Travel Kangding Itinerary:7 days Must-do list in Kangding

Day 1 | Morning

Mugecuo

Opening Hours: Open from 04/01-11/30(Peak Season),8:00am-6:00pm;Open from 12/01-03/31(Off Season),8:30am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 75 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: Wangmu Village, Yala Township, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous PrefectureWangmu Village, Yala Township, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province

Mugecuo in Kangding City, also known as Dahaizi, is a mountain lake in northwestern Sichuan. The water is very clear as they come from the melted water of the snow mountains. Visitors can pick a spot wih good views and comfortably enjoy the crystal clear waters and beautiful surrounding mountains. There is also a hot spring in the scenic area. If you are interested, take a hot spring bath and eat some local hot spring eggs.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Mugecuo, don’t forget pay a visit to Muyashengdi Sceneic Area.

Muyashengdi Sceneic Area

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-4:30pm

Ticket Price: 90 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: No. 2 Bridge Gongbuka, National Road 318, West of Zheduo Mountain, Kangding City, Ganzi Prefecture

Muya Holy Land Scenic Spot The Muya Holy Land Scenic Spot is located in Kangding City, the hometown of love songs, 30 kilometers away from the photographer's paradise - Xinduqiao Town. Characterized by elegant culture, it is a necessary place to "cross the fairyland and the world". In the scenic spot, you can not only enjoy the plateau scenery such as "Trace of Flowers", "Watching Makeup in Mirror", "Blessing with Sanskrit", "Heavenly Pastoral Song", and "The Peaks as Screen", but also experience "Plateau Grass Skating" and "Plateau Sliding" at your own expense. Cycling", "horse archery" and other projects. Muya Holy Land Ski Resort Muya Holy Land Ski Resort is the first ski resort in Ganzi Prefecture. The snow field is divided into a snow play area and a ski area. The ski area has a teaching track and a primary track. The snow play area can play snow poles, build snowmen, and make snow sculptures, creating a cheerful atmosphere for parents and children to gather together. There are small snow tanks, snow turns, snow assault boats, jogging balls, snow bumper cars, snow motorcycles, banana boats, snow flying saucers (snow circles), non-powered pulleys, etc. suitable for parents and children of all ages. Snow play facilities. Helicopter aerial photography Gongga Snow Mountain in the Muya Holy Land to realize your helicopter dream, take a helicopter to see the majestic appearance of Gongga Snow Mountain, Yala Snow Mountain and King Kong Snow Mountain in all directions and angles in the air, and appreciate the "blue planet". Snow Country Wonderland", give yourself a unique trip to western Sichuan.

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Crowne Plaza Yading is the best places.

Crowne Plaza Yading

The Holyland Hotels & Resorts (Daocheng Yading Risong Gongbu Jiudian) is a vacation hotel located in Shangri-la Town, 50 meters away from the entrance to Yading scenic area.

Multiple types of room on offer are available for guests, 80% of which have panoramic views.

Day 2 | Morning

Paoma Mountain

Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00

Ticket Price: 50 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Southeast of Furnace Town, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

"On the mountain of Paoma, there is a cloud." A Kangding love song made Paoma Mountain famous all over the world. Kangding County is surrounded by three mountains, one of which is Paoma Mountain. Paoma Mountain, Tibetan name: Ramze, meaning: Fairy Mountain. Because there is a lake and five-color sea on the top of the mountain, it is also called: Five-color Haizi Mountain. The main landscapes of Paoma Mountain are: five-color sea, auspicious temple, Paomaping, bathing Buddha pool, etc. In order to commemorate the birthday of Buddha Sakyamuni, every year on the eighth day of the fourth month of the lunar calendar, the local people will hold a grand commemorative event on Paoma Mountain, which is locally called "April 8th Mountain Party", and at the same time, a horse race will be held on Paoma Mountain. Activities, lively.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Tagong Temple nearby is the top choice before you leave Paoma Mountain and hit the road.

