West of Western Sichuan｜Ganzi 317 Loop, explained clearly in one article!

When you go to Western Sichuan, it’s either zero times or countless times. City workers roam between snow mountains and grasslands, exploring the vast original colors of life. . Why take the 317 Ganzi loop? The traditional Western Sichuan loop mainly revolves around Highway 318, where high popularity often leads to holiday traffic jams. The 317 loop focuses on the northern Kang region, with fewer people and cars, offering a great blend of nature and culture. You can see temples, Tibetan villages, snow mountains, grasslands, and lakes all in one trip. The scenic spots are very accessible, mostly reachable by car, with altitudes mainly between 3000m and 4000m, suitable for city workers with fragile health. . Itinerary planning The itinerary is on page 18. It mainly references treasure bloggers and is mixed with personal needs. Photos were taken during the National Day holiday. . The highlights of the 317 Ganzi loop in my opinion Dandao Secret Realm (P5-6) Dandao Secret Realm is a self-driving route connecting Danba, Dangling, Yuke, and Daocheng. Although it’s only 170 kilometers, the natural scenery is very diverse. Along the way, you’ll see Jiarong Tibetan villages, snow mountain passes, “Western Sichuan Ili,” and “Western Sichuan Altay.” This is also the highest altitude point on the route, reaching over 4600 meters, so be aware of altitude sickness risks. . Que’er Mountain and Yulong Laco Lake (P10) Who would have thought that you can see the Que’er Mountain glacier up close right beside Highway 317? The massive ice tongue stretches right in front of you. Yulong Laco Lake beneath Que’er Mountain is, in my opinion, one of the top lakes in Western Sichuan, with milky green water. The scenic area has built boardwalks for hiking, allowing you to appreciate its beauty from different angles. . Hundred-Mile Highland Barley Gallery (P8-9) The Hundred-Mile Highland Barley Gallery is a route from Ganzi County to Gesar Airport. Snow mountains, barley fields, and Tibetan Buddhist temples complement each other, presenting a beautiful fusion of culture and nature. . Gunong Village (P15) Gunong Village has gained popularity in recent years, and it truly lives up to its reputation. It’s the idyllic pastoral scenery of dreams, where streams and grasslands merge. Additionally, the view of Yala Snow Mountain here is perfect, making it, in my opinion, the most beautiful spot on the route to watch the golden sunlight on the mountain. . Luori Camp (P14) Kawa Luori has never been famous on the internet. It is the wealth god mountain of the Tibetan area, said to bring fortune to those who see it. Kawa Luori has two main peaks with beautiful shapes. There are several viewing platforms around, and my favorite is Luori Camp. Here you can see a circle of snow mountains, including Kawa Luori, Zhuodala, and snow mountains in the Seda direction. A Tibetan family runs horse riding business at the camp, with the cheapest prices in Western Sichuan. The Tibetan children there are very cute and skillful at leading horses. . Jiagenba (P16-17) Gongga Mountain is probably in the top tier of snow mountains nationwide, and the pass near Jiagenba is a great spot to view Gongga. Although you see many snow mountains along the way, when you first see Gongga, you can’t help but exclaim “Wow.” A row of 6000m and 7000m peaks lined up, truly the king of Sichuan mountains. Also, Jiagenba has many nice coffee shops worth sitting in. .