Dege Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Dege Free Travel | Comprehensive Guide for Qingming Festival Tourism

It's already 2024! You must visit Dege County for the Qingming Festival! 🌈🌈🌈Two-day Tour Recommendations for Dege County DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall Visit--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing 🚗🚗🚗Itinerary Recommendations DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town . 🏔️ Cuotong Cui Lake Another day exploring the secret spots of Western Sichuan, a niche attraction not yet discovered by many, perfect for photography! . 🏔️ Yulong Laco A popular photo spot along the 317 self-driving route, at an altitude of over 4000 meters, every frame is beautiful. . 🏔️ 18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum This is the highest altitude highway museum on the Sichuan-Tibet line, very impactful after learning about the red education, a meaningful attraction. . 🏔️ Jueri Pasture Here you can enjoy the scenery, ride horses, and leisurely appreciate the beauty of nature. DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing . 🏔️ Dege Printing House Known as the 'Encyclopedia of Tibetan Culture', established in 1729! Rich in historical and cultural heritage! . 🏔️ Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall This is part of China's intangible cultural heritage, friends interested in medicine can browse in detail here, and learn a lot. . 🏔️ Maisu Handicraft Park Located in the southeastern part of Dege County, this town park has inherited many folk handicraft cultures. If you are interested in the handicrafts of the Tibetan area, welcome to visit. . 🏔️ Yutuo New Village A village with rich folk customs, houses with ethnic characteristics are scattered in an orderly manner. . 🏔️ Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing As the 'First Village of Tibet Liberation', it carries many red memories, very meaningful for learning. 📝📝📝Practical TIPS 🌀 Be sure to take care of your valuables during the trip, don't lose them! 🌀 The altitude here is high, be sure to watch out for altitude sickness, rest plenty. 🌀 Bring your ID card, power bank, and data cable~

Going to Western Sichuan, you really need a telephoto lens!

Western Sichuan Plateau, as beautiful as a fairyland! To capture the beautiful moments, appropriate photographic equipment is essential, and the telephoto lens is a must-have artifact for the trip to Western Sichuan!🌄 🏔The snow-capped mountains are far away, but the telephoto lens combined with the compression of the foreground can create an incredibly shocking visual effect, whether it's landscapes or portraits, they can be beautifully elevated!🧡 This time I used the Sony70-200G2, the image quality is super great, it also has macro, big scenes and small flowers, all taken down!🤩 🚗Route recommendation: Provincial Road 434 towards 317 direction, less people and beautiful scenery, along the way Ganzi County, Ganbai Road, Xinlu Sea, Dege Jue and pasture, are all beautiful! It is recommended to play for 4-5 days.🎈 🏞Natural and cultural landscapes, all in this trip! The Western Sichuan in summer and autumn is even more beautiful, worth going again and again!🤗 📷Photographic equipment: Sonya7r5.70-200G2 Come to Western Sichuan, use a telephoto lens to freeze the beauty!😍