Tagong Temple

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 20 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: On Tagong Grassland, Tagong Township, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (about 36.6 kilometers from Xinduqiao Town)

Tagong Temple is located in Tagong Township, Kangding County, Ganzi Prefecture. Its full name is "One Seeing Ruyi Jiejie Temple". There is a statue of Sakyamuni who is the same as the Jokhang Temple in the temple. Legend has it that Princess Wencheng passed through this place on her way to Tibet, and imitated the statue of Sakyamuni to build a statue in the temple. There is a special and peculiar relationship between the two, so Tagong Temple is also known as the "Little Jokhang Temple". Tagong Temple is composed of Daxiong Hall, Relic Hall, Sakyamuni Hall, Guanyin Hall, Chengcheng Tower Hall, Lotus Hall, Talin, Monk's House and a "sutra wheel" that circles the temple. The Daxiong Hall is the main place for monks to chant scriptures and practice Dharma. There are many murals around the hall, which are precious Buddhist cultural relics. The Shakyamuni Hall enshrines the Buddha statue of Shakyamuni that was made by Princess Wencheng, as well as the footprints left on the stone by the Yuan Dynasty national master Phasiba, who used his magical powers to leave the temple, and a thousand-handed Guanyin about one meter high. The icon, this Guanyin icon was shaped by Princess Wencheng for the benefit of all living beings. The raw materials used to shape the icon were the sacred mountains and waters in the Han-Tibet region at that time and a lot of jewelry. The Avalokitesvara Hall enshrines the gilt bronze statue of Avalokitesvara with thousands of hands and thousands of eyes. It was built in 1997. The achievement tower, according to the biography, was built by the great achiever Cochin Garan with magic power, and it enshrines the walking stick and holy objects of the Indian eminent monk "Coachin Garan". The Lotus Temple enshrines the eighth Guru Rinpoche, the three bodies of Manjusri, etc. The temple also collects the tooth of the "Sangji Quba" (the ancient Buddha of Kasyapa), the bell used by the great achievers of India in the 12th century, and the gilt bronze Buddha presented to the temple by the master of the Yuan Dynasty, the Dharma King Phasiba. The temple also preserves many precious Buddhist cultural relics and the code of Sakya, which are precious treasures that are rarely seen on weekdays. Every year in the middle and late June of the Tibetan calendar, the temple will hold grand Buddhist events and dance activities, which are grand and grand. From mid-July to early August, the Tagong Grassland will hold the annual Bazi-playing event, during which there will be folk activities, singing and dancing and other programs. There are colorful tents on the grassland, which is very lively.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Snow Area Hot Spring Garden Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Snow Area Hot Spring Garden Hotel

The Snow Area Hot Spring Garden Hotel is one of the newest hotels in Daocheng, having been renovated in 2022.

The hotel is located approximately 51km from Yading Airport. Traveling to and from the airport is easy with Yading Airport located approximately 51km away. This hotel is located near many of Daocheng's attractions including 尊勝塔林, Grand Poplar Forest in Daocheng County and Daocheng.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.

If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with friends.

Day 3 | Morning

Muya Golden Tower

Ticket Price: 10 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: In the territory of Tagong Township, Xinduqiao Town, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous PrefectureIn the territory of Tagong Township, Xinduqiao Town, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Muya Jin Pagoda, also known as Muya Zunsheng Pagoda, is a stupa built by Dorje Tashi Living Buddha to commemorate the 10th Panchen Lama. It is located in the center surrounded by eight sacred mountains including Yala Mountain, Xiagu Dongqing Mountain, Wenshu Mountain and Guanyin Mountain. The Muya Golden Pagoda is a mandala-style Buddhist temple building with a golden roof. It is divided into three floors: the first floor is the Xianzong Hall, which enshrines eight Bodhisattvas such as Sakyamuni Buddha, Guanyin Bodhisattva, Manjushri Bodhisattva and eighteen Arhat statues; The second floor is the Tantric Hall, enshrining the statues of Padmasambhava and the Tantric Master; the third floor is the Buddha's body tower, which houses the "Tripitaka", five kinds of relics and treasures. The three layers represent the three treasures of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, as well as the three vehicles of great, small, and esoteric vehicles. The eaves of the golden pagoda also have golden ornaments such as golden deer, atou, golden-winged birds, and treasure houses. The prayer hall outside the golden pagoda is equipped with 470 prayer reels, which contain 2.2 billion "Vajrasattva Hundred-character Mantras". There are 4 pagoda-style pagodas around the golden pagoda, and each pagoda contains 100,000 small pagodas.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Muya Golden Tower, Quanhua Shoal next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Quanhua Shoal

