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Was I bumped into time travelers? #China #ChinaTravel #Xizang #Route318
These hikers on China’s Route 318 hiking across Xizang are inspired by Journey to the West, a classic Chinese novel about a monk's pilgrimage to India, joined by a monkey, a pig, a river demon, and a dragon taking the form of a white horse, overcoming demons and trials.
#ChineseLiterature #Classic #Chinese #Culture
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 30
📍 𝘓𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘢
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
Our one-day exploration in #Lhasa starts from the magnificent #Potala Palace, a holy site of #Tibet.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲:
Perched atop the Red Hill in northwest Lhasa, the grand #architecture dubbed as the "holy palace of the plateau" features a combination of palace, castle and temple elements. Located at 3,750m above sea level, it is recognized as a world #culturalheritage site. The palace has 13 stories with a total of 999 rooms, soaring up into the sky for 115m.
The Potala Palace was built by Tibetan King Songtsa Gambo in the 7th century and was expanded in the 17th century. The #palace is a timeless piece of ancient Tibetan architecture and houses over 100,000 cultural relics. It is a true #wonder for its location, structure and the significance in Tibetan #history and #religion.
𝗔 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆:
Originally built in AD 647, the Jokhang Temple (大昭寺) nestled in the heart of Lhasa is an early #Buddhist temple of the #Tubo Dynasty. The name "Jokhang" means "House of Buddha" in the Tibetan language.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 '𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵':
Bakuo Street (or Barkhor Street 八廓街), which encircles Jokhang Temple, is known to Tibetans as the "Sacred Path." You'll witness the prostration of pilgrims on this route dating back to the founding of Jokhang Temple. Walking clockwise round Barkhor Street immerse you in Tibetan religious culture. Today, this street is also a shopping center and a tourist magnet adorned with vibrant Tibetan flavors.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌍Visit Tibet's emblem, the Potala Palace, to explore Eight Great Stupas and vivid themes of artistic murals
🍶 Taste Tibetan sweet tea, yogurt and potato bun at Barkhor Street
💬 Watch a unique debating session on Buddhist doctrines among the monks at the Debate Courtyard of Sera Monastery (色拉寺)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 29
📍 𝘓𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘢
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
Hey folks! Today we're taking on the Lhasa-Nyingchi highway, which is part of the Route 318 and known as one of the most spectacular drives in the world. Our destination is #Lhasa, the capital city of #Tibet.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗱𝘀':
Located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world at an average altitude of about 3,650m. It is literally named the "place of gods" in the local language. Lhasa has a plateau monsoon climate with cool summers and cold winters, and the temperature differs greatly between day and night with strong UV. Do remember to pack your heavy coats and proper sunscreen protection.
𝗚𝗲𝗺-𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀:
While there, we're going to check out some of the must-see spots. Hidden in mountains, Basongcuo (or Basom Tso Lake巴松措) is a beauty to behold. With a length of 18km and an altitude of 3,480m, it is the one of the largest freshwater lakes in eastern Tibet and the lowest one in the whole region.
Niyang River (尼洋河), literally "the sorrowful tears of a fairy" in the Tibetan language, is a major river in southwest Tibet and the longest tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. It stretches 307.5km from the west of Mira Mountain (米拉山), with an elevation of 5,000m above sea level. Flowing eastward, it joins Yalung Tsangpo in Cemeng, Nyingchi.
Mira Mountain forms a watershed between Lhasa River and Niyang River. If you drive from Lhasa River valley and climb all the way up over the Mira Mountain, you will enter the valley of Niyang River.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌊 Chill by Basom Tso Lake
🌄 Take in the views of mountains and rivers from Myra Pass (米拉山口)
🚶 Enjoy picturesque scenery along the crystal-clear Niyang River and Kading Valley
🍺 Grab a dozen Lhasa Beer and enjoy late summer days
🎭 Watch the outdoor opera "Princess Wencheng" in Lhasa, which tells the story of a Tang Dynasty princess who married Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo over 1,300 years ago
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 29
📍 𝘓𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘢
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
Hey folks! Today we're taking on the Lhasa-Nyingchi highway, which is part of the Route 318 and known as one of the most spectacular drives in the world. Our destination is #Lhasa, the capital city of #Tibet.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗱𝘀':
Located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world at an average altitude of about 3,650m. It is literally named the "place of gods" in the local language. Lhasa has a plateau monsoon climate with cool summers and cold winters, and the temperature differs greatly between day and night with strong UV. Do remember to pack your heavy coats and proper sunscreen protection.
𝗚𝗲𝗺-𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀:
While there, we're going to check out some of the must-see spots. Hidden in mountains, Basongcuo (or Basom Tso Lake巴松措) is a beauty to behold. With a length of 18km and an altitude of 3,480m, it is the one of the largest freshwater lakes in eastern Tibet and the lowest one in the whole region.
Niyang River (尼洋河), literally "the sorrowful tears of a fairy" in the Tibetan language, is a major river in southwest Tibet and the longest tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley. It stretches 307.5km from the west of Mira Mountain (米拉山), with an elevation of 5,000m above sea level. Flowing eastward, it joins Yalung Tsangpo in Cemeng, Nyingchi.
Mira Mountain forms a watershed between Lhasa River and Niyang River. If you drive from Lhasa River valley and climb all the way up over the Mira Mountain, you will enter the valley of Niyang River.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌊 Chill by Basom Tso Lake
🌄 Take in the views of mountains and rivers from Myra Pass (米拉山口)
🚶 Enjoy picturesque scenery along the crystal-clear Niyang River and Kading Valley
🍺 Grab a dozen Lhasa Beer and enjoy late summer days
🎭 Watch the outdoor opera "Princess Wencheng" in Lhasa, which tells the story of a Tang Dynasty princess who married Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo over 1,300 years ago
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#𝑅𝑜𝑢𝑡𝑒318 – 𝐷��𝑦 28
📍 𝑁𝑦𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑐ℎ𝑖
🌧 𝐷𝑟𝑖𝑧𝑧𝑙𝑒
From Bomi to #Nyingchi, we will cross cable-stayed #Tongmai Bridge, a vital pass on the southern route of #Sichuan-#Tibet Highway. The completion of the bridge has reopened Route 318, once blocked by landslides.
Into the Green Wonderland:
Bordered by #Lhasa to the west, Nyingchi in southeastern Tibet has an average height of 3,000m with idyllic scenery. Almost 60% of Tibet's forests can be found here.
Located in Lulang Town, the north of Bayi Town in Nyingchi, Lulang Forest (鲁朗林海) is a massive picturesque #forest home to Chinese #spruce, #pinewoods and other tree species. Park the car and dive right into the scenic zone or hop onto the viewing platform for a closer look. Or you can just gaze out from you car window as you cruise down Route 318.
Chasing Rare beauty:
Sejila Mountain Pass (色季拉山口) located on the southeast side of #Bayi Town is a perfect spot to admire the magnificent 7,787m-high Namcha Barwa Peak (南迦巴瓦峰), the highest peak in Nyingchi. Its huge triangular pinnacle covered with snow is shrouded by clouds and mist almost throughout the year. We will be "extremely lucky" if it decides to show the rarely-seen beauty.
Tucked inside the Great Bend of Yarlung Tsangpo River (雅鲁藏布江), Namcha Barwa stands solitary just east of Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon (雅鲁藏布大峡谷), the world's largest and deepest river canyon. Together, they conjure a stunning panorama of mountain, river and canyon, a symphony of untouched wilderness.
Our checklist:
🚶♂️Visit Lulang Town to enjoy a pastoral life surrounded by snow mountains and vast forests
🦯Explore the mysterious Galang Palace Ruins, royal architecture during the Tubo Dynasty
🚗 Drive thru Sejila Mountain Pass to gaze at the grand Namcha Barwa Peak bathed in sunset
👩👩👧👦 Marvel at Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon
🏹Watch an #archery contest featuring the unique jangling arrowheads (工布响箭), Nyingchi's ancient recreational #sport with over 1,500 years
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 27
📍 𝘉𝘰𝘮𝘪
🌧️ Moderate rain
As we venture further west on the Sichuan-Tibet highway, Ranwu Lake (also known as Rawok Lake 然乌湖) is there to greet us. A popular stopping point for tourists, the barrier lake boasts a serene blue beauty, free of clutter. It is surrounded by verdant grassland and plants, in harmony with snowy mountains. The water shades changes with the seasons.
𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗿:
Located in Ranwu Town of Baxoi County, Laigu Glacier (or Lhegu Glacier来古冰川) features an ensemble of 6 icy giants. It is one of the world's three largest #glaciers that showcasing radiant #blue ice. When the sun's out, these mammoth ice blocks take on a charming blue color. Imagine taking a photo in a blue ice cave.
𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀:
As we enter Bomi County, the landscape shifts dramatically. Here, where the rugged terrain mingles with the Himalayas, there's a maze of high mountains and ranges, with some peaks reaching impressive heights. The forests in Bomi retain a relatively primitive allure, and are the habitats of wild animals and plants.
There is a peach tree forest in Bomi County called Taohua Valley (桃花沟), literally Peach Flower Valley. The valley is embraced by mountains on three sides, some of which are capped with white snow. The natural beauty of the area will not let you down.
𝗧𝗶𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
The famous town of Guxiang (古乡古村) on the Sichuan-Tibet line is said to be the hometown of Tibet's 1st ruler Nyatri Tsenpo (聂赤赞普). Local markets offer unique Tibetan arts and crafts like #Thangka paintings.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌊 Take in the gem-like Ranwu Lake, set against a backdrop of blue sky and snowy mountains
🤩 Marvel at the blues of Midui Glacier and Laigu Glacier
🏔️ Admire fairy-like Guxiang Lake flowing at the foot of snowy mountains
🚶 Enjoy a romantic moment at Taohua Valley
😋 Try authentic Tibetan food like highland barley wine, butter tea and stone-pot chicken
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 26
📍𝐵𝑎𝑠𝑢
💧𝐷𝑟𝑖𝑧𝑧𝑙𝑒
Today, we will greet the highest mountain pass on the southern route of Sichuan-Tibet Highway – Dongda Mountain (东达山) at an altitude of 5,130m. One side of the mountain is the galloping Lancang River, and the other is Zuogong County (左贡县). The altitude variation in one day can reach up to 2500m, so remember to bring proper outwear to stay warm.
𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀:
Located in the deep valley in Qamdo City (昌都市), Bangda Grassland (邦达草原) spanning several counties is #alpine #grassland with broad and slow topography and plenty of water and lush grass, at an average altitude of 4,200m. Winding the upstream of Yuqu River (玉曲河), it was a must-visit on the ancient Tea Horse Road. In addition to the herds of cattle and sheep wandering there foraging, you might also spot Tibetan gazelle (藏原羚).
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀:
The Nujiang River, one of the major rivers in southwest China, originates from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The "72 Turns of Nujiang River (怒江72拐)" is one of the most famous sections of the winding road along the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. The stunning sight is between the counties of Bangda and Basu. Drivers, passengers and even thrill-seeking cyclists ascend from 3,100m to a breathtaking altitude of 4,658m to feast their eyes. Viewing the spectacular hairpin bends from above, one can see the meandering road winding against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
Arriving Basu, or Baxoi County (八宿县), located in Hengduan Mountains in the southeast of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Have a good rest and try the local delicacy #buckwheat #pancake.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌲Drive through Jueba Mountain (觉巴山) and soak in the unique scenery of sea of forests above 4,000m-high mountains
🏔️ Greet Dongda Mountain, the trip's 1st 5,000m-plus summit, which is also the highest pass on the southern route of Sichuan-Tibet Highway
🎶Explore Bangda Grassland, where you'll get to learn more about the Tibetan epic "King Gesar" and experience rich Tibetan culture
🚞Take on the challenge of the amazing long and winding "72 Turns of Nujiang River"
😋Try local buckwheat pancake (荞麦饼), featuring a unique blend of creamy aroma and smooth texture
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 26
📍𝐵𝑎𝑠𝑢
💧𝐷𝑟𝑖𝑧𝑧𝑙𝑒
Today, we will greet the highest mountain pass on the southern route of Sichuan-Tibet Highway – Dongda Mountain (东达山) at an altitude of 5,130m. One side of the mountain is the galloping Lancang River, and the other is Zuogong County (左贡县). The altitude variation in one day can reach up to 2500m, so remember to bring proper outwear to stay warm.
𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀:
Located in the deep valley in Qamdo City (昌都市), Bangda Grassland (邦达草原) spanning several counties is #alpine #grassland with broad and slow topography and plenty of water and lush grass, at an average altitude of 4,200m. Winding the upstream of Yuqu River (玉曲河), it was a must-visit on the ancient Tea Horse Road. In addition to the herds of cattle and sheep wandering there foraging, you might also spot Tibetan gazelle (藏原羚).
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀:
The Nujiang River, one of the major rivers in southwest China, originates from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The "72 Turns of Nujiang River (怒江72拐)" is one of the most famous sections of the winding road along the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. The stunning sight is between the counties of Bangda and Basu. Drivers, passengers and even thrill-seeking cyclists ascend from 3,100m to a breathtaking altitude of 4,658m to feast their eyes. Viewing the spectacular hairpin bends from above, one can see the meandering road winding against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
Arriving Basu, or Baxoi County (八宿县), located in Hengduan Mountains in the southeast of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Have a good rest and try the local delicacy #buckwheat #pancake.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌲Drive through Jueba Mountain (觉巴山) and soak in the unique scenery of sea of forests above 4,000m-high mountains
🏔️ Greet Dongda Mountain, the trip's 1st 5,000m-plus summit, which is also the highest pass on the southern route of Sichuan-Tibet Highway
🎶Explore Bangda Grassland, where you'll get to learn more about the Tibetan epic "King Gesar" and experience rich Tibetan culture
🚞Take on the challenge of the amazing long and winding "72 Turns of Nujiang River"
😋Try local buckwheat pancake (荞麦饼), featuring a unique blend of creamy aroma and smooth texture
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 25
📍 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨 – 𝘙𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘪
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Crossing the Jinshajiang Bridge that links #Batang in #Sichuan Province to Mangkang County in #Tibet, we officially step foot on the land of Tibet. Our journey brings us face-to-face with #Zongbala Mountain (宗巴拉山), also known as Zongla Mountain, standing tall at an altitude of 4,150m – the first mountain to greet us in Tibet.
As we navigate the winding roads to #Mangkang County (芒康县) at an average altitude of 3,500m, a sense of desolation permeates the landscape. Steep mountains and sparse grassland paints a scene quite different from the lush river-grass scenery of western Sichuan.
At 4,338m high, Lawu Mountain (拉乌山) is a gentle mountain pass in Mangkang. Unlike other meadow mountains, it features a sporadic green hue on the range which can be seen from afar.
𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆-𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱:
Mangkang salt field (盐田) is a world cultural wonder, blending into the palette of #nature. Located in Yanjing Town of Mangkang County, it spans both the east and west banks of the Lancang River. With a history of over 1,000 years, the #salt field is the only place in China that preserves the most complete and original manual salt drying method.
𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁:
Try local specialty jiajia noodles (加加面), literally "adding #noodles" in English, which is one of the region's intangible cultural heritages. Waiters make it their mission to keep refilling your bowl with mouthful noodles until you are satisfied – a heartwarming gesture of #hospitality. These noodles, made with #buckwheat flour and topped with minced Tibetan pork and scallions, are beyond just a meal. Fun to check out: count empty bowls with small stones and pay based on the number of stones.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
⛰️ Enjoy unobstructed scenery at the viewing platform on Lawu Mountain
👀 See the splendor of Mangkang's thousand-year-old salt field, dressed in earthy tones
🌊 Appreciate the Lancang River running through Rumei Town
😋 Enjoy our first Tibetan meal in Tibet and see how many bowls of 𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘢𝘯 we can have for one meal
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 25
📍 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨 – 𝘙𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘪
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Crossing the Jinshajiang Bridge that links #Batang in #Sichuan Province to Mangkang County in #Tibet, we officially step foot on the land of Tibet. Our journey brings us face-to-face with #Zongbala Mountain (宗巴拉山), also known as Zongla Mountain, standing tall at an altitude of 4,150m – the first mountain to greet us in Tibet.
As we navigate the winding roads to #Mangkang County (芒康县) at an average altitude of 3,500m, a sense of desolation permeates the landscape. Steep mountains and sparse grassland paints a scene quite different from the lush river-grass scenery of western Sichuan.
At 4,338m high, Lawu Mountain (拉乌山) is a gentle mountain pass in Mangkang. Unlike other meadow mountains, it features a sporadic green hue on the range which can be seen from afar.
𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆-𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱:
Mangkang salt field (盐田) is a world cultural wonder, blending into the palette of #nature. Located in Yanjing Town of Mangkang County, it spans both the east and west banks of the Lancang River. With a history of over 1,000 years, the #salt field is the only place in China that preserves the most complete and original manual salt drying method.
𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁:
Try local specialty jiajia noodles (加加面), literally "adding #noodles" in English, which is one of the region's intangible cultural heritages. Waiters make it their mission to keep refilling your bowl with mouthful noodles until you are satisfied – a heartwarming gesture of #hospitality. These noodles, made with #buckwheat flour and topped with minced Tibetan pork and scallions, are beyond just a meal. Fun to check out: count empty bowls with small stones and pay based on the number of stones.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
⛰️ Enjoy unobstructed scenery at the viewing platform on Lawu Mountain
👀 See the splendor of Mangkang's thousand-year-old salt field, dressed in earthy tones
🌊 Appreciate the Lancang River running through Rumei Town
😋 Enjoy our first Tibetan meal in Tibet and see how many bowls of 𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘢𝘯 we can have for one meal
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@TibetTodayCN @tibet_online
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 24
📍 𝘋𝘢𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘨 𝘠𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 – 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨 – 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
𝗛𝗮𝗶𝘇𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 (海子山), a big area of mountains and lakes lie between #Litang and #Daocheng, boasts beautiful landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau. It is considered to be one of the underestimated places of west Sichuan.
𝗭𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 (literally Sister Lake 姊妹湖) nestled in Haizi Mountain, with its glistening beauty at an average altitude of 4,500m, is an absolute must-see on the Sichuan-Tibet line. When sunshine hits, it's like pearls dancing on water. And the best part? Nature's grandeur comes free of charge. No entry fee, just boundless beauty.
𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸:
A scenic drive from Litang to Batang, some 170km, is sure to leave you in awe of nature's beauty. Batang County, located in the westernmost part of Sichuan Province and bordering Yunnan Province and the Tibet Autonomous Region, is slightly off the beaten track and has a relatively lower altitude and warmer climate. Yet, there is no shortage of natural and cultural charms in the county.
Located within the Batang County, Cuopu Valley (措普沟) is a hidden treasure comparable to Daocheng Yading. The place has numerous unique landscapes like natural hot springs, pristine valley, ice blue alpine lakes, geyser, meadows, temples and rare birds. Veer away from the established boardwalk and explore the trails less traveled.
𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗫𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶:
Batang, hailed as the "home of #Xianzi (originally refers to a two-stringed Chinese musical instrument 弦子)," has a thriving singing and dancing culture. With a history spanning over 1,000 years, Batang Xianzi on China's national intangible cultural heritage list is a representative #art form in the region that features Tibetan folk songs and dances.
𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀: try "𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘫𝘪𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘰𝘻𝘪 (团结包子)" – a typical Batang staple which is a flatbread-like bun that can serve up to 10 people – and delicious pork leg (香猪腿).
🤳 Take selfies at the "Route 318" sign on the G318 highway in Litang
⛰️ Jump into a quick hiking tour around Haizi Mountain
🌊 Immerse in the beauty of Sister Lake's sapphire and emerald hues
🥰 Appreciate glass-clear alpine lakes at Cuopu Valley
💃 Enjoy graceful movements of the Xianzi dance in Batang
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @GanziChina
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 24
📍 𝘋𝘢𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘨 𝘠𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 – 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨 – 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
𝗛𝗮𝗶𝘇𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 (海子山), a big area of mountains and lakes lie between #Litang and #Daocheng, boasts beautiful landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau. It is considered to be one of the underestimated places of west Sichuan.
𝗭𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 (literally Sister Lake 姊妹湖) nestled in Haizi Mountain, with its glistening beauty at an average altitude of 4,500m, is an absolute must-see on the Sichuan-Tibet line. When sunshine hits, it's like pearls dancing on water. And the best part? Nature's grandeur comes free of charge. No entry fee, just boundless beauty.
𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸:
A scenic drive from Litang to Batang, some 170km, is sure to leave you in awe of nature's beauty. Batang County, located in the westernmost part of Sichuan Province and bordering Yunnan Province and the Tibet Autonomous Region, is slightly off the beaten track and has a relatively lower altitude and warmer climate. Yet, there is no shortage of natural and cultural charms in the county.
Located within the Batang County, Cuopu Valley (措普沟) is a hidden treasure comparable to Daocheng Yading. The place has numerous unique landscapes like natural hot springs, pristine valley, ice blue alpine lakes, geyser, meadows, temples and rare birds. Veer away from the established boardwalk and explore the trails less traveled.
𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗫𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶:
Batang, hailed as the "home of #Xianzi (originally refers to a two-stringed Chinese musical instrument 弦子)," has a thriving singing and dancing culture. With a history spanning over 1,000 years, Batang Xianzi on China's national intangible cultural heritage list is a representative #art form in the region that features Tibetan folk songs and dances.
𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀: try "𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘫𝘪𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘰𝘻𝘪 (团结包子)" – a typical Batang staple which is a flatbread-like bun that can serve up to 10 people – and delicious pork leg (香猪腿).
🤳 Take selfies at the "Route 318" sign on the G318 highway in Litang
⛰️ Jump into a quick hiking tour around Haizi Mountain
🌊 Immerse in the beauty of Sister Lake's sapphire and emerald hues
🥰 Appreciate glass-clear alpine lakes at Cuopu Valley
💃 Enjoy graceful movements of the Xianzi dance in Batang
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @GanziChina
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 23
📍 𝘋𝘢𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘨 𝘠𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
As the holy land of the Tibetan people, #Yading Nature Reserve in Daocheng County is well known for its snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, colorful forests and crystal-clear lakes. The place was the inspiration for James Hilton's well-known novel "Lost Horizon."
Bring along warm clothes, have proper sun protection and let's embark on an #adventure.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗟𝗮':
Covering an area of 56,000 hectares at an altitude ranging from 2,900 to 6,000m, the Yading Nature Reserve is known for being one of the best-preserved and most ancient natural scenic spots in China. Featuring untouched and amazing #plateau scenery, Yading Nature Reserve is often praised as "the last Shangri-La." It is also a habitat for rare species of animal like Tibetan #antelopes.
𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀:
Milk Lake (牛奶海) shaped like a drop of water is an elegant glacial lake that got its name from the outermost layer of the lake water which is colored white. Pearl Lake (珍珠海) at about 4,000m above sea level looks like a piece of jadeite carved by nature. The reflection of the surrounding snow-capped mountains is mirrored in this holy lake making it a great place for shutterbugs.
𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 (冲古寺):
Sitting at an altitude of 3,900m, it's a site you cannot miss on your way to the Three Mountains of God in Yading. It was originally built during the Yuan Dynasty.
𝗧𝗶𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗲:
#𝘡𝘢𝘯𝘣𝘢 (糌粑) or tsampa, is originally made from highland #barley. This Tibetan herder staple, a favorite delicacy of Tibetan people, pairs perfectly with butter tea. Most of the 𝘻𝘢𝘯𝘣𝘢 sold to tourists are modern versions made with ghee, milk dregs and sugar. Have a try in local restaurant.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🚶 Admire Three Mountains of God in a triangle formation in Yading
🏔️ Spot herds of cattle and sheep at Luorong Pasture (洛绒牧场) at the foot of the snow-capped mountains
🌊 Catch the sight of Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake (五色海) under changing #sunlight
👀 Visit Chonggu Monastery, and get to learn the architectural style and culture of Tibetan temples
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @GanziChina
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 23
📍 𝘋𝘢𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘨 𝘠𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
As the holy land of the Tibetan people, #Yading Nature Reserve in Daocheng County is well known for its snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, colorful forests and crystal-clear lakes. The place was the inspiration for James Hilton's well-known novel "Lost Horizon."
Bring along warm clothes, have proper sun protection and let's embark on an #adventure.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗟𝗮':
Covering an area of 56,000 hectares at an altitude ranging from 2,900 to 6,000m, the Yading Nature Reserve is known for being one of the best-preserved and most ancient natural scenic spots in China. Featuring untouched and amazing #plateau scenery, Yading Nature Reserve is often praised as "the last Shangri-La." It is also a habitat for rare species of animal like Tibetan #antelopes.
𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀:
Milk Lake (牛奶海) shaped like a drop of water is an elegant glacial lake that got its name from the outermost layer of the lake water which is colored white. Pearl Lake (珍珠海) at about 4,000m above sea level looks like a piece of jadeite carved by nature. The reflection of the surrounding snow-capped mountains is mirrored in this holy lake making it a great place for shutterbugs.
𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 (冲古寺):
Sitting at an altitude of 3,900m, it's a site you cannot miss on your way to the Three Mountains of God in Yading. It was originally built during the Yuan Dynasty.
𝗧𝗶𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗲:
#𝘡𝘢𝘯𝘣𝘢 (糌粑) or tsampa, is originally made from highland #barley. This Tibetan herder staple, a favorite delicacy of Tibetan people, pairs perfectly with butter tea. Most of the 𝘻𝘢𝘯𝘣𝘢 sold to tourists are modern versions made with ghee, milk dregs and sugar. Have a try in local restaurant.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🚶 Admire Three Mountains of God in a triangle formation in Yading
🏔️ Spot herds of cattle and sheep at Luorong Pasture (洛绒牧场) at the foot of the snow-capped mountains
🌊 Catch the sight of Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake (五色海) under changing #sunlight
👀 Visit Chonggu Monastery, and get to learn the architectural style and culture of Tibetan temples
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @GanziChina
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 22
📍 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
On our route from Yajiang to #Litang, we'll meet the famous 18-zig road, part of the #G318 #highway on Jianziwan mountain on the Sichuan-Tibet highway. Jianziwan Mountain stands tall at 4,659m above sea level, one of the highest mountain passes along G318 in #Kham region. Beyond it we will see a vast expanse of alpine meadows.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝘆:'
Litang, with its untouched beauty, perched over 4,000m above sea level high on the Tibetan Plateau. In Tibetan language, Litang means "flat grasslands like bronze mirrors." Imagine the views!
Prior to 2020, few Chinese had heard of Litang until a 20-year-old good-looking Tibetan herdsman named Tamdrin, or Ding Zhen in Mandarin, became an Internet celebrity. His hometown, Litang, took center stage when his video went viral online. Suddenly, Litang became a hotspot.
𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
The #horse racing festival is a summer tradition in Litang. Get ready for the horseback stunts by the young. It has been a fun festival to watch, and tent camping is on the table too. The valley might be a great place to go for a walk during summer.
Have a good rest in Daocheng and wait for another adventurous day to unfold.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌄 Cross Jianziwan Mountain for a stunning view of zigzaging roads on the Sichuan-Tibet highway
🐎 Catch the exhilarating traditional horse races in Litang
🌊 Explore Genyen, an uncharted land, and find "Eye of Genyen," a round alpine lake
😋 Try typical Tibetan food like yak meat 𝘣𝘢𝘰𝘻𝘪 (buns)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 22
📍 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
On our route from Yajiang to #Litang, we'll meet the famous 18-zig road, part of the #G318 #highway on Jianziwan mountain on the Sichuan-Tibet highway. Jianziwan Mountain stands tall at 4,659m above sea level, one of the highest mountain passes along G318 in #Kham region. Beyond it we will see a vast expanse of alpine meadows.
'𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝘆:'
Litang, with its untouched beauty, perched over 4,000m above sea level high on the Tibetan Plateau. In Tibetan language, Litang means "flat grasslands like bronze mirrors." Imagine the views!
Prior to 2020, few Chinese had heard of Litang until a 20-year-old good-looking Tibetan herdsman named Tamdrin, or Ding Zhen in Mandarin, became an Internet celebrity. His hometown, Litang, took center stage when his video went viral online. Suddenly, Litang became a hotspot.
𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
The #horse racing festival is a summer tradition in Litang. Get ready for the horseback stunts by the young. It has been a fun festival to watch, and tent camping is on the table too. The valley might be a great place to go for a walk during summer.
Have a good rest in Daocheng and wait for another adventurous day to unfold.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌄 Cross Jianziwan Mountain for a stunning view of zigzaging roads on the Sichuan-Tibet highway
🐎 Catch the exhilarating traditional horse races in Litang
🌊 Explore Genyen, an uncharted land, and find "Eye of Genyen," a round alpine lake
😋 Try typical Tibetan food like yak meat 𝘣𝘢𝘰𝘻𝘪 (buns)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 21
📍 𝘒𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
The 4,962m Zheduo Mountain (折多山) in #Kangding stands as a vital geographical divide. Beyond its peak is the eastern domain of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, or literally the Tibetan region. Gazing from the summit reveals the majestic peaks of Mount Gongga. High on the slopes, Tibetan prayer flags strung along trails and peaks, fluttering in the breeze as symbols of blessings.
𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁: Go for an epic panorama of Yala Snow Mountain, Mount Skubla and Mount Gonga at Yuzixi Pass (鱼子西垭口), a rare one of the sightseeing platforms in western Sichuan. Some 400m off the Sichuan-Tibet Highway lies Moshi Park (墨石公园) in Daofu County, known for its unique geographical landscape – the stone forest. Keep an eye out! A close encounter with a groundhog will definitely make your day!
𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲: Located between Litang in south and the northern passage of Sichuan-Tibet Railway Route toward Ganzi, Xindu Bridge (新都桥) is known as "the photographers' paradise." Here you can take pictures of boundless meadows, winding streams, herds of cattle and sheep grazing the hillside and scattered Tibetan villages.
Stay overnight in Yajiang, south of Ganzi, celebrated as China's "home of #matsutake."
⛰️ Cross the pass of Zheduo Mountain, leaving prayer flags (经幡) for good blessings
🌇 Enjoy a breathtaking sunset at the campsite in Yuzixi
👀 Explore the otherworldly beauty of the "#marscape" at Moshi Park
📸 Snap loads of photos of the pastoral landscape along Xindu Bridge
😋 Have a soothing pot of braised chicken with matsutake in Yajiang
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 21
📍 𝘒𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
The 4,962m Zheduo Mountain (折多山) in #Kangding stands as a vital geographical divide. Beyond its peak is the eastern domain of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, or literally the Tibetan region. Gazing from the summit reveals the majestic peaks of Mount Gongga. High on the slopes, Tibetan prayer flags strung along trails and peaks, fluttering in the breeze as symbols of blessings.
𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁: Go for an epic panorama of Yala Snow Mountain, Mount Skubla and Mount Gonga at Yuzixi Pass (鱼子西垭口), a rare one of the sightseeing platforms in western Sichuan. Some 400m off the Sichuan-Tibet Highway lies Moshi Park (墨石公园) in Daofu County, known for its unique geographical landscape – the stone forest. Keep an eye out! A close encounter with a groundhog will definitely make your day!
𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲: Located between Litang in south and the northern passage of Sichuan-Tibet Railway Route toward Ganzi, Xindu Bridge (新都桥) is known as "the photographers' paradise." Here you can take pictures of boundless meadows, winding streams, herds of cattle and sheep grazing the hillside and scattered Tibetan villages.
Stay overnight in Yajiang, south of Ganzi, celebrated as China's "home of #matsutake."
⛰️ Cross the pass of Zheduo Mountain, leaving prayer flags (经幡) for good blessings
🌇 Enjoy a breathtaking sunset at the campsite in Yuzixi
👀 Explore the otherworldly beauty of the "#marscape" at Moshi Park
📸 Snap loads of photos of the pastoral landscape along Xindu Bridge
😋 Have a soothing pot of braised chicken with matsutake in Yajiang
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 20
📍 𝘏𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘶𝘰𝘨𝘰𝘶
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Roughly 49km away from Kangding, #Hailuogou (海螺沟), or Conch Gully, is well-known for its natural resort with miraculous snow-capped mountain view, glaciers, forests, hot springs, red rock and fog landscape. If you are looking for some glacial adventures and not too adversely affected by altitude sickness, this is the perfect summer outdoor destination for you!
𝗚𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗹: Located in the glacial valley on the eastern slope of the towering 7,556m Mount Gongga (贡嘎雪山), the highest mountain in #Sichuan Province, Hailuogou scenic spot in Luding County boasts one of very few low-latitude glaciers that remain accessible throughout the year. You can see the main peak of Mount Gongga at the Hailuogou Glacier Park, China's one-and-only glacier forest park. Often rising above the drifting clouds, Mount Gongga is super magnificent with the golden hues cast upon it by the first light of morning!
𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸: The striking red rock terrain is one of the rarest treasures of Hailuogou Glacier Park. At the Red Rock Shoal (红石滩) at the Camp No. 4, every rock along the river bed is covered in red orange algae. Quite a contrasting view against the backdrop of blue sky and white snow-capped mountains.
𝗬𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 (燕子沟), or Swallow Valley, is one of the twin gullies winding under Mount Gongga together with Hailuogou. It is popular among visitors and photographers for its glaciers, forest park and particularly a large stretch of red rocks. The red rocks formations, about 20km along the riverbank, is a visual and mental spectacle!
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌲 Embrace the coolness amid the vast virgin forest of Hailougou
🌊 Visit Camp No. 4 to see the 1,100m-wide grand ice waterfall (大冰瀑布), with a height of 1,080m. It is the tallest and most spectacular glacial waterfall discovered in China so far .
🫧 Unwind in the soothing glacial hot spring spa at Camp No. 2
😋 Explore historical charms at Moxi Old Town (磨西古镇) and take a bite of Moxi cured pork (磨西腊肉)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
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#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 20
📍 𝘏𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘶𝘰𝘨𝘰𝘶
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Roughly 49km away from Kangding, #Hailuogou (海螺沟), or Conch Gully, is well-known for its natural resort with miraculous snow-capped mountain view, glaciers, forests, hot springs, red rock and fog landscape. If you are looking for some glacial adventures and not too adversely affected by altitude sickness, this is the perfect summer outdoor destination for you!
𝗚𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗹: Located in the glacial valley on the eastern slope of the towering 7,556m Mount Gongga (贡嘎雪山), the highest mountain in #Sichuan Province, Hailuogou scenic spot in Luding County boasts one of very few low-latitude glaciers that remain accessible throughout the year. You can see the main peak of Mount Gongga at the Hailuogou Glacier Park, China's one-and-only glacier forest park. Often rising above the drifting clouds, Mount Gongga is super magnificent with the golden hues cast upon it by the first light of morning!
𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸: The striking red rock terrain is one of the rarest treasures of Hailuogou Glacier Park. At the Red Rock Shoal (红石滩) at the Camp No. 4, every rock along the river bed is covered in red orange algae. Quite a contrasting view against the backdrop of blue sky and white snow-capped mountains.
𝗬𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗶 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 (燕子沟), or Swallow Valley, is one of the twin gullies winding under Mount Gongga together with Hailuogou. It is popular among visitors and photographers for its glaciers, forest park and particularly a large stretch of red rocks. The red rocks formations, about 20km along the riverbank, is a visual and mental spectacle!
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌲 Embrace the coolness amid the vast virgin forest of Hailougou
🌊 Visit Camp No. 4 to see the 1,100m-wide grand ice waterfall (大冰瀑布), with a height of 1,080m. It is the tallest and most spectacular glacial waterfall discovered in China so far .
🫧 Unwind in the soothing glacial hot spring spa at Camp No. 2
😋 Explore historical charms at Moxi Old Town (磨西古镇) and take a bite of Moxi cured pork (磨西腊肉)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
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#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 19
📍 𝘒𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Today we set off from Ya'an and drive all the way to #Kangding, capital city of the Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of #Garze in #Sichuan Province.
𝗔 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁: Take a break at Tianquan Service Area (天全服务区) along Ya'an-Kangding Highway, where we can find adorable #panda elements.
𝗘𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁 (二郎山风景名胜区): Located at Tianquan County of Ya'an, it is known for the forest view and wildlife species. Laba River (喇叭河), with untouched beauty, is home to rare fauna and flora including wildebeest and sambar deer.
𝗡𝗶𝘂𝗯𝗲𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 (牛背山): Part of Erlangshan, it is named after a summit rock that resembles a cow's head and a long ridge shaped like a cow's back. The mountain is surrounded by spectacular scenery and is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers. Mount Gongga (贡嘎雪山), the highest mountain in Sichuan, can be seen from the top of the Niubei Mountain.
𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝘁: By the end of the day, we'll reach Kangding, nestled on the southeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is a melting pot of 24 ethnic groups. As a key town on the ancient Tea-Horse Road (茶马古道), Kangding sits at an altitude of 4,526m, serving as a bridge between Tibetan and Han cultures.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🤳 Take selfies with the Route 318 sign at Tianquan Service Area
🏔️ Gaze at 7,556m snowy Mount Gongga from the 360-degree sightseeing platform on Niubei Mountain
🌉 Cross the Luding chain bridge (铁索泸定桥) over the Dadu River (大渡河)
🦌 Spot sika deer and red panda around Laba River at Erlangshan Scenic Resort
😋 Try Tibetan-style #hotpot made with #yak meat and potato (牛肉盖被) and traditional Tibetan drink yak butter tea (酥油茶)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
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#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 19
📍 𝘒𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴
Today we set off from Ya'an and drive all the way to #Kangding, capital city of the Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of #Garze in #Sichuan Province.
𝗔 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁: Take a break at Tianquan Service Area (天全服务区) along Ya'an-Kangding Highway, where we can find adorable #panda elements.
𝗘𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁 (二郎山风景名胜区): Located at Tianquan County of Ya'an, it is known for the forest view and wildlife species. Laba River (喇叭河), with untouched beauty, is home to rare fauna and flora including wildebeest and sambar deer.
𝗡𝗶𝘂𝗯𝗲𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 (牛背山): Part of Erlangshan, it is named after a summit rock that resembles a cow's head and a long ridge shaped like a cow's back. The mountain is surrounded by spectacular scenery and is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers. Mount Gongga (贡嘎雪山), the highest mountain in Sichuan, can be seen from the top of the Niubei Mountain.
𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝘁: By the end of the day, we'll reach Kangding, nestled on the southeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It is a melting pot of 24 ethnic groups. As a key town on the ancient Tea-Horse Road (茶马古道), Kangding sits at an altitude of 4,526m, serving as a bridge between Tibetan and Han cultures.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🤳 Take selfies with the Route 318 sign at Tianquan Service Area
🏔️ Gaze at 7,556m snowy Mount Gongga from the 360-degree sightseeing platform on Niubei Mountain
🌉 Cross the Luding chain bridge (铁索泸定桥) over the Dadu River (大渡河)
🦌 Spot sika deer and red panda around Laba River at Erlangshan Scenic Resort
😋 Try Tibetan-style #hotpot made with #yak meat and potato (牛肉盖被) and traditional Tibetan drink yak butter tea (酥油茶)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @GanziChina
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 18
📍 𝘔𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘌𝘮𝘦𝘪
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
Today we will embark on a spiritual journey to Mount Emei, a revered Buddhist haven. Located in the southwest of Sichuan Basin, it is one of the Four Great Buddhist Mountains in China and boasts an enchanted combination of lush forest, monasteries and stunning views. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, its has both cultural and natural wonders.
𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Wanfoding (万佛顶), Mount Emei's highest peak, stands tall at 3,099m. The second highest peak is the Golden Summit (金顶) at 3079.3m, and it's also the highest point accessible to tourists. Try our luck to see if we can witness Mount Emei's four wonders: sunrise, cloud sea, Buddha's Halo and holy light.
𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆: Mount Emei is home to 5,000+ plants and 2,300+ wild animals species, including those protective ones like leaf butterfly, black stork, red panda and Temminck's tragopan. Monkeys, a mountain feature, often seek food from visitors. Keep your bags sealed o respect their natural habits.
𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽: Ya'an, a gateway between Sichuan Basin and Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, challenges us with the "ladder topography" of China's highest step, formed by the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at the average height of over 4,000m.
𝗧𝗲𝗮 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Mengding Mountain (蒙顶山) in Ya'an is the birthplace of the world's tea culture and home to the earliest tea plantations ever recorded in written Chinese. Located 16km north of Ya'an city center, Green Peak Gorge, or Bifengxia Scenic Area (碧峰峡风景区), is well-known for its lush green all year long. Legend has it that the goddess Nuwa (女娲) incarnated this place.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌄 Sunrise over the clouds at the Golden Summit of Mount Emei
🍵 Ascend misty Mengding Mountain for the vista of 1,500-𝘮𝘶 (1-square-kilometer) tea fields
🚶 Enjoy a verdant view at Bifengxia Scenic Area and spot wildlife
😋 Treat ourselves to Yayu fish casserole (砂锅雅鱼) – one of the top 10 classic Sichuan dishes – and puree made with rice, glutinous rice and soybeans (三合泥)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 18
📍 𝘔𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘌𝘮𝘦𝘪
☁️ 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘺
Today we will embark on a spiritual journey to Mount Emei, a revered Buddhist haven. Located in the southwest of Sichuan Basin, it is one of the Four Great Buddhist Mountains in China and boasts an enchanted combination of lush forest, monasteries and stunning views. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, its has both cultural and natural wonders.
𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Wanfoding (万佛顶), Mount Emei's highest peak, stands tall at 3,099m. The second highest peak is the Golden Summit (金顶) at 3079.3m, and it's also the highest point accessible to tourists. Try our luck to see if we can witness Mount Emei's four wonders: sunrise, cloud sea, Buddha's Halo and holy light.
𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆: Mount Emei is home to 5,000+ plants and 2,300+ wild animals species, including those protective ones like leaf butterfly, black stork, red panda and Temminck's tragopan. Monkeys, a mountain feature, often seek food from visitors. Keep your bags sealed o respect their natural habits.
𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽: Ya'an, a gateway between Sichuan Basin and Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, challenges us with the "ladder topography" of China's highest step, formed by the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at the average height of over 4,000m.
𝗧𝗲𝗮 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Mengding Mountain (蒙顶山) in Ya'an is the birthplace of the world's tea culture and home to the earliest tea plantations ever recorded in written Chinese. Located 16km north of Ya'an city center, Green Peak Gorge, or Bifengxia Scenic Area (碧峰峡风景区), is well-known for its lush green all year long. Legend has it that the goddess Nuwa (女娲) incarnated this place.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌄 Sunrise over the clouds at the Golden Summit of Mount Emei
🍵 Ascend misty Mengding Mountain for the vista of 1,500-𝘮𝘶 (1-square-kilometer) tea fields
🚶 Enjoy a verdant view at Bifengxia Scenic Area and spot wildlife
😋 Treat ourselves to Yayu fish casserole (砂锅雅鱼) – one of the top 10 classic Sichuan dishes – and puree made with rice, glutinous rice and soybeans (三合泥)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 17
📍 𝘋𝘶𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘺𝘢𝘯
☀️ 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘯𝘺
Setting off from #Chengdu, we're about to dive into an incredible journey on the legendary #Sichuan-#Tibet Highway, part of #Route318. This highway, one of the world's highest, stretches all the way to #Lhasa in the west, traversing through valleys, plateau lakes, glaciers and snow-capped mountains. It's a year-round magnet for backpackers and road-trippers due to the diverse landscapes along the route.
But before we embrace the Sichuan-Tibet highway adventure, there's one essential stop in Chengdu: a #panda rendezvous.
𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹: Get up early and save half a day for Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, or Chengdu Panda Base, a top choice to refuel on adorable energy. Pandas spend most of their afternoons snoozing, particularly during the peak of midsummer. Try to visit in the morning, when they are most active.
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: Next stop, #Dujiangyan over the Minjiang River in the western Sichuan Basin. It is located between the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the Chengdu Plain. Built over 2,200 years ago, the Dujiangyan water conservancy project (都江堰水利工程) is the world's oldest irrigation and flood-control system that still functions. The unprecedented project greatly promoted the development of #agriculture. The Chengdu Plain has since embraced tremendous fertility.
𝗚𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗵𝗮: Make a stop at #Leshan (乐山), home to the Giant Buddha, which is on the #UNESCO World Heritage List. The towering 71m statue, believed to be the world's largest #Buddha, overlooking three converging rivers outside the city. Carved directly from the cliff rock of Mount Lingyun during the Tang Dynasty, it's a 90-year testament to artistry. As a local saying goes, "The mountain is a Buddha, and the Buddha is a mountain."
𝗟𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆: Actually the real reason we come to Leshan is the food. The city is full of amazing snacks as well. Qiaojiao Beef (跷脚牛肉) is the chief representative of local food. It is a rich yet delicate slow-cooked #beef broth with pretty much all parts of the cattle. It is also friendly to people has little spicy food tolerance.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🐼 Say hi to Sichuan's most famous residents
🚶 Visit the amazing Sanxingdui Ruins for exquisite artifacts like the Bronze Standing Figure
🌊 Marvel at Dujiangyan, one of the world's greatest water conservancy projects atop Baopingkou (都江堰宝瓶口), or Bottle-Neck Channel
👀 Find tranquility visiting the 71m-tall Leshan Giant Buddha statue
😋 Try the famous 𝘣𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘫𝘪 (钵钵鸡), or spicy cold skewer snack, originated in Leshan
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @SanxingduiC @LeshanHi
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 17
📍 𝘋𝘶𝘫𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘺𝘢𝘯
☀️ 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘯𝘺
Setting off from #Chengdu, we're about to dive into an incredible journey on the legendary #Sichuan-#Tibet Highway, part of #Route318. This highway, one of the world's highest, stretches all the way to #Lhasa in the west, traversing through valleys, plateau lakes, glaciers and snow-capped mountains. It's a year-round magnet for backpackers and road-trippers due to the diverse landscapes along the route.
But before we embrace the Sichuan-Tibet highway adventure, there's one essential stop in Chengdu: a #panda rendezvous.
𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹: Get up early and save half a day for Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, or Chengdu Panda Base, a top choice to refuel on adorable energy. Pandas spend most of their afternoons snoozing, particularly during the peak of midsummer. Try to visit in the morning, when they are most active.
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: Next stop, #Dujiangyan over the Minjiang River in the western Sichuan Basin. It is located between the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the Chengdu Plain. Built over 2,200 years ago, the Dujiangyan water conservancy project (都江堰水利工程) is the world's oldest irrigation and flood-control system that still functions. The unprecedented project greatly promoted the development of #agriculture. The Chengdu Plain has since embraced tremendous fertility.
𝗚𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗵𝗮: Make a stop at #Leshan (乐山), home to the Giant Buddha, which is on the #UNESCO World Heritage List. The towering 71m statue, believed to be the world's largest #Buddha, overlooking three converging rivers outside the city. Carved directly from the cliff rock of Mount Lingyun during the Tang Dynasty, it's a 90-year testament to artistry. As a local saying goes, "The mountain is a Buddha, and the Buddha is a mountain."
𝗟𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆: Actually the real reason we come to Leshan is the food. The city is full of amazing snacks as well. Qiaojiao Beef (跷脚牛肉) is the chief representative of local food. It is a rich yet delicate slow-cooked #beef broth with pretty much all parts of the cattle. It is also friendly to people has little spicy food tolerance.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🐼 Say hi to Sichuan's most famous residents
🚶 Visit the amazing Sanxingdui Ruins for exquisite artifacts like the Bronze Standing Figure
🌊 Marvel at Dujiangyan, one of the world's greatest water conservancy projects atop Baopingkou (都江堰宝瓶口), or Bottle-Neck Channel
👀 Find tranquility visiting the 71m-tall Leshan Giant Buddha statue
😋 Try the famous 𝘣𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘫𝘪 (钵钵鸡), or spicy cold skewer snack, originated in Leshan
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @SanxingduiC @LeshanHi
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 16
📍𝐶ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑑𝑢
🌧️𝑆ℎ𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟𝑠
Here are some hints to guess our destination today: spicy and numbing flavors, #mahjong and #tea houses. Any guesses?
That's right! Today, we are in #Chengdu, a city known for its favorable natural environment in #Sichuan Basin. People here relish the unique Chengdu lifestyle. Gastronomical delicacies and the charm of tea houses are integral parts of daily life for the residents.
𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: Chengdu's tea houses, run by migrants, can be found all over the city. These places know no social distinctions or formalities. People from all walks of life just shoot the breeze over a pot of tea.
𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: Sichuan Opera, famed for #bianlian (变脸) or face-changing, is a thriving part of the city culture. The Qingshuihe flyover on the Second Ring Road takes the shape of facial makeup in Sichuan Opera.
𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐞: Chengdu takes its food seriously and offers an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you crave spicy or mild, Sichuan cuisine have a variety of options that will satisfy every palate. Try Chengdu's version of the famous Chongqing #hotpot, #chuanchuan (coldpot skewers串串).