10-day self-driving tour guide for the small loop in Western Sichuan

We were a group of 16 people, who set off from Chengdu on July 9, 23 years ago. We wanted to share our travel guide with everyone at the end of the trip, so that more friends who love nature like us can refer to it, but due to time constraints, we only write it now: Day 1: Chengdu to Danba County, stay in Danba, the altitude of Danba County is 1600 Day 2: Visit Jiaju Tibetan Village and Zhonglu Tibetan Village in Danba, see the ancient towers and Tibetan houses for a thousand years, stay in Danba; Day 3: Depart from Danba in the morning, pass through Yak Gully (also called China Panda Avenue) to Daofu, go along the valley, with cliffs and strange rocks on both sides, known as natural bonsai, the scenery is charming, after lunch in Bamei Town, continue to go, you can stay in Daofu Longdengba Grassland for 1 hour, see the grassland wildflowers, take children to ride horses, etc., stay in Daofu, the altitude of Daofu County is 3000 Day 4: Visit the Tibetan houses in Daofu in the morning, then go to the next stop, Ganzi County, along National Highway 3 1 7, pass through Kasai Lake in Luhuo County (right next to National Highway 317), on a sunny day, you can enjoy the view of Kasai Lake reflecting the blue sky at the foot of the mountain on the hillside full of wild flowers, stay in Ganzi County, the altitude of Ganzi County is 3390; Day 5: Depart from Ganzi County in the morning, go to Xinluhai at the foot of Queer Mountain, this lake is right next to National Highway 317, this is a glacial lake, formed by the melting of glaciers and snow on Queer Mountain, it is one of the sources of Coqu River, the lake water is clear and transparent, the key is that there are not many tourists, the scenic spot is currently free, the altitude of Xinluhai is 4040, we returned to Ganzi County for accommodation; Day 6: Depart from Ganzi County to Hongshan Scenic Area in Xinlong County, the unique plateau Danxia landform here is spectacular, the altitude of the scenic area is above 4200, pay attention to prevent altitude sickness, in the afternoon, go directly from the scenic area to Xinlong County, if the time is right, you can check in at Boriqiao, known as the first bridge in Kangba, stay in Xinlong County, the altitude of Xinlong County is 3066; Day 7: Depart from Xinlong in the morning to Coka Lake, this lake is named after Coka Temple by the lake, the lake is not big, but the lake water is crystal clear like jade, the temple by the lake is mainly in bright red and yellow, and the blue sky, white clouds, green trees, and green mountains are reflected in the lake, it is beautiful, like a fairyland on earth, there are groups of fish swimming in the quiet lake, in the afternoon, go from Coka Lake to Yajiang via Litang, stay in Yajiang, the altitude of Yajiang County is 2700; Day 8: Depart from Yajiang in the morning, go along National Highway 318 to Guogangding in Yajiang, Guogangding is a mountain named after a flower, because the mountain top is full of a kind of yellow Guogang flower every summer, the mountain top of more than 3000 square meters is full of fresh flowers, and there are two small lakes of the sun and the moon, which are mutually reflecting, the mountain top with abundant grass, horses and cattle are leisurely eating grass, the ancient site of the White Wolf Kingdom adds a historical mark to the mountain top, being in it, you also become a part of the scenery, especially like this pure natural scenery, the uploaded photos are all taken here, the scenic spot is currently under development, the road has been repaired, there is a parking lot, no tickets are required, you need to bring your own dry food, return to Yajiang in the afternoon, stay in Yajiang County; Day 9: Go to Pamuling in Yajiang in the morning, there is a large-scale Pamuling Temple on the top of the mountain, you can also go around the mountain to watch birds, it is known as a bird watching paradise, stay in Yajiang County; Day 10, Depart from Yajiang in the morning to Xinduqiao, in order to see the scenery along the way, we chose to go to Kangding along Provincial Highway 4 3 4, from Kangding to Chengdu on the Yaye Expressway, the trip ends.

Who hasn't been to this little-known secret place in Western Sichuan

Many people who come to Western Sichuan for the first time may choose to visit some well-known popular attractions, today I recommend a little-known secret place~ It has recently frozen over, it's super beautiful! Xinluhai, also known as Yulong Lacuo, 'Yulong' in Tibetan means infatuation, 'Lacuo' means sacred lake. It is said that the queen of the protagonist of the epic King Gesar once came to this lake, attracted by the sanctity of the lake water, the beautiful mountains and the quiet environment, she lingered and was fascinated by the lake, and her heart of nostalgia sank to the bottom of the lake. People commemorate the queen's heart that sank into the lake, hence it is called 'Infatuated Sacred Lake'. Xinluhai is located at the foot of Queer Mountain in Dege County, Ganzi Prefecture, and is known as 'The Jade Pool of the Western Heaven' and 'One of the Two Tears in the World'. In early winter, the unfrozen water of Xinluhai is emerald green, like a huge 'green tear' that has fallen on the Western Sichuan Plateau, or like a bright emerald, dazzling. Xinluhai combines snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests, streams, strange stones, blue sky and white clouds. It is the most complete scenery I have ever seen, combining all the beautiful things of the Sichuan-Tibet line. Every season is beautiful.