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: 30 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Yulong West Village, Gonggashan Township (formerly Liuba Township), Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Quanhua Beach is located in Yulongxi Village, Gongga Mountain Township (formerly Liuba Township), Kangding County, on the west slope of Gongga Mountain. It is about 4,000 meters above sea level and belongs to the alpine valley meadow landform. To the southeast is Gongga Mountain, and it is an excellent location to watch Gongga Mountain, the top of Shu Mountain, in Quanhua Beach. Quanhua Beach is formed by the chemical precipitation of a spring water containing a large amount of chemical substances on the surface. It is about 900 meters long and 100 meters wide. It forms 8 Quanhua terraces down the mountain. There are more than a dozen five-color pools of different sizes and shapes on each terrace, with a water depth of 40-70 cm.

Day 3 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Quanhua Shoal, Xiangyun Hot Spring Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Xiangyun Hot Spring Hotel

The Xiangyun Hot Spring Hotel is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Ganzi County, having been recently opened in 2021.

The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Degongbo, Zhude Zongsiling Hewu Shige Huofo Memorial Hall and Eighteenth Army Caves.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Ganzi County hotel features parking on site.

If cleanliness is important to you, this hotel makes an excellent choice, as our guests consider this to be one of the cleanest hotels in the city.

Day 4 | Morning

Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 30 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 35 Xiangyang Street, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, next to the cableway station in Paoma Mountain Scenic Area

The Garze Prefecture Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is a museum that reflects the folk customs, labor scenes, religious customs and life scenes of the Tibetan people on the Kangzang Plateau, fully demonstrating the smart, diligent and creative spirit of the Tibetan people. Visitors can deeply experience and understand the national cultural essence of the Tibetan people in the Kangzang area. The Garze Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum is located on the right side of the cableway station in the Paomashan Scenic Area. The main building of the museum adopts large round wooden columns with a diameter of 1.1 meters to 0.8 meters, a square structure, and a stone outer wall, which is built by folk craftsmen. Its building surface is simple and majestic, with carved frescoes, colorful patterns and rich cultural atmosphere. Stone walls, woodworking, carvings and paintings integrate the art culture of Kangzang area and the unique wisdom of folk craftsmen, exquisite skills, carved beams and painted buildings, full of national characteristics. . It is a model of folk "Bengke" architecture, an intuitive embodiment of intangible cultural heritage, and an interesting architectural art. The museum displays intangible cultural heritage, integrating exhibition, sales and leisure. The exhibition hall on the first floor basically displays Tibetan costumes, Tibetan dwellings, farming series, mani stone carvings, cattle and cashmere weaving, car models, earthenware showrooms and shopping halls; the second floor is Gesar’s thousand Tang paintings Card exhibition hall, Thangka drawing art exhibition hall, scripture printing exhibition hall, Tibetan medicine exhibition hall; the third floor is the national song and dance audio-visual hall, Tibetan Buddhist culture exhibition hall and intangible cultural heritage academic research room, which fully reflects the intangible cultural heritage of Ganzi Prefecture. The situation is a window to display the traditional culture of the Ganzi state.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Tagongfu College nearby is the top choice before you leave Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum and hit the road.

Tagongfu College

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 20 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Tagong Village, Tagong Township, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Tagong Buddhist College is located in Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. At the top, the statue of Guru Rinpoche overlooks all living beings, the golden pagoda and the black pagoda are also mysterious and moving, and if you happen to be able to see the teaching and debating of the practitioners. This Buddhist academy was built in 1986 and currently has 400 practitioners, and the scale of the academy is still expanding.

Day 4 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Blossom Valley Daocheng, Azelea & Spring in advance, because all the tourists head to Tagongfu College love staying at it.

