Sertar Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)

Just returned from Seda, I've stepped into all the pitfalls for you

🏮A celestial Buddha land, a worldly Seda. A place lacking oxygen but not faith, a sacred destination one must visit in their lifetime. "Seda is a place where religion is irrelevant, and only faith matters." Longing for Seda for a long time, I had only seen its magnificence in photos before. This time we drove there and witnessed the sanctity of Seda with our own eyes. 🚘【Transportation】 Departing from Chengdu, navigate to "Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy," which takes about 9 hours. Remember not to directly navigate to "Seda County" because the academy is 20 kilometers away from the county town. 🅿️Parking is very convenient, right next to the Luoruo Distribution Center, 8 yuan for 2 hours, then 3 yuan for each additional hour. (If you're not driving, you can also take a bus from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station, which takes a bit longer, about 15 hours.) 🎫【Tickets】 You need to make a reservation to enter Seda, which can be done 'online or offline.' We booked online two days in advance. ✅Online: Two days in advance, go to the mini-program "Larung Valley Entry Reservation," transportation line ➡️ Luoruo Distribution Center transportation line ➡️ select time and book immediately, 💰30/person. ✅Offline: One day in advance, go to "Seda County Jinma Distribution Center" transportation line, book on-site 💰48/person. ⚠️If you can't book through either online or offline methods, we learned that you can find locals to take you in. However, it involves riding a motorcycle off-road, which feels very dangerous, and the price is much higher than a normal reservation, 150 yuan per person. Moreover, you need to hike down the mountain by yourself, so the experience might not be very good. So, make sure to book your 🎫tickets in advance before you travel! The weather was unstable on the day we went. It snowed the night before we arrived at Luoruo County (where Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy is located), and it kept snowing intermittently the next morning. The sun came out at noon, but when we went up the mountain, the sun had set again. We only briefly saw Seda bathed in sunlight, but it was enough to leave us in awe. Our reservation time was quite late, at 4:50 pm, so in the morning we went to a popular Tibetan restaurant in Seda County for lunch and took a side trip to Dongga Temple nearby. 🥣Yamzha Tibetan Restaurant We ordered three dishes, a pot of butter tea, and a yogurt. The portions were substantial, and two people were quite full and couldn't finish it all. 📍Dongga Temple About 10 minutes from Seda County, you can drive directly to the temple entrance without walking. Moreover, there's no entrance fee, it's less crowded and the scenery is beautiful, and the white pagoda is very pretty. It was snowing lightly when we visited, and it was truly beautiful. Friends who go to Seda can also visit Dongga Temple. Seda is beautiful. We originally wanted to stay to see the night view before leaving, but since we had to rush back to Chengdu, we only walked around for the allotted 1 hour and then descended the mountain, leaving a bit of regret for next time~

Just returned from Seda, the pitfalls have been stepped on for you

Here's the guide. In the remote western Sichuan plateau, there is a land dyed red by faith—Seda. Here, it is the spiritual destination for practitioners, and a stunning spectacle in the eyes of travelers. Thousands of red wooden houses are built along the mountains, resembling red lotus flowers blooming in the valleys, telling stories about faith and perseverance. 🏞️【Attraction Introduction: A Visual Feast that Shocks the Soul】🏞️ • Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: The world's largest Tibetan Buddhist academy, with tens of thousands of monks' huts densely scattered across the mountains. When night falls, countless lights decorate this red ocean like stars, tranquil and sacred. • Sky Burial Site: A place that profoundly makes one comprehend the cycle of life. Although the ceremony is solemn and somewhat mysterious, it is an indispensable lesson in understanding Tibetan culture. • Mandala: Located at the center of the Buddhist academy, the golden mandala is not only a sacred place for turning prayer wheels and praying for blessings but also the focus of photographers' lenses. Turning the prayer wheels, each rotation is a purification of the soul. 🚗【Transportation Strategy: Crossing Thousands of Mountains and Rivers, Just to Witness Its True Beauty】🚗 • Plane + Car: You can first fly to Chengdu, then take a long-distance bus directly to Seda from Chadianzi Bus Station in Chengdu. Although the journey is long, the scenery along the way is picturesque, enough to comfort the fatigue of the journey. • Self-driving: Recommended for those who seek freedom and adventure. Drive along National Highway 317, crossing snow mountains and grasslands, with endless beautiful scenery along the way, but be mindful of driving safety on the plateau. 🍲【Culinary Exploration: The Taste of Tibetan Flavors】🍲 • Tsampa: A simple yet energy-packed Tibetan staple, best accompanied by butter tea, the best replenishment during the journey. • Yak Meat: A delicacy unique to the plateau, with fresh and nutritious meat. Whether stewed or grilled, it is a gourmet dish not to be missed. • Highland Barley Wine: A drink that warms the body and heart, and is the best medium for exchanging feelings with local friends. 📅【Itinerary: Four Days and Three Nights, A Deep Experience Journey】📅 Day 1: Depart from Chengdu, arrive at Seda, acclimatize to the high altitude, and head to the Mandala to watch the sunset in the evening. Day 2: Spend the whole day visiting Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, attend the morning class, and observe the lights at night. Day 3: Visit the Sky Burial Site (respect local customs), free time in the afternoon to experience Tibetan culture and taste local specialties. Day 4: Capture the morning light of the Buddhist academy at dawn, then return to Chengdu, ending the unforgettable journey to Seda. Seda, a place where the soul can find rest, every inch of land is permeated with the power of faith. Here, you can temporarily put aside the hustle and bustle of the world and find inner peace. Bring your camera, pack your bags, and let us embark on this soul-cleansing journey together, capturing those heart-touching moments, making every step of the journey the most precious memory.

