The most asked-about travel destination in Western Sichuan! Ultimate Guide to Tagong Grassland

📍 Location: Tagong Town, Kangding City, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan 🚗 Transportation: • Self-drive: ~6h from Chengdu, stunning scenery along National Highway 318 • Public transport: Take a minibus from Xinduqiao Bus Station (~1h, ~¥30) • Tour groups: Hassle-free option for easy travelers 🏨 Accommodation: • Tagong Town: Many homestays like "Tagong Impression" & "Starry Sky Inn" (~¥150/person) • Xinduqiao: More options, 30min drive to Tagong 🌿 Best seasons: June-Aug (flower fields) / Sept-Oct (autumn colors) / Winter (snowscapes) - each magical! 📸 Must-visit spots: ✅ Tagong Monastery: Red walls + snow mountains, hillside behind for panoramic shots ✅ Horseback riding: ¥100-150/hour, grooms help with photos ✅ Moya Monastery: Red houses cluster, hilltop mandala offers breathtaking views ✅ Gunong Village: Free campsite by streams with mountain reflections, perfect for picnics 🍖 Food recs: Yak hotpot | Butter tea | Yak jerky - try "Ama Tibetan Restaurant"! ⚠️ Pro tips: Sunscreen + warm layers! Carry cash (spotty signal), altitude meds, respect local culture!