Blossom Valley Daocheng, Azelea & Spring

The Blossom Valley Daocheng, Azelea & Spring is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Daocheng, having been recently opened in 2022.

This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate.

Day 5 | Morning

Xindu Bridge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Xinduqiao Town, Kangding County

Xindu Bridge, also known as East Russia, is located at the fork of the Sichuan-Tibet North-South Line of National Highway 318. It is known as "a photographer's paradise". Here you can take pictures of boundless meadows, winding streams, golden autumn leaves, large areas of cattle and sheep foraging on the hillside, and scattered Tibetan villages. The shutter can produce a beautiful landscape photo. Play in Xinduqiao and appreciate her unparalleled charm, where mountains, water, trees, cattle and grass are intertwined, you will feel as if you are in a pastoral landscape painting. No wonder it is known as "the world of light and shadow" and "photographer's paradise". No one will take Xinduqiao as the end of a trip, it is just a post on the road to Tibet. It can be reached in one day from Chengdu along National Road 318, and then go north on National Road 317 (North Sichuan-Tibet Line) or continue westward on National Road 318 (South Sichuan-Tibet Line).

Day 5 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Xindu Bridge, you can head to Zheduo Mountain, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Zheduo Mountain

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Zheduo Mountain is located in Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, with an altitude of about 4,962 meters. It is an important geographical dividing line. The west is the plateau uplift area, with the Yalong River, and the right is the high mountain and valley area, with the Dadu River. To the east of Zheduo Mountain is the mountainous area, and to the west is the eastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a real Tibetan area. "Zhe Duo" means bending in Tibetan, and it is the word "Zhe Duo" when written in Chinese. Since the completion of the Erlang Mountain Tunnel, Zheduo Mountain has become a very challenging mountain on the Sichuan-Tibet line. At the pass of the mountain peak, stands a white pagoda with prayer flags flying around the white pagoda. In the distance, you can see the "Top of Shu Mountain" - Mount Gongga, which is more than 7,000 meters above sea level. In autumn, snow has already started here, when the mountain is completely covered with snow, the scenery is very spectacular. After passing through the pass of about 4298 meters from National Highway 318, all the way down, you enter the photographer's paradise - Xinduqiao.

Day 5 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Yading Jingmi Xiaoying Inn in advance, because all the tourists head to Zheduo Mountain love staying at it.

Yading Jingmi Xiaoying Inn

Reviews from Real Guests:

Guest User: The room was large and the bed was very comfortable. I didn’t expect that I was unexpectedly satisfied with the bed. The proprietress was very gentle and attentive. Just arrived at the inn because of high anti-grain headache, the proprietress rushed three bags of oxygen and took a headache medicine and ginger soup. It was just fine for dinner. Thank you very much, and the Sichuan food in the restaurant is very authentic.

Anonymous User: On the road, I met the homestay recommended by my little brother, which is very characteristic. The decoration is a bit American style, the beautiful proprietress received us very warmly, the breakfast was good, the walnut soy milk was original and the fried eggs were very tender. From Daocheng Aden to climb the mountain, the feet have been abandoned, Miss Sister sent cold ginger tea, warm, and also sent foot baths to soak the feet, feel the warmth of home. Highly recommend to the small partner of Daocheng to stay! !

Day 6 | Morning

Lhagang Grassland

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: 215 Provincial Rd, Kangding Shi, Ganzi Zangzuzizhizhou, Sichuan Sheng, China

Tagong Grassland is located 113 kilometers northwest of Kangding City, on both sides of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. Tagong Tibetan language means: the place that the Bodhisattva likes. The Tagong grassland is backed by the famous Yala Mountain, with flat terrain, abundant water and grass, and flocks of cattle and sheep. There are Tagong Temple and Muya Golden Pagoda on the grassland, and herdsmen's tents are scattered on the green grass, which is a harmonious plateau Tibetan scenery. Tagong Prairie Scenic Spot is based on the towering Yala Snow Mountain, rolling grasslands and the splendid "Muya Golden Pagoda" on the grassland. The scenic spot includes Tagong Temple, Tagong Temple Tallinn, Yala Snow Mountain and other attractions. Tagong Temple, known as the "Little Jokhang Temple", is one of the pilgrimage sites for Tibetans in the Kham area. Yala Snow Mountain, also known as Yala Sacred Mountain, is one of the four sacred mountains in Tibet. Tagong Grassland holds 1-2 traditional horse races every year. At that time, herdsmen dressed in festive costumes gather in Tagong Grassland from all directions to celebrate the traditional festival. The horses galloped on the racecourse, and the thrilling horse performance burst into applause, cheers, and whistles, forming a sea of joy.