Feel the majestic aura from the Buddhist holy land

📝 Note tips: - Reservation for visit: Advance reservation is required, with both online and offline reservation methods available. - Online reservation : Search for 'Larung Gar Entrance Reservation' on WeChat, where you can book one of three time slots for entry: 9:10 AM, 1:40 PM, and 4:40 PM. The visit is generally 40 minutes long, with the same vehicle for both entry and exit. Tickets are released 54 hours in advance (at 6 PM), so for a visit on the 4th, you need to book precisely at 6 PM on the 1st. - Offline reservation : You can make a reservation on site one day in advance at the Seda County Jinma Grassland Tourist Distribution Center, where the number of tickets for each time slot is limited. If you can't make a reservation, you can also enter through local channels, with costs ranging from 100 to 200 yuan. 📝 Note tips: - Best time to visit: May to October, when the weather is warmer and the mountains are covered with red leaves. 🗓 Itinerary: - Dongga Monastery (over 3 hours) - Seda Sky Burial Platform (2 hours) - Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy (2 hours) - Mandala (2 hours): First, visit Dongga Monastery, where marmots appear from July to October. Then return to the foot of the Buddhist Academy for lunch, followed by a brief stop before heading to the Sky Burial Platform to learn about the Tibetan sky burial customs. Afterwards, proceed to the Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, stroll along the academy's paths, and experience the monks' way of practice. As night falls, you can stand on the platform beside the Mandala to overlook the entire valley and enjoy the quiet, dazzling night. 📝 Note tips: - Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy is a place of religious activities, and it is important to respect local religious beliefs during your visit. - Flying drones is prohibited in the Buddhist Academy. - Be sure to keep warm and protect yourself from the sun. - The average altitude of Seda is around 4,000 meters, so always pay attention to your physical condition. - Private vehicles are not allowed to enter, and you need to park your vehicle in advance at the Luoruo Town parking lot and take the shuttle bus from the distribution center.

You must visit Seda at least once! A place where there is a lack of oxygen but not a lack of faith

