Daocheng Yading, Autumn is the True Star

Complete Guide to the Manjushri Wisdom Trail: Between the Twin Sacred Mountains, Encounter the Spirituality and Vastness of the Plateau If your time is limited but you want to explore deep into Yading; if your stamina is decent but you don’t want to challenge extreme altitude sickness; then the Manjushri Wisdom Trail (Middle Route) is the perfect choice for your trip. It is not as tough as the long route, yet more magnificent than the short route. Among the three main routes in Daocheng Yading, it has the highest density of scenery, the richest cultural significance, and the most balanced experience. 📍 【Route Overview】 ● Start: Chonggu Monastery ● End: Gongga Lake / Yangmaiyong Worship Platform (round trip possible) ● Total hiking distance: about 6–8 km (one way) ● Altitude range: 3900m → 4150m ● Recommended duration: 3–5 hours (including photos and breaks) ● Transportation assistance: electric shuttle available to and from Luorong Pasture (40 RMB one way, 70 RMB round trip) ✅ Recommended combo: hike the short route (Pearl Lake) in the morning, then the middle route in the afternoon. Take the electric shuttle from Chonggu Meadow to Luorong Pasture and then hike down the plank road from Luorong Pasture, about 3 hours of hiking. Easily cover two core areas in one day. 📌 【In a nutshell】 Manjushri Wisdom Trail = Chonggu Monastery × Luorong Pasture × Twin Sacred Mountains Reflection × Plateau Ecology × Tibetan Beliefs — A “perfect Yading experience” suitable for most people.