Ultimate Romantic Checklist for Western Sichuan | Putting Snow-capped Mountains, Grasslands, and Starry Skies into Summer

A road trip in Western Sichuan is like opening a blind box every day – waking up to snow-capped mountains in the morning, chasing clouds on the grasslands in the afternoon, and falling asleep under a starry sky at night. Even your breath is imbued with the poetry of the Tibetan region. Starting from Kangding and heading towards Tagong, the first thing that comes into view is tens of thousands of acres of rapeseed fields. The bright yellow sea of flowers stretches along the road into the distance, meeting the distant Yala Snow Mountain head-on. Stand in the sea of flowers wearing a white long dress, and when the wind blows, your skirt and the flowers sway together; every casual shot is a stunning, therapeutic picture. Drive a little further, and the lavender fields will surprise you. Purple waves of flowers shimmer softly under the sun, and the air is filled with a sweet fragrance. There's no need to go to Provence; here, you can have a perfectly romantic purple dream. When you arrive at Tagong Monastery, be sure to turn the giant prayer wheels outside the temple. Follow the rhythm of the locals, listen to the "Om Mani Padme Hum" of the turning wheels, and look up to see the perpetually snow-capped Yala Snow Mountain. The golden roof of the monastery glitters under the sun, solemn and sacred. In the evening, head to Tagong Grasslands, rent a horse, and stroll across the fields. Smoke curls up from distant Tibetan villages, and herds of cattle and sheep look like scattered pearls. As the sun sets, the grasslands are dyed golden-red, and every casual shot looks like a scene from a movie. The starry sky in Western Sichuan is an absolute must-see! Lying on the grasslands late at night, you'll look up to a sky full of stars. The Milky Way is so clear it feels like you could reach out and touch it. Stars reflect in the shepherds' small puddles, and even the lights of the Tibetan villages become part of the embellishment. In that moment, all worries are cured by the starry sky. 💡Travel Tips: • Western Sichuan has a large temperature difference between day and night. Even in summer, bring a jacket and keep warm in the mornings and evenings. • Photography is prohibited inside Tagong Monastery. Please respect local religious customs. • For stargazing, it's recommended to avoid full moon nights and choose clear evenings. It's best to bring a small blanket, as the grasslands can be cool at night.