🪷 A paradise above, Seda on earth, a place known as the awakening of the 'soul'. Under the azure sky✨, amidst the silver ridges and green grass🌿, thousands of crimson wooden houses🧱 cluster around several magnificent temples, with the Buddha's light shining brightly✨, where heaven feels just a few steps away😇. 🪷 The holy land of Buddha's country, Seda, seems to be the perfect combination of nature and faith, where every corner carries devout beliefs📿, drawing countless souls. Let us embark on a journey to the pure land of the heart and find our faith in Seda. 🗺️ Recommended route: D1 Chengdu--Kangding--Internet celebrity airport road--Honghaizi--Yuzixi/Gediramu D2 Xinduqiao--Tagong Grassland--Moshigou Park--Seda County D3 Seda County--Seda Free Travel--Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform--Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village D4 Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village--Shuangqiao Valley of the Four Girls Mountain--Chengdu ⛰️ Recommended attractions: 🚏 Seda: The red land of Buddha, an ocean of faith, a pure land of the soul, where every shade of red shines with devotion 🚏 Wuming Buddhist Academy: Experience the profound cultural heritage of Buddhism and let your soul be sublimated in the light of Buddha 🚏 Yuzixi: 360° snow mountain viewing platform, watch the sun shine on the golden mountain⛰️, and gaze at the romantic starry sky 🚏 Moshigou Park: An alien planet🪐, full of Instagram style, perfect for moon-like photography 📸 Photo tips: 1️⃣ There is a yellow railing on the viewing platform. Stand by the railing and take an overhead shot of the entire Seda including yourself 2️⃣ Below the viewing platform, there are two concrete piers, one tall and one short, where you can take atmospheric shots from above or from the side 3️⃣ Walk down the concrete road to the mandala city, turn around and take a photo with the majestic prayer wheel 4️⃣ The red streets and alleys are also very photogenic 5️⃣ The best times to shoot the panoramic view of the Buddhist Academy are at 8:00 and 16:00 ⚠️ Precautions: 1️⃣ Seda is located in a high-altitude area. If you experience symptoms of altitude sickness upon arrival, please rest and drink plenty of water. 2️⃣ Seda is a sacred place of Tibetan Buddhism. When visiting, you should respect the local customs and beliefs, and not take photos or disturb the lives of local residents and monks at will 3️⃣ No fire, smoking, drones, or live broadcasting is allowed 4️⃣ If you encounter someone asking for money in the Buddhist Academy, they are generally scammers, so be cautious 5️⃣ There are hotels in the Buddhist Academy that only serve vegetarian food and require on-site reservation 🧳 Essentials for the trip ➡️ Documents: ID card, student card, tour guide card, senior citizen card, and other discount documents ➡️ Daily necessities: toiletries, sunscreen, lip balm, hand cream, thermos, rain gear ➡️ Clothing and footwear: cold-proof and warm clothing and spare clothes, casual shoes, sunglasses, socks ➡️ Electronics: camera, mobile phone, charger, power bank ➡️ Food: water, snacks, bread, fruit Let's meet in Seda, put aside the troubles of the world, and together seek the peace and tranquility within our hearts!

Travel with a guide.

Excited. On the way, you can see a lot of scenery that you haven't seen or experienced before. However, the altitude over there is high, so you need to be aware of altitude sickness. If you are prone to altitude sickness, you should start taking Rhodiola a week in advance. However, it is quite expensive at the pharmacy, so I didn't buy it at the time. Instead, I bought some cold medicine, band-aids, and Huoxiang Zhengqi liquid. You can also buy Gaoyuan'an and headache powder. I bought them at the inn because they sell them in smaller quantities, making them cheaper. For Gaoyuan'an, you should start taking it two days before reaching higher altitudes, and it will generally be effective when you reach higher elevations. The headache powder is also useful on the road, as it works quite quickly.

Travelogue of Seda

A round trip of three days, with a long journey, just to see the charm of Seda. The day before the trip, due to heavy snow, all the tickets booked online were cancelled. Worried about the trip being ruined, I contacted the scalpers in advance, in case I couldn't buy tickets, I would buy from the scalpers. I was lucky. I arrived at the Seda Jinma Distribution Center in the morning and just bought the last bus ticket to the Buddhist Academy in the morning. From the distribution center to the Buddhist Academy is about twenty to thirty kilometers. Along the way, the whole area of red houses is in sight, feeling that the journey of more than ten hours is not in vain. Seda is very beautiful, as beautiful as another world. Regrettably, when I walked down from the altar city to the library and prepared to return to the altar city, I suddenly felt dizzy and had altitude sickness, so I couldn't see the sky burial. Perhaps it's just not destined with the sky burial. When we were in the altar city, a Tibetan child came to us and said he could take us there. It costs 50 per person, which is actually taking a bus down the mountain and then walking up the mountain. Those who went said it was very tiring and not very pleasant in the end. I had no feeling at all when I went to Yulong Snow Mountain at 4680 meters above sea level, and I didn't have altitude sickness at 4000 meters above sea level in Western Sichuan, but I had severe altitude sickness in Seda. Friends who go to Seda still need to be mentally prepared, bring oxygen, just in case. There is a hospital in the Buddhist Academy, but it only opens at three o'clock in the afternoon in winter. You don't have to take the sightseeing bus into the mountain when you go down the mountain. You can take the bus down the mountain. There are many drivers who pull passengers back to Chengdu or Seda County. You need to bargain. Some drivers charge 70 per person to Seda. If you get on the bus and there are no other passengers, you may not leave for half an hour or an hour. My friends took a 7-seater car and paid 10 yuan per person to Seda County.

