[2025 Litang Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiazetong Village (Updated Jun)

#discoverchina 🏔️ Litang – A Sacred Highland Above the Clouds Ever wondered what it feels like to stand closest to the sky? Litang, one of the highest towns on Earth, is a place where oxygen is scarce, but faith is abundant. Known as the cultural heart of Kham, this mystical land is where Tibetan traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient monasteries come alive. ✨ Why Visit Litang? 📍 Litang Monastery (Changqingchunke'er Monastery) – The largest monastery in Kham, built in 1580, offering panoramic views of Litang and the legendary G318 highway. 📍 Letong Ancient Town & Thousand-House Tibetan Village – A stunning maze of 4,000+ traditional Tibetan homes and cultural museums. 📍 Mauya Grassland – One of China’s most beautiful grasslands, where wildflowers bloom in summer, and yaks graze like clouds. 📍 Genie Mountain & Genie’s Eye – A snowy paradise (6,204m) with glacier valleys and dreamlike flower fields. 📍 Xiazetong Village – The hometown of Ding Zhen, a place of infinite blue skies, vast land, and hot spring lodges. 🐎 Litang Horse Racing Festival – The biggest festival in Tibet 🏆 📅 July 29 – August 1 ✔️ Spectacular horse parades & racing competitions ✔️ Traditional Guozhuang dance performances ✔️ Archery tournaments & nomadic cultural showcases ✔️ Tibetan food markets & trade fairs ✨ Witness the thrill of galloping hooves, the echo of sacred chants, and the beauty of a land untouched by time. 📍 Litang, Sichuan – A place to cleanse your soul. 📩 DM us to experience this legendary highland! #gopagoda #privatetour #chinatravel #chinadestinations #chinaphoto #explorechina #chinatrip #tourchina #chinaprivatetour #chinaluxury #china #chinatravel #sichuan #westernsichuan #tibet #tibettravel #tibettour #sichuantravel #sichuantour #stayandwander #beyondthelands #hiddengems #villages #bueatifuldestinations #allaboutadventures #hikingbangers #natgeotravel #Litang #Ganzi

🏔️「Upgrade to the ultimate secret realm of Western Sichuan! 6-day stunning itinerary for the southern route of Mount Genyen, exclusively for summer, featuring snow-capped mountains and flower-filled meadows」🌿 💐【Mount Genyen in May: A visual feast for the eyes】 While the Swiss Alps are still slumbering, Mount Genyen in Western Sichuan has quietly awakened! May in Mount Genyen is the ultimate collision of snow-capped mountains🏔️ and wildflowers🌸——Genyen Eye shimmers like a sapphire, the sound of prayer wheels turning at Lenggu Monastery echoes with ancient Sanskrit chants, and lying on the grassland at night, gazing at the Milky Way, even breathing becomes a luxury. With the Aden long route closed this year, this secret realm is about to be conquered by self-drivers, but for now, tourists are scarce, and you can still enjoy the private romance of the entire snow-capped mountain grassland! 📸【Legendary photo spots | Capture Miyazaki-esque photos that will blow up your social media】 1️⃣ Genyen Eye·Tears of the Sky 💎 During the summer high-water season, the lake is like a sapphire inlaid in the grassland. Take off with a drone and unlock a National Geographic cover shot! 📌 Tip: Wait for the sunrise at 6am. Press the shutter when the golden sunlight penetrates the clouds, capturing the reflection of the snow-capped mountains and the sapphire lake together. 👗 Outfit: White dress + straw hat. The moment your skirt flies as you run is comparable to a movie poster. 2️⃣ Xiatong Village·Ding Zhen's Fairytale Cottage 🏡 Tibetan wooden houses nestled at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, surrounded by Gesang flowers. Rent a white horse and stroll through the sea of flowers, as if stepping into the fairytale world of Heidi. 📌 Tip: Sit with the Tibetans and drink butter tea, listen to them tell the legends of Mount Genyen in their broken Mandarin, and capture the essence of local life. 