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭:
🍵Have morning tea with locals in lidded bowl style at People's Park (人民公园)
👏Step back in time to the Three Kingdoms Period at Wuhou Temple (武侯祠)
🐼 Capture the iconic climbing panda on Chunxi Road (春熙路)
😋Try food on skewers at your choice
🎶Enjoy live folk songs at bars on Yulin Road (玉林路)
🛶 Night boat tour over Jinjiang River (锦江)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @visionsichuan
@Chengdu_City @Chengdu_China @hello_chengdu
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 16
📍𝐶ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑑𝑢
🌧️𝑆ℎ𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟𝑠
Here are some hints to guess our destination today: spicy and numbing flavors, #mahjong and #tea houses. Any guesses?
That's right! Today, we are in #Chengdu, a city known for its favorable natural environment in #Sichuan Basin. People here relish the unique Chengdu lifestyle. Gastronomical delicacies and the charm of tea houses are integral parts of daily life for the residents.
𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: Chengdu's tea houses, run by migrants, can be found all over the city. These places know no social distinctions or formalities. People from all walks of life just shoot the breeze over a pot of tea.
𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: Sichuan Opera, famed for #bianlian (变脸) or face-changing, is a thriving part of the city culture. The Qingshuihe flyover on the Second Ring Road takes the shape of facial makeup in Sichuan Opera.
𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐞: Chengdu takes its food seriously and offers an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you crave spicy or mild, Sichuan cuisine have a variety of options that will satisfy every palate. Try Chengdu's version of the famous Chongqing #hotpot, #chuanchuan (coldpot skewers串串).
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭:
🍵Have morning tea with locals in lidded bowl style at People's Park (人民公园)
👏Step back in time to the Three Kingdoms Period at Wuhou Temple (武侯祠)
🐼 Capture the iconic climbing panda on Chunxi Road (春熙路)
😋Try food on skewers at your choice
🎶Enjoy live folk songs at bars on Yulin Road (玉林路)
🛶 Night boat tour over Jinjiang River (锦江)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @visionsichuan
@Chengdu_City @Chengdu_China @hello_chengdu
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 15
📍𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘻𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘨-𝘚𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨
⛈️𝘛𝘩𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘮
Today we're gonna venture deeper into #Sichuan Basin and uncover the hidden gems along the way.
𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐳𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 (阆中古城): Nestled in the northeast of Sichuan Basin and along the Jialing River, #Langzhong in Sichuan Province is one of the four greatest ancient towns in China, together with Lijiang in Yunnan, Pingyao in Shanxi and Shexian County in Anhui. It is also the origin of China's Spring Festival and #fengshui traditions. Endowed with a rich history, diverse #culture and scenic natural landscape, the town is definitely worth a visit!
𝐁𝐚𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫 (保宁醋): Pride of Langzhong, it is one of China's four famed #vinegar types and is brewed from several grains and a starter yeast of Chinese medicinal herbs. It tastes a bit more savory than sweet, and is the soul of Sichuan-style sweet-sour dishes.
𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧: Steeped in culture of #Guanyin (Bodhisattva of compassion and mercy) in China, Suining is home to Lingquan Temple (灵泉寺), a prominent site for #Buddhist activities. The Celadon Museum of Song Dynasty, unveils the unique #ceramics art of the Song Dynasty (AD 960-1279). It is China's only #museum dedicated to Song #celadons.
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭:
🚶♂️Get a glimpse of Langzhong's 2,000-plus year history by strolling through the streets in the old town area
🐃Marvel at ecological wonder of hundreds of farm cattle crossing the Jialing River
😋Try Langzhong's celebrated snack Zhangfei beef (张飞牛肉)
😁Admire silk crafts in Nanchong, China's City of Silk
💃Discover the elegance of Song celadons in Suining
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 15
📍𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘻𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘨-𝘚𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨
⛈️𝘛𝘩𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘮
Today we're gonna venture deeper into #Sichuan Basin and uncover the hidden gems along the way.
𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐳𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 (阆中古城): Nestled in the northeast of Sichuan Basin and along the Jialing River, #Langzhong in Sichuan Province is one of the four greatest ancient towns in China, together with Lijiang in Yunnan, Pingyao in Shanxi and Shexian County in Anhui. It is also the origin of China's Spring Festival and #fengshui traditions. Endowed with a rich history, diverse #culture and scenic natural landscape, the town is definitely worth a visit!
𝐁𝐚𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫 (保宁醋): Pride of Langzhong, it is one of China's four famed #vinegar types and is brewed from several grains and a starter yeast of Chinese medicinal herbs. It tastes a bit more savory than sweet, and is the soul of Sichuan-style sweet-sour dishes.
𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧: Steeped in culture of #Guanyin (Bodhisattva of compassion and mercy) in China, Suining is home to Lingquan Temple (灵泉寺), a prominent site for #Buddhist activities. The Celadon Museum of Song Dynasty, unveils the unique #ceramics art of the Song Dynasty (AD 960-1279). It is China's only #museum dedicated to Song #celadons.
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭:
🚶♂️Get a glimpse of Langzhong's 2,000-plus year history by strolling through the streets in the old town area
🐃Marvel at ecological wonder of hundreds of farm cattle crossing the Jialing River
😋Try Langzhong's celebrated snack Zhangfei beef (张飞牛肉)
😁Admire silk crafts in Nanchong, China's City of Silk
💃Discover the elegance of Song celadons in Suining
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@Amazingsichuan @SichuanStyle @visionsichuan @visionsichuan
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 14
📍𝐶ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑞𝑖𝑛𝑔
☁️𝐶𝑙𝑜𝑢𝑑𝑦
Today, let's explore nature's wonders in #Chongqing's outlying districts.
𝐑𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬: Travel 2hrs to the Wulong Karst Geological Park from downtown Chongqing and meet the stunning Three Natural Bridges (天生三桥). Tianlong, Qinglong and Heilong bridges, three huge arch spans stretching over 300 meters with an average width of some 200m, form the largest set of natural bridges in Asia. Spanning two enormous natural pits, they create a marvelous spectacle.
𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭: Furong Cave (芙蓉洞), the only #cave in China listed among World Natural Heritages, is another must-visit in #Wulong. This subterranean hall of art, where stalactites and stalagmites taking the form of waterfalls, flowers, grapes clusters and shields, is a testament to thousands of years of natural wonders.
𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲: Continue our trip 80km east of downtown Chongqing to Dazu, one of China's four major Buddhist caves and the one and only World Cultural Heritage in Chongqing. Admire the rock carvings dating from the 9th to the 13th century, showcasing religious subjects of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism in a shocking scale. These carvings, coexisting harmoniously, radiate a profound aesthetic excellence and represent the pinnacle of Chinese cave temple art.
Our to-do list:
🚶♂️Hike at Wulong Fairy Mountain & enjoy a pleasant summer around 24 degrees Celsius at National Forest Park
🌄 Appreciate Three Natural Bridges and Longshui Gorge Ground Fissure (龙水峡地缝), the setting of the film "Transformers"
😀 Explore Furong Cave, a colorful underground art palace
😋Try local savory snacks like lamb bowl (碗碗羊肉) & douhuafan, or tofu pudding rice (豆花饭)
@iChongqing_CIMC
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 14
📍𝐶ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑞𝑖𝑛𝑔
☁️𝐶𝑙𝑜𝑢𝑑𝑦
Today, let's explore nature's wonders in #Chongqing's outlying districts.
𝐑𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬: Travel 2hrs to the Wulong Karst Geological Park from downtown Chongqing and meet the stunning Three Natural Bridges (天生三桥). Tianlong, Qinglong and Heilong bridges, three huge arch spans stretching over 300 meters with an average width of some 200m, form the largest set of natural bridges in Asia. Spanning two enormous natural pits, they create a marvelous spectacle.
𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭: Furong Cave (芙蓉洞), the only #cave in China listed among World Natural Heritages, is another must-visit in #Wulong. This subterranean hall of art, where stalactites and stalagmites taking the form of waterfalls, flowers, grapes clusters and shields, is a testament to thousands of years of natural wonders.
𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲: Continue our trip 80km east of downtown Chongqing to Dazu, one of China's four major Buddhist caves and the one and only World Cultural Heritage in Chongqing. Admire the rock carvings dating from the 9th to the 13th century, showcasing religious subjects of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism in a shocking scale. These carvings, coexisting harmoniously, radiate a profound aesthetic excellence and represent the pinnacle of Chinese cave temple art.