The pilgrimage place for purifying the soul|| Seda

||Seda. Seda, located in Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Plateau. The plateau scenery of Seda County is beautiful, surrounded by mountains, countless maroon wooden houses are built along the mountain, the red that spreads all over the pits and valleys and spreads all over the slopes on all sides, stretches endlessly, and you can't see the edge at a glance. In the early morning, with the chanting, one can feel a kind of purification of the soul. At night, the lights gradually light up, illuminating the sky above Seda, which is incomparably beautiful. If you want to let go of some trivial matters, come on a pilgrimage of vision and soul.

Thinking of going to Seda, I advise you to think carefully!!!

Thinking of going to Seda to purify your soul? I advise you to think thrice! Seda's ethnic and folk religious culture is profound and extensive, it is also one of the birthplaces of 'The Epic of King Gesar', with Gesar culture and temple religious culture representing a very important position in ethnic and folk culture. In addition to religious temples, there are also attractions like the Hoxi Wildlife Conservation Area, Seda Five-Color Sea, and other beautiful sceneries.

Just returned from Mount Siguniang, the aftereffects are even greater than a breakup!

⛰Mount Siguniang is located in Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, situated on the western Sichuan plateau, and is known as the 'Alps of the East'. The mountain is majestic, the scenery is beautiful, with Yin and Yang Mountain, Changping Gully, Shuangqiao Gully and other scenic spots, it is a good place for mountaineering, hiking, and sightseeing. 🗺Itinerary: D1: Chengdu - Mount Siguniang - Danba D2: Danba - Jiaju Tibetan Village - Yala Snow Mountain - Xindu Bridge D3: Xindu Bridge - Moxi Park - Tagong Grassland - Chengdu 🌈About Mount Siguniang: ⛰Mount Siguniang Scenic Area consists of three gullies: Changping Gully, Haizi Gully, Shuangqiao Gully 👀What to see? - Enjoy the snow mountain group composed of 85 snow mountains❄ - Visit the high mountain lakes like the heavenly Yaochi⛰ - Appreciate the golden autumn scenery of the original forest with a forest coverage rate of 98%🌲 🏂What to play? - High mountain snow water rafting🌊 - Camping under the pure starry sky⛺ 📷Where to take good photos? - 📍Redwood Forest: You can enjoy a large area of redwood trees and pine trees, the scenery is absolutely beautiful - 📍Budala Peak: You can take a large picture of the highway snow mountain, as well as streams, Tibetan element stones, white towers, and grasslands - 📍Siguna Co: The beautiful lake, the reflection is a major highlight - 📍Chasing Fish Dam: There are grasslands, beautiful flowers, herds of cattle, streams, plank roads, and you can also raft - 📍Longzhu Wrong: Calm lake water and small waterfalls - 📍Ginseng Fruit Ping: A fairy tale world with ancient trees, snow mountains, streams, and small bridges 💰About tickets: - Shuangqiao Gully: Ticket 80 yuan/person, sightseeing car 70 yuan/person - Mount Siguniang Changping Gully Scenic Area: Ticket 70 yuan/person, sightseeing car 20 yuan/person - Haizi Gully: Ticket 60 yuan/person - Rafting: 80 yuan/person ‼Note: Tickets need to be booked one day in advance ⏰Scenic area opening hours: 7:00-17:00 🌟Tips: - Only the Redwood Forest scenic spot sells food - The rafting spot is at Chasing Fish Dam - Camping is only recommended in Shuangqiao Gully - Shuangqiao Gully has the most charming scenery

Go to Western Sichuan, only one suggestion (with route + attractions guide)