🎬 Creative idea: Place a small mirror in the flowers and photograph the reflection of the snow-capped mountains and wildflowers. The combination of reality and reflection creates a super atmospheric effect. 3️⃣ Kamerun Lake·Mirror of the Snow Mountains 🏞️ A secret lake reachable by a 1-hour hike. Time seems to stand still when Mount Shozha is reflected in the water. 📌 Tip: Bring a polarizing filter to eliminate reflections on the water surface. Use a telephoto lens to capture the falcons circling the snow-capped peaks, capturing the dialogue between life and nature. 4️⃣ Lenggu Monastery·Coordinates of Faith 🛕 A breathtaking scene of golden roofs and red walls against a backdrop of thousand-year-old glaciers. Every frame on the 3-hour hike to Old Lenggu Monastery is a spiritual journey. 📌 Tip: Turn the prayer wheel clockwise 3 times. Show respect when taking photos with Tibetans prostrating themselves. Use a slow shutter speed to capture the fluttering prayer flags. 5️⃣ Hangda Camp·Milky Way Base 🌌 Stay in a yurt on the grassland under the starry sky. At night, open the tent to see the Milky Way arching overhead, an unforgettable romantic experience. 📌 Tip: Bring a tripod to shoot star trails. Use a 20mm wide-angle lens + 30-second long exposure to record the movement of the stars. 6️⃣ Wildflower Cabin·Visual Feast 🌺 360° unobstructed view of the snow-capped mountains. Sit on a wooden chair surrounded by flowers, with the magnificent silhouette of Mount Genyen's main peak behind you. 📌 Tip: Wear light-colored clothing + straw hat. Shoot in backlight to capture stunning photos where even your hair glows. ⚠️【Hardcore player's guide to avoiding pitfalls | Lessons learned the hard way】 🔸 Sun protection essentials: Sunglasses + sunscreen + face mask! The plateau's UV rays can penetrate clouds (don't ask how I know, sunburn and peeling are painful lessons). 🔸 Choose an SUV: Mud roads + potholes + water crossings, a sedan will bottom out in minutes (I've seen a Prado get stuck). 🔸 No signal zone: No service at Genyen Eye, download offline maps in advance (Ranrika Village may be temporarily closed due to road construction). 🔸 No driving at night: Don't drive after 8pm! Yak herds + cliffs without guardrails = a terrifying experience with a heart rate of 180. 🔸 Hot spring warning: Cuopugou hot springs can erupt suddenly! Test the temperature with your hand first (I've seen tourists jump out from being scalded). 🔸 High altitude survival: Start drinking Rhodiola two days in advance, bring oxygen tanks + glucose, and don't run vigorously above 4500 meters. 🚙【Epic self-driving route | Daily highlights breakdown】 📅 Day 1: Chengdu → Zheduoshan Pass → Yuzixi Sunset → Xinduqiao ✨ Altitude acclimatization day. The sunset over Mount Gongga at Yuzixi is amazing. Bring a picnic mat + Tibetan clothing for photos. 📅 Day 2: Xinduqiao → Tianlu 18 Bends → Litang → Genyen Three Holy Mountains → Ranrika Village Hot Springs ✨ Drive through the grassland highway featured in "Twogether". Soak your feet in the wild hot springs to relieve fatigue. Remember to bring your swimsuit! 📅 Day 3: Ranrika → Genyen Eye Sunrise → Reti River Valley → Hangda Camp ✨ Watch the sunrise over Mount Genyen at 6am. For lunch in the valley, try yak beef covered with a quilt + butter tea for a Tibetan-style picnic. 📅 Day 4: Hangda → Cuopugou → Sister Lakes → Litang ✨ Bonus: Tibetan hot springs in Cuopugou. Wear a light-colored dress + straw hat for stunning photos at Sister Lakes. Bring a red shawl! 📅 Day 5: Litang → Tagong Grassland → Mosek Park → Yala Snow Mountain → Danba ✨ Holy land for Tibetan Trip Moments. Wear dark clothing + metal accessories at Mosek Park for post-apocalyptic photos. 📅 Day 6: Danba → Shuangqiao Valley, Four Girls Mountain → Balangshan Pass → Chengdu ✨ Rafting in Shuangqiao Valley is a must! A summer-only experience at the foot of the snow-capped mountains. Bring a waterproof phone case + sunglasses for sun protection. 