The largest and oldest yellow clay Qiang village discovered in the world so far

🚗 2 hours direct from Chengdu! This cloud-top Qiang village can cure all your troubles! The pure air and clear blue sky here are truly life-saving! 🌈 Every time you pass through a tunnel heading to Wenchuan, the sky outside the window gets a shade bluer. Driving up the mountain road to the summit, the pure blue sky, sunlight flooding the entire ancient village, and the clear outline of snow-capped mountains in the distance heal all your fatigue with this vast wilderness before your eyes. 📍 Address: Luobozhai Village, Yanmen Township, Wenchuan County, Aba Prefecture, Sichuan Province 🎫 Admission: Free (Parking fee 10 RMB) ⛰️ Altitude: About 1970 meters, most people do not experience altitude sickness 🚗 Transportation: About 2 hours by car from Chengdu, highway + smooth paved mountain road, road conditions are very good. 📷 Recommended visit time: 3-4 hours ✨ Why is it worth a special trip? 🏘️ The true "cloud market": This is the largest and oldest yellow clay Qiang village discovered in the world so far. The entire village is located on a high mountain terrace on the south bank of the Min River, with buildings uniquely arranged in the shape of a fish. The alleys connect every household, resembling a miniature sky city, known as the "market on the clouds." 🌄 A double visual feast: From the village’s viewing platform, you can enjoy two stunning views at once — beneath your feet is the magnificent Min River Grand Canyon, and opposite are the continuous snow-capped mountain ranges, truly breathtaking. 🎎 Immersive Qiang culture: There is no over-commercialization here. You can see white stones worshipped on rooftops and simple yellow clay walls, experiencing the original Qiang ethnic style. The village elders and sunbathing dogs are all part of the scenery. 🗺️ Easy and relaxed travel route 🚶 Recommended a “no backtracking” loop with a gentle pace: Village gate entrance → turn right along the main road → Min River Grand Canyon viewing platform (a must-visit!) → wander through ancient alleys (appreciate the beauty of yellow clay buildings) → visit the new village area → return to the parking lot. The village is not very large; half a day is enough to walk around and take photos. 📝 Travel Tips 🍱 Food: There are local villagers running restaurants and guesthouses in the village where you can taste Qiang ethnic dishes. If you have special dietary needs, you can also bring your own snacks. 👔 Clothing advice: The plateau has strong UV rays, so be sure to use sun protection. Mountain weather is changeable, even on sunny days it is recommended to bring a windbreaker. 🙏 Respectful visiting: Please respect local culture and customs, and cherish this precious ancient village.