Dege Free Travel | Comprehensive Guide for Qingming Festival Tourism

It's already 2024! You must visit Dege County for the Qingming Festival! 🌈🌈🌈Two-day Tour Recommendations for Dege County DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall Visit--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing 🚗🚗🚗Itinerary Recommendations DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town . 🏔️ Cuotong Cui Lake Another day exploring the secret spots of Western Sichuan, a niche attraction not yet discovered by many, perfect for photography! . 🏔️ Yulong Laco A popular photo spot along the 317 self-driving route, at an altitude of over 4000 meters, every frame is beautiful. . 🏔️ 18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum This is the highest altitude highway museum on the Sichuan-Tibet line, very impactful after learning about the red education, a meaningful attraction. . 🏔️ Jueri Pasture Here you can enjoy the scenery, ride horses, and leisurely appreciate the beauty of nature. DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing . 🏔️ Dege Printing House Known as the 'Encyclopedia of Tibetan Culture', established in 1729! Rich in historical and cultural heritage! . 🏔️ Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall This is part of China's intangible cultural heritage, friends interested in medicine can browse in detail here, and learn a lot. . 🏔️ Maisu Handicraft Park Located in the southeastern part of Dege County, this town park has inherited many folk handicraft cultures. If you are interested in the handicrafts of the Tibetan area, welcome to visit. . 🏔️ Yutuo New Village A village with rich folk customs, houses with ethnic characteristics are scattered in an orderly manner. . 🏔️ Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing As the 'First Village of Tibet Liberation', it carries many red memories, very meaningful for learning. 📝📝📝Practical TIPS 🌀 Be sure to take care of your valuables during the trip, don't lose them! 🌀 The altitude here is high, be sure to watch out for altitude sickness, rest plenty. 🌀 Bring your ID card, power bank, and data cable~

Self-driving tour of Sichuan Qingxiaohuan Line (Fifteen) Dege Sutra Printing House

Dege Sutra Printing House, established in 1729, is located on Culture Street in Dege County Town, and is known as the 'Encyclopedia of Tibetan Culture', 'The brilliant cultural pearl of the Tibetan region', and 'The treasure house under the snow mountain'. The printing house has a unique structure, with high red walls, swaying green trees, and it is quiet and spectacular. The courtyard is divided into Tibetan version library, paper library, sutra drying tower, plate washing platform, paper cutting and bookbinding room, as well as Buddha hall, sutra hall, etc. Here, there is a nearly 300-year-old woodblock printing skill, which is permeated and moisturized by the baptism of time, revealing the strong and heavy cultural heritage. The brick walls and black tiles here, the towering ancient trees, the shrubs and beautiful grasses are so calm and orderly, simple and heavy, quiet and mysterious. Every morning when the first ray of sunlight falls, the local people will come here, turning the scriptures clockwise around the printing house, endlessly.

Dege Printing House, one of the three major printing houses, is also the best preserved. It was built in Qingyizheng, and has a history of nearly 300 years. It has collected 70% of Tibetan culture and hundreds of thousands of scriptures. Like the sea. Today, the ancient rubbing, ink making, and papermaking techniques are still used here to print the scriptures. Tips 1

Come to Queer Mountain, cross the dangerous situation, and face the magnificent scenery of heaven!

Queer Mountain is located in Dege County, Ganzi Prefecture, Western Sichuan, with dozens of snow-capped peaks over 5,000 meters above sea level, hence the saying 'Climb up Queer Mountain, whip the sky'. Crossing Queer Mountain is like passing through the gate of ghosts, this is a proverb circulating in the Ganzi area, revealing the dangerous geographical environment of Queer Mountain. However, it is such a dangerous terrain that creates the beautiful natural scenery of Queer Mountain. Walking on Queer Mountain is like crossing a dangerous situation and facing the magnificent scenery of heaven. The main peak of Queer Mountain is 6,168 meters above sea level, towering and towering, like a natural moat, symbolizing the majesty and mystery of natural forces. In those dangerous mountains, there are magnificent glaciers hidden, pure and flawless, spectacular. When the sun shines on the glacier, the dazzling light seems to come from the guidance of heaven, leading the brave forward. When night falls, the starry sky of Queer Mountain is dazzling, and the dazzling stars embellish the night sky, as if it is the embellishment of heaven. Looking up at the starry sky, the soul wanders in the universe, bathes in the baptism of starlight, and feels the mystery of nature and life.

Self-driving tour of Sichuan Qingxiaohuan Line (Seventeen) Queer Mountain

Destination for the fourth day: Shiqu. From Dege to Shiqu, driving on National Highway 317, 456, 345, passing through Queer Mountain Tunnel, Yulong La Wetland Park, Xiazha Temple, Sun Lake (Yalong River). The Queer Mountain Tunnel was opened to traffic in September 2017, and there is no need to cross the Queer Mountain Pass (this is the highest point on the northern line of Sichuan-Tibet, known as the "first danger of Sichuan-Tibet"), the tunnel entrance is 4300 meters above sea level, it is the highest altitude highway tunnel in the world, the tunnel is 7km long, and it takes 20 minutes to pass. The Queer Mountain Glacier Viewing Platform is next to National Highway 317, where you can see the main peak of Queer Mountain, which is covered with snow all year round, with grassland in front, glaciers in the distance, and a magnificent view from afar, shining brightly.