📌【Local's secret tips | Secrets to blowing up your social media】 ✔️ The water at Genyen Eye is bluest after 4pm. Bring a small mirror for creative reflection photos. ✔️ Turn the prayer wheels at Lenggu Monastery clockwise 3 times. Remember to smile when taking photos with Tibetans prostrating themselves. ✔️ The Milky Way core is visible to the naked eye at night at Hangda Camp. Use a red filter for more stunning photos. ✔️ Bring cash! There is no signal in some areas, and the small shop in Ranrika Village only accepts cash. ✔️ When visiting a Tibetan home, bring a bag of fruit candy for the children, and you'll be rewarded with the purest smiles. 💌【A love letter to travelers】 This summer, go to Mount Genyen and experience the true Western Sichuan! When your SUV rolls across the grassland blooming with Gesang flowers, you'll understand what it means to have "your body in hell, your eyes in heaven". This is not Switzerland, not New Zealand, but an Eastern secret realm that even Xu Xiake never set foot in.👇

Litang, a "City in the Sky" at an altitude of over 4,000 meters, is known as the world's highest city, Ding Zhen's hometown, and a place where oxygen may be thin, but faith is abundant. 🎫Tickets:   0 🚗Transportation:  Self-driving or taxi 📍Location: Litang County, Ganzi, Sichuan Recommended Attractions🏞️ 🌟Changchun Keer Monastery: The largest monastery in Kham, built in 1580. It is as famous as the Potala Palace, boasting a profound religious culture and offering stunning views of Litang and National Highway 318. 🌟Letong Ancient Town and Thousand Households Tibetan Village: A cluster of 13 Tibetan villages with over 4,000 Tibetan houses. The village has many museums and diverse Tibetan-style dwellings. The red walls are incredibly photogenic. 🌟Maoya Grassland: Certified by *Chinese National Geography* as the most beautiful grassland. In spring and summer, the fragrance of grass fills the air, and the cattle and sheep resemble clouds, creating a picturesque pastoral scene. 🌟Mount Genie: A hidden gem among Sichuan's snowy mountains, with an altitude of 6,204 meters. It features complete glacial landforms, and when the flowers bloom, it resembles a scene from a Hayao Miyazaki film. 🌟Eye of Genie: When viewed from above, it resembles a pupil, making it a favorite among photographers. 🌟Xiazetong Village: Ding Zhen's hometown. A place of vast landscapes and pure blue skies, with hot spring guesthouses offering views of the golden sunrise. 🍵Tibetan Experiences: ▪Drink butter tea and eat tsampa. For Tibetan cuisine, "Cangyangge" is recommended. ▪Wear Tibetan clothing for photos (30 yuan/hour in the ancient town). ▪Turn prayer wheels and experience the power of faith. 💡【Other Notes】​ 🔔Altitude Sickness Prevention: Litang has an average altitude of 4,014 meters, making altitude sickness a possibility. Take Rhodiola rosea a week in advance and avoid strenuous activity upon arrival. Seek medical attention if altitude sickness is severe.​ 📷Respect Local Customs: Avoid loud noises in religious places such as temples. Ask for permission before taking photos of locals. Respecting local customs will allow you to better appreciate Litang's charm.​

#travelinginchina After Xinjiang, the next place to explode is the Gnie'nan Line. In western Sichuan, there is a top-level landscape crossing route that gathers flower sea forests, snow capped mountains and grasslands, hot springs, temples, and Tibetan customs. The entire journey is less than 300 kilometers long, with small slopes and wide views, which is breathtakingly beautiful - the Gnie'nan Line ‼️ Attached is a must visit attraction, be sure to capture it this summer The Gnie'nan Line runs along the south side of Gnie'shan, starting from Litang and ending at Batang 🚌 The entire journey is 230km long and takes 1-2 days to drive, which can be said to cover all the landscapes in the western Sichuan Plateau region Ge Nie must visit attractions ✅ Mount Gniei, with an altitude of 6204 meters, is the third highest peak in Sichuan and a famous sacred mountain in the Tibetan region! ✅ The Blacksmith Mountain Pass has an elevation of 4770 meters and offers a panoramic