Daocheng Yading｜Hiking Mount Xianuoduoji, the Sacred Mountain, Encounter the Pure Land of Avalokitesvara!

Reasons to Visit: ✅ The foremost of the three sacred mountains in the Tibetan region—Mount Xianuoduoji (altitude 5998.5 meters), meaning "Avalokitesvara" in Tibetan, is the most solemn and sacred among the "Three Protectors" snow mountains, offering a dual shock of faith and nature! ✅ Stunning reflection photo spot! Chonggu Meadow and Pearl Lake (Zhuomalaco) mirror the full view of Mount Xianuoduoji like a glass surface. Early morning with silky flowing water and snow mountains in the frame, every shot is wallpaper-worthy! ✅ Filming location of "Passing Through Your World," check in at Chonggu Monastery’s white stupa and prayer wheels with the snow mountain backdrop, experiencing the poetry and tranquility of the Western Sichuan Plateau. ✅ Photographer’s paradise! Sunlit golden mountains, colorful forests, lakes, glaciers, and meadows create a composite landscape. Lush green in spring and summer, golden meadows and colorful forests in autumn, and pure snowy peaks in winter and spring. 📌 Suggested Itinerary: 1. After arriving at Yading Scenic Area, take the shuttle bus to Zhaguanbeng early (about 1 hour) 2. Hike 20 minutes to Chonggu Monastery, check in at the white stupa and prayer wheels, and enjoy a distant view of Mount Xianuoduoji 3. Continue 1.4 km, about 1.5 hours, to reach Pearl Lake, a sacred lake at the foot of the holy mountain for close-up admiration 4. Recommended to visit between 6:30-8:30 AM for soft light and calm lake surface, perfect for capturing flawless reflections ⚠️ Practical Tips: - Altitude 4100 meters! Take Rhodiola in advance and carry an oxygen bottle (available for purchase in the scenic area) - Clothing advice: windbreaker + fleece + down inner layer, as temperature differences on the plateau are extreme - Best photo times: morning for reflections, after 3 PM for dreamy sparkling water effects - Best season: April to October, especially mid to late October for the golden autumn beauty - Ticket reference: Yading Scenic Area ticket + shuttle bus ¥266, electric cart extra ¥80 📍 Address: Inside Yading Scenic Area, Shangri-La Town, Daocheng County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province