Our to-do list:
🚶♂️Hike at Wulong Fairy Mountain & enjoy a pleasant summer around 24 degrees Celsius at National Forest Park
🌄 Appreciate Three Natural Bridges and Longshui Gorge Ground Fissure (龙水峡地缝), the setting of the film "Transformers"
😀 Explore Furong Cave, a colorful underground art palace
😋Try local savory snacks like lamb bowl (碗碗羊肉) & douhuafan, or tofu pudding rice (豆花饭)
@iChongqing_CIMC
#ℛℴ𝓊𝓉ℯ318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 13
📍𝐶ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑞𝑖𝑛𝑔
🌤️𝐶𝑙𝑜𝑢𝑑𝑦
#Chongqing surely is a magic city! Nestled amid mountains, where Jialing River and the Yangtze River converge, lies "the city of fog." Since the evaporation of river water is not easy to spread, the city appears to be enveloped in a shroud of #fog quite often, hence its nickname.
Maze of Rails and Roads: Chongqing's unique mountainous geographical structure forms a maze of crossing rails and roads. Sometimes, even navigation apps fail to work here. The intriguing Liziba monorail station (李子坝地铁站), where a train passes right through a building overhead , has become a social media favorite. See for yourself!
Jiefang Monument (解放碑): Central to many attractions, architecture and diners, the landmark commemorates China's victory in WWII. Jiefangbei Square where the monument stands tall is worth a trip.
Feast for the Taste Buds: Calling all foodies craving for something pungent and spicy! Chongqing cuisine is a branch of Sichuan cuisine, one of the eight major Chinese cuisines. Get ready for an explosion of strong flavors, courtesy of garlic, chili peppers and sesame paste, and more. Test your spice tolerance with the city's famed Chongqing hotpot.
Noodle Paradise: The streets and alleys of Chongqing are lined with noodle stalls. Among them, the made-to-order xiaomian (小面), or Chongqing noodles infused with fresh herbs and spices, is a soulful delight, with or without broth.
Our to-do list:
🌄 Get to learn Chongqing's so-called "eight-dimensional" traffic in a taxi. Trust the local cab drivers, the true navigators of the city.
🚶Visit Chaotianmen (朝天门), where Jialing River and the Yangtze River meet
🚟Ride a cable car to cross the Yangtze River
😋 Brave the signature hotpot, put your spice tolerance to the test
🫡Visit the magic Hongya Cave, a real-world "Voyage of Chihiro" at night
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@iChongqing_CIMC
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 11
📍 𝘌𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪
☀️ 𝘚𝘶𝘯𝘯𝘺
After Yichang, we are venturing into the second part of China's "three-step ladder topography," featuring large basins and plateaus, most reaching heights of 1,000-2,000m above sea level.
The Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, nestled in the southwestern mountains of #Hubei Province, has remained its reclusive and idyllic charm. Enshi, the seat of the prefecture, has a history dating back to the Spring and Autumn Period. The Miao and Tujia people form the majority of the region's ethnic minorities.
𝗘𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 #𝗖𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗼𝗻 (恩施大峡谷): Often compared to the Grand Canyon in the US, this natural wonder offers spectacular views. Gaze upon steep #cliff faces and the famous 𝘺𝘪𝘻𝘩𝘶𝘹𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨 (一炷香), literally "stick of incense," which stands 150m high with less than 4m in diameter at certain points.
𝗘𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝗦𝘂𝗼𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 (梭布垭石林): Marvel at unique beauty of the #karst stone forest, taking the shape of a giant #gourd. With mild year-round temperatures, it's an ideal summer retreat from bustling city life.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
🌄 Admire karst structure at Enshi Grand Canyon
⛴️ Enjoy boat rides over limpid waters of the Pingshan Canyon (屏山峡谷)
🤳 Capture selfies in colorful Miao dresses (苗服)
😋 Taste typical Enshi green tea and local soy pulp stew (张关合渣)
Have you had any memorable road trips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@VisitHubei
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 10
📍 Yichang
☀️ Sunny
Ready for an adventure in the grand Three Gorges (三峡)? We're here in #Yichang, China's "city of #hydropower" straddling #Hubei and #Sichuan provinces.
𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗫𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲: Park our car and hop on a boat tour along one of modern China's most magnificent infrastructural projects, the Three Gorges Dam (三峡大坝). Xiling Gorge (西陵峡), a magnificent section of the Three Gorges, retains its original scenery till this day. Don't miss the sublime natural scenery at Three Gorges Waterfall (三峡大瀑布), 29km from downtown.
𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: As the birthplace of ancient poet #QuYuan (340-278 BC 屈原), Yichang holds a special place in the history of the Dragon Boat Festival. There is a museum here memorizing him, where an impressive statue of Qu stands tall.
𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝘓𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘹𝘪𝘢: Feeling thirsty and in need of #refreshment? Try #𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘹𝘪𝘢, or "cold shrimps" (凉虾) – a delightful local #snack made of rice, looking like #shrimps swimming in the bowl. They're smooth, glutinous in texture with a slight sweetness. Definitely a #comfortfood in #dogdays.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
⛵️ Sail through Xiling Gorge, a sight to behold
🌊 Marvel at the Great Waterfall of the Three Gorges, or even take a walk under it
🥳 Experience the thrilling Sky Swing (天际秋千) ride
🌃 Enjoy night view at Zhenjiang Pavilion (镇江阁), a cultural #relic
Have you had any memorable #roadtrips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@GorgeousYichang @VisitHubei @cjxwh_hbtv
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 10
📍 Yichang
☀️ Sunny
Ready for an adventure in the grand Three Gorges (三峡)? We're here in #Yichang, China's "city of #hydropower" straddling #Hubei and #Sichuan provinces.
𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗫𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲: Park our car and hop on a boat tour along one of modern China's most magnificent infrastructural projects, the Three Gorges Dam (三峡大坝). Xiling Gorge (西陵峡), a magnificent section of the Three Gorges, retains its original scenery till this day. Don't miss the sublime natural scenery at Three Gorges Waterfall (三峡大瀑布), 29km from downtown.
𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: As the birthplace of ancient poet #QuYuan (340-278 BC 屈原), Yichang holds a special place in the history of the Dragon Boat Festival. There is a museum here memorizing him, where an impressive statue of Qu stands tall.
𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝘓𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘹𝘪𝘢: Feeling thirsty and in need of #refreshment? Try #𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘹𝘪𝘢, or "cold shrimps" (凉虾) – a delightful local #snack made of rice, looking like #shrimps swimming in the bowl. They're smooth, glutinous in texture with a slight sweetness. Definitely a #comfortfood in #dogdays.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
⛵️ Sail through Xiling Gorge, a sight to behold
🌊 Marvel at the Great Waterfall of the Three Gorges, or even take a walk under it
🥳 Experience the thrilling Sky Swing (天际秋千) ride
🌃 Enjoy night view at Zhenjiang Pavilion (镇江阁), a cultural #relic
Have you had any memorable #roadtrips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
@GorgeousYichang @VisitHubei @cjxwh_hbtv
#Route318 – 𝒟𝒶𝓎 9
📍 𝘑𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘻𝘩𝘰𝘶
🌦️ 𝘚𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳
Good morning from #Jingzhou City in south-central #Hubei Province! Resting on the Jianghan Plain (江汉平原) with the Yangtze River flowing through, Jingzhou was one of the cradles of Chu culture (楚文化) and a famed battlefield during the Three Kingdoms period.
𝗨𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: Step back in time at the Ancient City of Jingzhou, where the essence of the Three Kingdoms period still resonates through its ancient city walls. The King of Chu's chariots and horses pits (楚王车马阵) are well preserved at an #archeological park 35km from the ancient city area.
𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆: Rivers and lakes intertwine, making Jingzhou the birthplace of Chinese dragon boat culture (龙舟文化). Venture southwest to Honghu Lake (洪湖), the largest freshwater lake in Jianghan Plain.
𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆-𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁: Treat yourself to a bowl of Zaotang #noodle (literally morning noodle早堂面) in Shashi, Jingzhou. Originally made for hardworking dockworkers, the noodle in greasy soup has a strong flavor. It is a timeless #breakfast #staple in Jingzhou, akin to Wuhan's renowned #𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘮𝘪𝘢𝘯.
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼-𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁:
😋 Dig in signature local breakfast Zaotang noodle
🚶 Delve into history with a stroll along old city walls
👀 Discover ancient funeral culture at Jingzhou Museum (荆州博物馆)
🎇 Enjoy Chu music & firework show at Oriental Heritage theme park (方特东方神话)
Have you had any memorable #roadtrips? Share it with us at [email protected].
#summertripfromSH #tripofalifetime #wanderlust
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