❗️Travel Preparation: Documents: ID card, student ID (relevant discount certificates) Skincare: Moisturizing cream, moisturizing water, facial cleanser, lip balm (try not to bring squeeze-type) Clothing: Long sleeves and pants, warm clothes, down jacket, windbreaker, scarf Sun protection: Sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, mask Food: Chocolate, beef jerky, self-heating hot pot, high-calorie snacks (many attractions do not have sales points, and even if they do, the prices are doubled) - 🏔️Four Ink Western Sichuan Loop 3 days 2 nights D1: Chengdu - Maobiliang Viewing Platform - Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiaogou - Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village D2: Danba - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Moxi Park - Tagong Grassland - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao D3: Xinduqiao - Honghaizi/Stingcuo - Mugecuo Scenic Area - Chengdu - 🏞️Seda 4 days 3 nights D1: Chengdu - Kangding - Honghaizi/Stingcuo - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao - Tagong Grassland - Moxi Park - Seda County D3: Seda County - Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village D4: Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village - Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiaogou - Chengdu - ⛺️Four Rice Loop 6 days 5 nights D1: Chengdu - Maobiliang Viewing Platform - Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiaogou Scenic Area - Danba D2: Danba - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Moxi Park - Tagong Grassland - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao D3: Xinduqiao - Tianlu Eighteen Bends - Litang - Daocheng White Pagoda - Daocheng/Shangri-La Town D4: Yading Scenic Area Long/Short Tour - Daocheng/Shangri-La Town D5: Daocheng/Shangri-La Town - Litang·Letong Ancient Town - Kazila Mountain Pass - Xinduqiao D6: Xinduqiao - 434 Rainbow Road - Honghaizi - Chengdu - 🌈Scenic Preview Yuzixi: 360° Snow Mountain Viewing Platform, watch the golden mountain at sunrise, the golden afterglow pours down like a waterfall, Gongga Snow Mountain, Yala Snow Mountain, etc. become more majestic under the interplay of light and shadow Moxi Park: Filming location of the movie "Ghost Blows Out the Light", black and white clothes match the stone forest better, great for taking photos Yading Scenic Area: "Even if I miss the whole world, I don't want to miss you", three sacred mountains stand proudly in the sky, streams flow, lakes are like mirrors, and they complement the surrounding alpine meadows Rainbow Road: Not a scenic spot, but a treasure road with a movie-like texture in the snow mountain Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiaogou: The mountains in Shuangqiaogou are steep and winding, and the trees are lush. Every spring and autumn, the valley is colorful and spectacular. There is a sightseeing bus in the valley that goes directly to the end of the valley, making it easy to enjoy the unique scenery in the valley without any effort. - ⭐️Little Tips ✔Be sure to wear a pair of comfortable flat shoes for travel and sports ✔In high-altitude areas, pay attention to altitude sickness, you can bring a few bottles of oxygen to avoid running and jumping ✔The ultraviolet rays in high-altitude areas are very strong, so bring sun protection items, prioritize physical sun protection, and the wind is also strong, so hats can also block the wind ✔The temperature difference between morning and evening is very large, be sure to bring warm clothes, colds can also worsen altitude sickness ✔Respect local ethnic customs to avoid conflicts - Travel-loving friends, if you have better recommendations, you can leave a message in the comment area💬, let's explore the fun of travel together🎉!

The aftereffects brought by Western Sichuan are even more intense than a heartbreak!