In the spring of 2004, I chose Zhonglu Tibetan Village

During spring, in Danba County of Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, pear blossoms are in full bloom. Tourists dressed in Tibetan attire stroll through Zhonglu Tibetan Village, experiencing the Jiarong Tibetan folk culture. 'Zhonglu' means 'a place yearned for by both humans and gods' in Tibetan. The village is situated on an open plateau halfway up the hillside on the east bank of the Xiaojin River. Sheltered by the tranquil, poetic countryside at the foot of the famous Moerduo Sacred Mountain and the beautiful Tibetan watchtowers of the village, it is known as 'the most beautiful ancient watchtower Tibetan village.'

Rated as the most beautiful ancient village by "National Geographic", it is truly extraordinary

Located in Western Sichuan, there is a village that seems to be a paradise on earth, selected by "National Geographic" as "one of the most beautiful ancient villages in China". This place is also known as the "Land of a Thousand Watchtowers", where beauty abounds. It is situated at the foot of the famous Mount Moerduo, with ancient watchtowers built along the slopes, interspersed among the stunning fields, as if entering a mysterious fairyland. 📍Address: Zhonglu Tibetan Village (Danba County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province), accessible by car. 🉑Parking: After arriving at Zhonglu Tibetan Village, you can drive directly to the No.1 viewing spot (also known as the White Pagoda viewing platform), where parking is available and you can overlook the entire Tibetan village. 💶Admission: Free ✅The village is currently blooming with pear and plum blossoms🌸. The above pictures were taken on March 17th this year (when the pear blossoms were just starting to bloom), and it is expected that the peak blooming period will be around March 22nd, lasting for about half a month. 1⃣Two-day weekend pear blossom viewing route: ✳️Friday: Depart from Chengdu between 5-6 pm ➡️ Danba County; 🏡Accommodation: Danba County. ✳️Saturday: Morning: Danba County ➡️ Zhonglu Tibetan Village; Afternoon: Zhonglu Tibetan Village ➡️ Momozha Village ➡️ Yangjiawan Village ➡️ Jinchuan County; 🏡Accommodation: Jinchuan County ✳️Sunday: Jinchuan County ➡️ Shenxianbao ➡️ Kuer Township ➡️ Chengdu

Danba, the most beautiful, a tranquil village—Zhonglu Tibetan Village

Zhonglu Tibetan Village is located in the northeastern part of Danba County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, at an altitude of 2100 meters, with a population of more than 3600. White Tibetan houses and golden-roofed temples are faintly visible under the clear blue sky, colorful yet without any sense of disorder. 'Zhonglu' in Tibetan means 'a place yearned for by gods and men'! The village has ancient watchtowers with a long history, is backed by the famous Moerduo Sacred Mountain, and is complemented by the high mountain gorges of the Dadu River, making the whole village unique and mysterious. Compared to the well-known Jiaju Tibetan Village, Zhonglu is a bit more tranquil, giving visitors the feeling of strolling through an earthly paradise. Especially in autumn, Zhonglu Tibetan Village is filled with the fragrance of melons and fruits, with trees laden with heavy pomegranates, pears, apples... You can rent a small car to the best spot to view the entire village, especially at sunset, when the whole village is bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun. Admission: Free Transportation: At the head of Danba Bridge in Danba County town, there is a yellow rural bus going up the mountain; it can take you to the hotel, with prices varying depending on the distance to the hotel and the number of people (ranging from 12 to 50). Watchtower: Admission is ten yuan, the road is not easy to find, just ask the locals. Address: North side of Tagong Township Government, Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, 110 kilometers from Kangding County town