view of the Gniei Mountains, admiring the giant rocks and the beautiful sea nearby. ✅ Zeba Village is a unique village on the Nienan Line, facing the Genie Mountain. You can find a lawn for picnicking and camping 🏕️ ✅ Yuzixi has good weather and can watch the sunset, with a 360 degree panoramic view of Gongga Snow Mountain and Yala Snow Mountain 🌅 The sunset is absolutely beautiful! ✅ The Eye of Gniey is a well-known attraction that looks like an eye from a distance. It is recommended to use a drone to capture it 👁️ ✅ The hometown of Ding Zhen in Xiazitong Village is surrounded by small wooden houses and snow capped mountains. There are also many flower fields and meadows nearby for sightseeing and taking photos ✅ Lenggu Temple is located between Xiaozha Divine Mountain and Gniei Divine Mountain, where you can take photos and check in 🛕 ✅ Cuopugou Scenic Area has Cuopu Lake, surrounded by a large sea of flowers, forming a stunning scene with distant snow capped mountains 【 Precautions for Playing 】 1 ️⃣ The climate change in the plateau is fast, it is recommended to carry a jacket with you ️⃣ Strong UV rays, prepare for sun protection (sunscreen/sunglasses/hat 3) ️⃣ The altitude of the Gnie'nan Line is relatively low, and the altitude is relatively better. Oxygen tanks can also be purchased in advance in Litang County for backup ️⃣ It is recommended to prepare sports shoes/hiking trails, as some attractions require some walking distance to reach 5 ️⃣ June to August is both the flowering and rainy season, so prepare your rain gear Departing from Guangdong to Western Sichuan! we 🈶 Welcome to the Western Sichuan Team Trip! Let's embark on a journey together at the age of 20 and cross the stunning Gnieen South Line! #familytrip #historicallandmarks #localguides #trip

Western Sichuan is a place full of mystery and beauty, and the Genie South Line is one of the best. Every frame of the scenery here is mesmerizingly beautiful, but if you don't have a good strategy, you may encounter a lot of trouble. Today, let me unveil the mystery of the Genie South Line for you and show you the unique charm of this line! 🚫【Travel method】 ⛔️Be careful when driving yourself: Friends who have no driving experience in plateau mountainous areas are advised not to drive by themselves. The mountain roads here are winding, some roads are in poor condition, and the signal is missing. Safety comes first. 🚌Follow a group or lead a group: For safety and peace of mind, you can choose to join a group or find an experienced group leader. 🌄【Beautiful views along the way】 👀Eye of Genie: Beautiful lake, suitable for drone photography. 🏡Xia Zetong Village: Tibetan village, hot spring village, beautiful sunset, experience the local customs. 🏕️Genie cabin: A cabin hidden in the mountains and forests, enjoy the tranquility of nature. 🏔️Copugou: Snow mountain lake, a perfect place to take pictures. 🌾Zeba Village: A paradise at the foot of Genie Mountain, with golden meadows and glaciers in autumn. 🌅Yuzixi: When the weather is good, you will be surrounded by 360° snow-capped mountains and enjoy a romantic sunset. 🚀【How to play Genie】 🚐2-4 people tank 300 off-road vehicle small group: hardcore off-road fun, no worries during the whole process, just have fun and have fun shooting. 📅Recommended itinerary: D1: Chengdu—Honghaizi—Yuzixi—Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao – Eighteen Bends of Tianlu – Litang – Genie Town D3: Genie Town - Zeba Village - Glacier 1 Tree - Genie Ye Hot Spring - Xiazetong Village D4: Xiazetong—Eye of Genie—Xinlang Ancient Temple—Tiejiangshan Pass—Litang—Xinduqiao D5: Xinduqiao—Qingrao Shenshan—Zheduoshan Pass—Chengdu 🧳【Travel Tips】 🧥Clothing: The temperature difference on the plateau is large, so bring enough warm clothes. 📸Photography: Bring a drone to record the beautiful scenery of Genie South Line. 🍲Food: Try local Tibetan food and experience different flavors. The Genie South Line is the ceiling of the beautiful scenery in Western Sichuan.