🎈The original picture of Mount Siguniang is straight out, and the aftereffects brought by Western Sichuan are even more intense than a heartbreak! Here comes the summary of my strategy for spending 1700+ on a customized small group tour⛰ If someone hasn't been to Mount Siguniang in the summer, I would really cry to death😭😭 It's really so beautiful that it hits right in the feels without any need for filters! Snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, yaks, log cabins, the beauty here is completely natural and doesn't need any excessive embellishment, 📷a casual snap is just like a blockbuster movie🤩🤩 🔸【Mount Siguniang】 It is divided into three scenic areas: Shuangqiao Valley, Changping Valley, and Haizi Valley. I highly recommend choosing Shuangqiao Valley, where you can enjoy the fun of hiking and also take a tour by car, which is not tiring at all! Shuangqiao Valley is the most developed valley in Mount Siguniang, with a scenic area tour bus that runs through the entire valley. The scenery in the valley is like a huge bonsai, with forests, snow mountains, streams, lakes, and meadows perfectly integrated, and many places will make you feel as if you are in Switzerland. ‼️If you can only choose one place to go in Western Sichuan, take a look at the Western Sichuan small loop, which really meets all travel needs. Spend three days visiting the essence spots like Fish West, Mugecuo, Zheduo Mountain, Moxi Park, Mount Siguniang Shuangqiao Valley, Tagong Grassland, etc.‼️ ❗️❗️【Itinerary】 🍋Day1: Chengdu - Mao's Nose Ridge - Mount Siguniang Shuangqiao Valley - Danba 🍋Day2: Danba - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Huiyuan Temple - Moxi Park - Tagong Grassland - Fish West - Xinduqiao 🍋Day3: Xinduqiao - Zheduo Mountain - Mugecuo - Chengdu 📌【Travel Guide】 Recommended travel dates: July every summer. Exact location: Mount Siguniang Town, Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. Business hours: 7:30-15:30 (No entry into the park after 15:30). Tickets: Ticket plus park sightseeing car 150 yuan/person. ✅【Preparations Before Departure】 1. Altitude sickness: I am the kind of person who easily gets altitude sickness, but going to Shuangqiao Valley is no problem. If you are worried, you can prepare some glucose, and if you feel hypoxic after entering the mountain, you can buy an oxygen can, which is available at almost every station for self-service sale. 2. Transportation: For friends who drive by themselves, if you are not often on this route, it is not recommended to drive by yourself. The roads in Western Sichuan are treacherous, especially during the rainy season, so be more cautious as the routes are complex and dangerous. 3. Accommodation: Accommodation is generally chosen in Rilong Town (Mount Siguniang Town), and there are homestays available for accommodation in Shuangqiao Valley, suitable for in-depth travel. 4. Weather: You can check the weather in Xiaojin County before departure, which is generally accurate. Even if it's cloudy on the road, it might be a different scene once you cross the mountain. When the sun comes out, it's really hot, so just wear some easy-to-take-off jackets.

The first stop in Western Sichuan: Dagu Glacier, with a travel itinerary for Western Sichuan

At the foot of the snowy mountain🏔️ beside the stream Horses running by 🐎 The sunset in the eyes is scorching hot The green grassland🪵 the lake is clean The snowy mountain is white✨ the starry sky is bright Western Sichuan is just such a place The first stop we come to the Swiss of Western Sichuan—Dagu Glacier Here there are glaciers, waterfalls, as well as 🌫️ lakes and primeval forests🌲 It is the 'nearest faraway place' described by the young Mao Dun Literature Prize-winning author A Lai 🗺️4 days and 3 nights travel route: Day1⃣️ Depart from Chengdu - Gedalama Sky City - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao Day2⃣️ Xinduqiao - Lenggacuo - Shangmuju Day3⃣️ Moshigou Park - Tagong Grassland - Gunong Village - Balangsheng Village - Danba Day4⃣️ Mount Siguniang - Return to Chengdu 📷6 must-visit spots: 1⃣️ Chase a 360-degree romantic sunset under the snowy mountains at Yuzixi 2⃣️ Encounter the romantic Gedalama Sky City 3⃣️ Watch 🌄 the most beautiful sunrise on the golden mountain at Lenggacuo 4⃣️ Admire the alien planet🌕 at Heishi Park 5⃣️ Visit Gunong Village to see the 🏞️ painting-like world 6⃣️ Check in at China's ⛰️ Swiss Mount Siguniang

Seda | The world's largest Buddhist academy, you should visit at least once

Seda Route Seda Buddhist Academy → Jinma Grassland → Danqing Medicine King Mountain → Dongga Temple Buddhist Academy Route Observation Deck → Altar City → Library → Great Hall → Sky Burial Platform → Reclining Buddha Temple → Long Staircase 📷Check-in points 1️⃣Observation Deck: You can overlook the Buddhist Academy, a great place for photos. 2️⃣ Altar City: Clockwise around the prayer wheel, a place that emits golden light, with three layers in total. 3️⃣Reclining Buddha Temple: Next to the altar, no photos are allowed here. 4️⃣Long Staircase: You must walk through it once!! The staircase going down from the Altar City. 5️⃣Dongga Temple: You can see it as soon as you enter Seda, and it's really shocking to take photos inside. 📝Reservation Method Larong Gou Mini Program: Make a reservation 2 days in advance, the round-trip ticket is 30, wait for the car at the Luoruo Collection Center in advance. Seda Jinma Grassland Tourist Collection Center: Round trip 40/person, directly go offline to buy the ticket for the next day. 🚶Travel Tips 1️⃣You can take pictures of the morning mist at 8 o'clock in the morning, and the sun shining on the red houses at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. 2️⃣The tour time is 1 hour. If you miss it, it's okay. You can wait to leave with the next bus (the last bus is at 8 o'clock). 3️⃣You can't wear a hat in the Buddha Hall, your clothes can't be revealing, and don't casually take pictures of monks and Tibetans on the road. 4️⃣It is recommended to stay in Seda County, book tickets offline directly from the county, and you can also rent Tibetan clothes in the county~ 5️⃣The altitude of Seda is about 4000, the temperature is very low during this period, wear cotton clothes/down jackets, we wore thick Tibetan clothes and it was very cold❄️