To see pear blossoms in early spring, one must go to —— Danba

Danba is known as the Valley of Beauty, the Land of a Thousand Watchtowers, the site of the Eastern Women's Kingdom, and has been named China's most beautiful village by 'Chinese National Geography'. In early spring, Danba is covered with pear blossoms. The Tibetan villages and watchtowers complement them, creating a unique charm. Located at the junction of Garzê and Ngawa —— it's easily accessible. The county town is at an altitude of 1800 meters —— no need to worry about altitude sickness. Five rivers converge here —— there must be extraordinary landscapes. 🌸 Best season for pear blossoms Mid-March to early April (the pear blossoms in Danba are mainly concentrated in Zhonglu and Jiaju) 🚖 Transportation 1. 🚗 Self-driving: There are two routes from Chengdu to Danba County. (1) About 340 kilometers from Chengdu via Siguniangshan Town to Danba County. (2) About 370 kilometers from Chengdu via Ya'an, Luding, and Wasi Gully to Danba County. 2. 🚌 Bus: The Chadianzi Bus Station has a bus to Danba at 10:30 every day (an extra bus is added on holidays); if you miss this bus, you can first go to Kangding (Xinnanmen Bus Station) or Xiaojin (Chadianzi Bus Station) and then transfer to Danba. Kangding has six buses every day (the latest at 18:00); the bus from Xiaojin to Danba is rural transport (no fixed time, safer before 17:00). 🛏 Accommodation Danba County: There are many accommodation options, concentrated near the bus station and on Sanchahe South Road. Zhonglu and Jiaju have many options: In Zhonglu, it is recommended to stay near the Zhonglu Township Government or in the Jikayi Village area; in Jiaju Tibetan Village, it is recommended to stay near Jiaju Primary School. 🏜 Attractions 1. Jiaju Tibetan Village (about 2000 meters above sea level, entrance fee 45 yuan, sightseeing car 40 yuan round trip, self-driving cars can enter if staying in the scenic area): The most beautiful part of Jiaju Tibetan Village is near Niega Primary School. 2. Zhonglu Tibetan Village (about 2100 meters above sea level, free): The Tibetan village in Zhonglu is more atmospheric and photogenic. The first viewing platform is suitable for shooting in the morning, and the second viewing platform is suitable for sunset. In addition, there are several less popular viewing spots that you can ask locals about. 🎬 Recommended itinerary Day1: Chengdu —— Danba —— Jiaju (Niega). Day2: Day trip to Jiaju (Niega), afternoon to Zhonglu. Day3: Day trip to Zhonglu, return trip. Both Jiaju and Zhonglu are very suitable for leisurely strolls, even light hiking, and are a paradise for photography enthusiasts, perfect for a few days' stay. 🍽 Cuisine Beef offal soup at 98 Tuanjie Street Sichuan cuisine at the Pinxiang Pavilion on the pedestrian street 💊 Common medicines Rhodiola, headache powder, glucose, cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine

Dege Free Travel | Comprehensive Guide for Qingming Festival Tourism

It's already 2024! You must visit Dege County for the Qingming Festival! 🌈🌈🌈Two-day Tour Recommendations for Dege County DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall Visit--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing 🚗🚗🚗Itinerary Recommendations DAY1⃣ Cuotong Cui Lake--Yulong Laco, Muri Lake--18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum--Jueri Pasture (Scenic Viewing + Horse Riding) Dining in Yaoquan Town . 🏔️ Cuotong Cui Lake Another day exploring the secret spots of Western Sichuan, a niche attraction not yet discovered by many, perfect for photography! . 🏔️ Yulong Laco A popular photo spot along the 317 self-driving route, at an altitude of over 4000 meters, every frame is beautiful. . 🏔️ 18th Army's March into Tibet Que'er Mountain Memorial Museum This is the highest altitude highway museum on the Sichuan-Tibet line, very impactful after learning about the red education, a meaningful attraction. . 🏔️ Jueri Pasture Here you can enjoy the scenery, ride horses, and leisurely appreciate the beauty of nature. DAY2⃣ Dege Printing House--Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall--Maisu Handicraft Park--Yutuo New Village--Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing . 🏔️ Dege Printing House Known as the 'Encyclopedia of Tibetan Culture', established in 1729! Rich in historical and cultural heritage! . 🏔️ Southern Tibetan Medicine Exhibition Hall This is part of China's intangible cultural heritage, friends interested in medicine can browse in detail here, and learn a lot. . 🏔️ Maisu Handicraft Park Located in the southeastern part of Dege County, this town park has inherited many folk handicraft cultures. If you are interested in the handicrafts of the Tibetan area, welcome to visit. . 🏔️ Yutuo New Village A village with rich folk customs, houses with ethnic characteristics are scattered in an orderly manner. . 🏔️ Gangto 18th Army's March into Tibet Crossing As the 'First Village of Tibet Liberation', it carries many red memories, very meaningful for learning. 📝📝📝Practical TIPS 🌀 Be sure to take care of your valuables during the trip, don't lose them! 🌀 The altitude here is high, be sure to watch out for altitude sickness, rest plenty. 🌀 Bring your ID card, power bank, and data cable~