When you arrive in Litang, you must visit Xiazetong Village. Xiazetong Village is located in Lama Ya Township, Litang County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province. The people are kind, the products are abundant, and the place is rich in talent. Xiazetong Village and surrounding locations: Geze, Zetong, Zetong: meaning the gunpowder field. Xiazetong Village is now merged into Ranjika Village. Famous people from Xiazetong Village: Handsome appearance, shy smile, and the most attractive thing is his clear and innocent eyes - Ding Zhen! Our village has Genie Snow Mountain, Maoya Da, yaks, and cute little horses. Departing from Litang along the Wuliang River, you can enjoy the lush scenery of the Maoya Grand Prairie. "China Geography" magazine once rated it as one of the six most beautiful grasslands in China. Crossing the Tiejian Mountain Pass (4770 meters), passing through Lama Ya Township, and crossing the Laze Pass, you can see three huge snow-capped mountains rising from the horizon. Genie, Xiaozha, Cameroon, Kurigang and other sacred mountains are lined up from left to right. The white peaks are looming in the clouds, which is breathtaking. We arrive at the first stop of the Genie journey - Ranjika Village. Surrounded by continuous snow-capped mountains, the towering Cameroon Sacred Mountain accompanies us all the way. The village is filled with smoke from cooking fires, and cattle and sheep stroll at dusk... Here, you will leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and fully immerse yourself in this plateau.

Genie Holy Mountain, the highest peak in southern Kham, has something that outdoor enthusiasts simply cannot resist. Genie South Line🚵 It is a crossing route from Litang to Batang, passing through Litang, Genie Town, Xiazetong Village, Genie Eye Naiganduo Village, Lengda, Zeba Village, Gemu and finally reaching Batang ( It can also be crossed from the direction of Batang in the opposite direction) It can be said that it covers most of the beautiful scenery in the Genie area. Starting from May, small wildflowers gradually grow. In June, the grass begins to turn green. From mid-June to mid-to-late August, you will see a genie with flowers everywhere. In October, the autumn of Genie comes, and the surrounding glaciers and sacred mountains are even more charming. On the way, you must not miss the Eye of Genie! When you stand on this land in person and see the sea under the sacred mountain condensed into "eyes", it must be an unimaginable shock. This is an excellent viewing point for viewing and photographing the Genie Peaks. When the weather is clear, you can see the reflection of the snow-capped mountains in the lake, which is very spectacular. Notes❗❗❗ ① The southern line of Genie can be traveled on foot or by car. However, the overall route of the southern line is longer and it will be physically demanding to cross on foot. Friends need to make their own decisions based on their own circumstances. ② When driving, you need to pay attention to safety and drive carefully in places with poor road conditions.

After countless trips around Western Sichuan, this time, we finally completed the journey of Genie's southern route ole_map: 🗺️ Everyone says that Genie in summer is like Heidi's home, and Genie in autumn is as beautiful as a painting Little do they know, the southern route of Genie in winter is so! So! So beautiful❗ Romantic snowscapes, majestic snow mountains, romantic sunsets🌇 Definitely on par with the road🛣️ scenery in Switzerland, there are really many places worth visiting here Every frame is worth cherishing❤️ This winter🌨️, come and experience the beauty of Genie's southern route~ Four-day three-night🚗 route-- DAY1 Chengdu-Xinduqiao, 4.5h, expressway + National Highway 318 (crossing Zheduo Mountain) DAY2 Xinduqiao-Litang, 3h, National Highway 318 (Eighteen Bends of the Sky Road) DAY3 Litang-Batang, National Highway + Provincial Highway 459, passing through the essence of Genie's southern route⭐ DAY4 Batang-Chengdu, National Highway 318, Mao Ya Grassland, Cuopu Valley, Sister Lakes ⚠️Self-driving Tips: ✓ For winter self-driving in Western Sichuan, there is a high probability of snowfall at night, and there will be many icefalls on national and provincial roads, making the road conditions more dangerous. It is safer to drive four-wheel drives or off-road vehicles, and ordinary sedans or two-wheel drive SUVs must be equipped with anti-skid chains! ✓ The first half of the Genie southern route from Litang to Xiaze Tong Village has better road conditions, while the second half from Xiaze Tong Village to Zeba Village has more unpaved roads, and there is basically no signal along the way. Try to avoid