Day 6 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Shuijingzi.

Shuijingzi

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Recommended Length of Stay: 10-15 Minutes

Location: East St, Kangding Shi, Ganzi Zangzuzizhizhou, Sichuan Sheng, China

Shuijingzi is located at the foot of Paoma Mountain, in the city of Kangding. Its spring water comes from the five-color sea, and the spring water is crystal clear. In the cold winter, the spring water does not freeze and is steaming hot. This spring contains a variety of minerals that are beneficial to the human body. It has been the main water source of Furnace City since ancient times and is known as the narcissus liquid. Shuijingzi scenic spot is ingeniously designed, antique, and rich in ethnic characteristics. Hanging pavilions, flying eaves glaze, Bashu, and joy are all painted with traditional Tibetan patterns. There are three Tibetan and Chinese characters "Shui Jingzi" engraved on the wall facing the gate. Between the left and right ditches of Your Excellency, there is a backwater platform and an exquisite Tibetan-style white smoke tower with blue decorative reliefs. There are auspicious eight treasures and conch patterns on the walls on both sides of the gate. On the right wall of the entrance is inlaid a horizontal stele inscribed with white marble of "Shui Jing Zi Ji" written in Tibetan, Chinese and English. The stele is 4 meters long and 1.5 meters wide. There is a large stone carving on the left wall. , the full text of "Shui Jing Zi Ji" is vividly drawn on it, which is fascinating. The three sides of the walls are decorated with traditional Tibetan architecture, with blue sky and white branches, full of the charm of "Kangding Love Song". The overall tone is based on earth red, the color is divided into layers, gorgeous and colorful, and the natural landscape and the human landscape are integrated and complement each other. The "Shuijingzi" sign is built facing the street, and the sculptures of women and women on the stone seats are lifelike. Tourists have to stop and take pictures here, making it a must-see attraction.

Day 6 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Shuijingzi, Gasa Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Gasa Hotel

Opened in 2021, the Gasa Hotel offers travelers a pleasant stay in Luhuo, whether for business or leisure purposes.

Famous local attractions Luhuo, Luhuo Ethnographic Museum and Shouling Temple, can all be reached with a short walk.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Luhuo hotel offers parking on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. This hotel is a popular accommodation for groups of friends traveling together.

Day 7 | Morning

Seven-color Sea

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: In Kangding Love Song Scenic Spot, Yala Township, Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Qisehai is 2600 meters above sea level and is a plateau lake blended with hot springs. The lake is crescent-shaped, surrounded by forests and meadows. The lake water is clear and transparent, and its color changes with the changes of sunshine and weather, hence the name Seven Colors Sea. In the early morning, the lake is as calm and translucent as a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds, mountains and white snow; in the afternoon, the waves are rolling, and the sound of the waves is like thunder, shaking the valley; in the evening, when the sun sets in the west, the sparkling lake water is as brilliant and dazzling as gold. 's dream. In different seasons, you can enjoy the wonders of clouds, fog, clouds and water, such as "Double Fog Falling into the Sea", "Muge Sunset" and "Muge Rising Tide".

Day 7 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Seven-color Sea, you can head to Jingang Temple, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Jingang Temple

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Kangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous PrefectureKangding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

So far, King Kong Monastery has a history of more than 700 years. It is an early monastery of the Nyingma School in Ganzi Prefecture, with a total area of 15,500 square meters. The temple is a quadrangle courtyard, in which the main hall is an arched and bucket-style building. The Tibetan and Han walls are magnificent and majestic. It is a must. The poplar trees in the temple are towering and the environment is quiet.

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