Travelogue of Seda

A round trip of three days, with a long journey, just to see the charm of Seda. The day before the trip, due to heavy snow, all the tickets booked online were cancelled. Worried about the trip being ruined, I contacted the scalpers in advance, in case I couldn't buy tickets, I would buy from the scalpers. I was lucky. I arrived at the Seda Jinma Distribution Center in the morning and just bought the last bus ticket to the Buddhist Academy in the morning. From the distribution center to the Buddhist Academy is about twenty to thirty kilometers. Along the way, the whole area of red houses is in sight, feeling that the journey of more than ten hours is not in vain. Seda is very beautiful, as beautiful as another world. Regrettably, when I walked down from the altar city to the library and prepared to return to the altar city, I suddenly felt dizzy and had altitude sickness, so I couldn't see the sky burial. Perhaps it's just not destined with the sky burial. When we were in the altar city, a Tibetan child came to us and said he could take us there. It costs 50 per person, which is actually taking a bus down the mountain and then walking up the mountain. Those who went said it was very tiring and not very pleasant in the end. I had no feeling at all when I went to Yulong Snow Mountain at 4680 meters above sea level, and I didn't have altitude sickness at 4000 meters above sea level in Western Sichuan, but I had severe altitude sickness in Seda. Friends who go to Seda still need to be mentally prepared, bring oxygen, just in case. There is a hospital in the Buddhist Academy, but it only opens at three o'clock in the afternoon in winter. You don't have to take the sightseeing bus into the mountain when you go down the mountain. You can take the bus down the mountain. There are many drivers who pull passengers back to Chengdu or Seda County. You need to bargain. Some drivers charge 70 per person to Seda. If you get on the bus and there are no other passengers, you may not leave for half an hour or an hour. My friends took a 7-seater car and paid 10 yuan per person to Seda County.

【You must go and see Seda in winter】

My suggestion: You must go and see Seda in winter, with a detailed guide attached|||Winter Seda❄️ A world of only red and white❗️ It looks more mysterious and solemn The red and white all over the mountains are shocking😭 This winter, you must go and feel it❗️ ✅About the travel guide⭕️ and precautions⚠️ of Seda, I have also sorted it out for everyone, don't miss it if you want to go! 【🎫Ticket Reservation Precautions】 🔸Reservations are divided into online and offline. Online reservations need to be made three days in advance in the "Larong Gou Advance Reservation" applet, 30/person 🔸Offline cannot be reserved on the same day, you need to make a reservation one day in advance at the Seda Jinma Grassland Distribution Center, it is recommended to choose online reservation ✅Must-visit spots in Seda 📍Seda Altar City: The golden altar city is located on the highest peak in the Buddhist Academy, and there are prayer wheels 📍Observation Deck: Standing at the railing, you can overlook the entire Seda and the entire Wuming Buddhist Academy 📍Long Staircase: Walk along the stairs to get a close view of the red houses 📍Dongga Temple: One of the three major temples in Seda 📍Sky Z Platform: Very shocking, I hope everyone respects it, do not take pictures ✔️Route 1⃣️ D1: Chengdu-Kangding-Zheduo Mountain-Yuzixi-Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao-Tagong Grassland-Moshi Park-Seda D3: Seda-Yala Snow Mountain-Danba D4: Danba-Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiao Gully-Chengdu ✔️Route 2⃣️ D1: Chengdu-Dagu Glacier-Heishui D2: Heishui-Maerkang-Seda D3: Seda-Seda Buddhist Academy-Guergou D4: Guergou-Bipenggou-Chengdu 📍Along the way, check-in at the best spots ✨Seda ✨Yuzixi ✨Moshi Park ✨Siguniang Mountain ✨Yala Snow Mountain ✨Dagu Glacier ✨Bipenggou ⚠️Precautions ✔️Respect local customs, do not make noise when visiting, do not touch the heads of local children ✔️Without permission, do not take pictures of the interior of the local Tibetan temples ✔️Seda is a place for monks and nuns to study and practice, do not eat in public places ✔️Dress appropriately, respect beliefs 🎒Travel Essentials 🔸Do a good job of keeping warm and sun protection, down jacket. Sun protection is essential 🔸If you are worried about altitude sickness, you must rest well the night before, staying up late will really cause altitude sickness 🔸Don't blow for a long time, it can cause headaches 🔸Don't take a bath or wash your hair on the first day after entering the plateau 🔸Bring your ID and other documents, charger, power bank, headphones