traveling at night and pay attention to the weather in advance! ✓ It's hard to find gas stations on the mountain, so make sure to fill up the tank before setting out each morning~! ✓ The temperature inside the car is very low at night in winter, and liquid items will freeze! Genie's southern route super beautiful spots㊙️-- ⭐【Blue Ice Lake next to Blacksmith Mountain】Under the blue sky, the lake presents a super beautiful blue ice ⭐【Yilaka Peaks Viewing Platform】A must-visit!!! It's so beautiful, it's like a paradise on earth, with only snow-capped mountains, grasslands, pine trees, cattle, sheep, and birds, definitely on par with the scenery in Xinjiang and Switzerland! It really looks like a comic scene! ⭐【Genie Cabin】The cabin in Xiaze Tong Village, under the snow mountain, feels like walking into Heidi and Grandpa's garden! ⭐【Wild Hot Spring】If you have time, soak in the wild hot spring here and enjoy the beauty of nature~ ⭐【Hangda Campsite】A campsite that is only open in summer, and there is no one here in winter! The shock of Genie Sacred Mountain right in front, the closest distance to feel the beauty of the snow mountain! The sunset on the grassland allows you to see the beauty of the sun shining on the golden mountain! ⭐【Sister Lakes】A hidden spot, continue past Sister Lakes to the first viewing platform up the road, from where you can see the full view of Sister Lakes and the winding mountain road, super beautiful! Tips--📚 The entire route is above 3500 meters in altitude, with the highest being around 5000m, so be sure to pay attention to your physical condition and avoid running and jumping vigorously;❌ It is recommended to choose accommodations in Litang that provide oxygen, which will be much more convenient!✓ Accommodation in Western Sichuan in winter is incredibly cost-effective, with heated floors, including breakfast, oxygen supply, and smart panoramic rooms all available for just over 100 yuan a night, with many hotels to choose from!✓ The plateau climate is very dry, so be sure to keep moisturized; the sun is very strong during the day, so you still need to apply sunscreen!✓ The Eye of Genie is dry this season, just a small puddle, so it's not worth visiting!❌ 🌈Compared to Switzerland and Xinjiang, Genie really offers much better value for money, and a short holiday is enough to experience it. This winter, you can really go on a journey as if walking in a comic! Nature is so healing~❗

Litang three days and two nights travel guide Day 1: Arrive in Litang and explore Tibetan Buddhist culture Morning: Arrive in Litang and go to Changqingchun Keer Temple to experience the unique atmosphere of Tibetan Buddhism Afternoon: Climb to the top of East Mountain and overlook the panoramic view of Litang Qianhu Tibetan Village and the auditorium temple🏞️ Evening: Stroll along Renkang Ancient Street, taste local specialties, and experience Tibetan culture 💕Tips: Litang has a profound Tibetan Buddhist culture. The temples, prayer flags and chanting here make people feel peaceful. Don’t forget to taste the special butter tea and tsampa! Day 2: Get close to nature and explore the wonders Morning: Set off to Xiazetong Village, passing the Tiejiangshan Pass and the Heart-shaped Lake, and enjoy the natural scenery on the plateau Afternoon: Visit the Eye of Ge Nie, experience wild hot springs, and relax your body and mind🧘‍♀️ Evening: Return to Litang, free time🌜 💕Tips: The natural scenery here is picturesque, and you may encounter surprises at every corner. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the purity and beauty of the plateau. Day 3: Learn more about Tibetan Buddhism and enjoy hot springs Morning: Visit Lao Leng Ancient Temple to learn more about the history and culture of Tibetan Buddhism📜 Afternoon: Set off to Maoheshan Hot Springs, soak in the hot springs while enjoying the beautiful scenery around you Evening: End the trip and prepare to return 🛬 💕Tips: In Maoheshan Hot Spring, you can not only relax your body and mind, but also enjoy the night view of Litang while soaking in the hot spring, which is a unique experience. Estimated travel expenses: Accommodation: 300-500 yuan/night Meals: 150 yuan/day Transportation: Depends on your choice Tickets: around 200 yuan Other expenses: 100 yuan/day🛍️ Total: about 2,000 yuan, the specific cost varies according to personal consumption habits and itinerary arrangements ‍♀️The trip to Litang was very impressive. There is not only a profound Tibetan Buddhist culture here, but also pure natural scenery. Whether you are tasting local food, feeling the religious atmosphere or relaxing, you can gain a lot. If you also yearn for such a journey, you might as well come to Litang to experience it! 💖