreya Buddha, Manjushri Bodhisattva are enshrined. In front of the Buddha's seat is the throne of the Muli Buddha's Dharma chair, with a brocade umbrella cover hanging on it, which is solemn and solemn with the roof and flag decorations. In the apse sits a 10-meter-high bronze statue of Jiawa Qiangpa, which is dazzling and solemn. In the small hall, there are statues of Guanyin Bodhisattva, Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Yellow Sect (also known as Losang Draba), the Panchen Lama, and the three-generation Buddhas of Surang Draba. At its peak, there were 770 monks. Destroyed in 1967. In 1982, it was rebuilt and restored to the status quo on the original site by state funding.

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Sichuanlugu Lake Scenic Area

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Highlights:

Lugu Lake is a "pearl on the plateau" inlaid at the junction of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces. It is 118 kilometers away from Yanyuan County and 260 kilometers away from Xichang, the state capital. Lugu Lake Scenic Spot is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction on the Shangri-La Tourist Grand Ring Road, a national water conservancy scenic spot, and a national scenic spot. Combined scenic spots. The total planning area of the scenic spot is 314 square kilometers, and the total area of the lake is 58.8 square kilometers. It is divided into two parts: "Bright Sea" and "Caohai". Two-thirds of the lake and the main scenic spots are in Sichuan.

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