How to shoot the most beautiful in Seda? These places and photography guides are shared with you! , a sacred place. is a gem in the hearts of every photographer. It is a piece of jade, and it is also a place where countless photographers are eager to explore and explore. [Best location] 1 On the highest slope of the Buddhist College, it is also the most magnificent place. Arriving at the Mandala, I was fortunate enough to stand on a high point overlooking the valley. There are people who are long-headed everywhere, and there are people who are turning around. Also go through it! Turn on 108 laps for the one hundred and eight heroes that have emerged and are about to appear in your life. 1 shooting skills: If you want to take portrait photos, a stable tripod is a must. The angle between the position and the hall and the sun is about 100 degrees. Sidelight shooting can better shape light and shadow. The whole hall is shining brightly under the light of the morning sun. The houses around it are like the stars holding the moon, and the effect of the blur is better. 2 The southernmost hillside of the Buddhist College From the Larong Hotel to the hillside is about 2 kilometers round and round, and friends who drive by themselves can drive directly to this hillside. For many photographers, this is also a must. Personally, I really like the night view here. It is very memorable and very beautiful to take a commemorative photo here. Whether it is a Buddhist college or a celestial burial, it will strongly impact your senses. Maybe in the future and to blend in with the complex tastes, you have to rush on the road, but everything you see here will make you take a long time to recollect. The Buddhist College is gradually being dismantled, and it is late, and it may have changed.

Feel the majestic aura from the Buddhist holy land

📝 Note tips: - Reservation for visit: Advance reservation is required, with both online and offline reservation methods available. - Online reservation : Search for 'Larung Gar Entrance Reservation' on WeChat, where you can book one of three time slots for entry: 9:10 AM, 1:40 PM, and 4:40 PM. The visit is generally 40 minutes long, with the same vehicle for both entry and exit. Tickets are released 54 hours in advance (at 6 PM), so for a visit on the 4th, you need to book precisely at 6 PM on the 1st. - Offline reservation : You can make a reservation on site one day in advance at the Seda County Jinma Grassland Tourist Distribution Center, where the number of tickets for each time slot is limited. If you can't make a reservation, you can also enter through local channels, with costs ranging from 100 to 200 yuan. 📝 Note tips: - Best time to visit: May to October, when the weather is warmer and the mountains are covered with red leaves. 🗓 Itinerary: - Dongga Monastery (over 3 hours) - Seda Sky Burial Platform (2 hours) - Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy (2 hours) - Mandala (2 hours): First, visit Dongga Monastery, where marmots appear from July to October. Then return to the foot of the Buddhist Academy for lunch, followed by a brief stop before heading to the Sky Burial Platform to learn about the Tibetan sky burial customs. Afterwards, proceed to the Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, stroll along the academy's paths, and experience the monks' way of practice. As night falls, you can stand on the platform beside the Mandala to overlook the entire valley and enjoy the quiet, dazzling night. 📝 Note tips: - Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy is a place of religious activities, and it is important to respect local religious beliefs during your visit. - Flying drones is prohibited in the Buddhist Academy. - Be sure to keep warm and protect yourself from the sun. - The average altitude of Seda is around 4,000 meters, so always pay attention to your physical condition. - Private vehicles are not allowed to enter, and you need to park your vehicle in advance at the Luoruo Town parking lot and take the shuttle bus from the distribution center.

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! 💪💖

Into the color of this red-colored Buddha world, a city full of miracles in the mountains of faith. It is like a dream, walking into people is a vision, illusory, and immersed. Everything here is related to faith, and it is very moving. Mysterious burial platform, covered with prayer flags. The white horse in the vicinity is in harmony with the world of Buddhism in the distance. The sheds scattered on both sides of the road are decorated in a red world. The world of the world of Buddhism, blooming under the blue sky and white clouds.