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A secluded luxury camping experience at dusk. I've always been looking forward to the Grennan South Line, always watching various videos about it. When you really go there during the golden summer season, you'll find that its beauty far exceeds your imagination. It's not an exaggeration, but the key is to encounter particularly good weather. If it's shrouded in clouds and mist, even the beauty of Western Sichuan can't be appreciated. So, weather is of utmost importance. I believe there are several points about the beauty of the Grennan South Line: 1️⃣ Purity: There are not many villages along this line, Bomi Township, Gemu Village, Xiaze Tong Village, Grennan Town. Nature is very well protected, simple and pure. Few people, few cars, coupled with snow-capped mountains, colorful limestone mountains, it really feels more beautiful than Switzerland. . 2️⃣ Snow-capped mountains and peaks, beautiful. This time, the top of Grennan Sacred Mountain was adorned with colorful prayer flags, and the serene blue sky stood quietly there, indescribably beautiful. . 3️⃣ Starting from Batang, driving along the Grennan South Line to Rangrikar Village, which is 80 kilometers away from Litang. How beautiful is the 230-kilometer-long Grennan South Line? You need to experience it yourself, I can't describe it. The journey is filled with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, streams, flower seas, villages, temples, hot springs, and wildlife. The pinnacle of self-driving in Western Sichuan, outshining Highway 318, making other places feel mundane in comparison. What to do then? . 🚗 Day❶: Chengdu → Gedelaram Sky City → Xinduqiao Day❷: Xinduqiao → Litang County → Eye of Grennan → Hangda Campsite (Camping) Day❸: Hangda Campsite → A Tree (or Lao Leng Ancient Temple) → Reti Valley → Gemu Village → Batang County Day❹: Batang County → Cuopugou → Haizi Mountain → Maoya Grassland → Litang County Day❺: Litang County → Changqingchunke'er Temple → Renkang Ancient House → Xinduqiao Day❻: Xinduqiao → Lenggacuo → Gongga Mountain Township/Shangmuju/Yulongxi Day❼: Gongga Mountain Township/Shangmuju/Yulongxi → Zimeiyakou (voluntary visit) → Zheduoshan → Chengdu . ⚠️ ▶ Although it's summer, still pay attention to keeping warm as the altitude is high and the temperature difference between day and night is large. ▶ For those who are self-driving, drive 🚗 slowly and pay attention to safety. ▶ Hats🧢, sunglasses🕶️, scarves🧣, and shawls are essential.

When it comes to Western Sichuan, everyone's first reaction is natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains🏔, grasslands, forests, lakes🏞, etc. Genie is a stunningly beautiful place that combines all these sceneries. Especially in the summer, Genie is unbelievably beautiful❗️It's a place I've been to and want to visit again~ Navigation📍: Genie Best time to visit🕐: Around July-August each year (July-August is the peak of summer, when little flowers🌷 bloom one after another on the hillsides, covering the mountains and creating a visually stunning effect❗️) Road conditions: Overall, the roads are quite good, but some sections require caution. SUVs or off-road vehicles can travel without any pressure, but it is not recommended for sedans🚗 Recommended spots to check in: Eye of Genie👁: A 50m diameter pond, shaped like a human pupil, stands out in the vast meadow Xiazetong Village: Ding Zhen's hometown, where you must check in the log cabins, which are like walking into the movie 'Heidi and Grandpa' amidst a sea of flowers🌷, and the photos taken here📷 are very impressive Xinleng Ancient Temple: A Tibetan Buddhist monastery backed by the main peak of Genie🏔, which houses three treasures: a doe's antlers, a helmet from the Gesar era, and the Heart of Genie as well as a conch shell Yuzixi: A beautiful spot for chasing sunsets and stargazing! Watching a golden sunrise over the mountains🌄 or a starry galaxy🌌 here will be the most unforgettable memory of a lifetime Itinerary overview: D1: Chengdu-Kangding-S434-Honghaizi-Muya Tibetan Village-Yuzixi Sunset-Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao-Yajiang-Tianlu Eighteen Bends-Kazila Mountain-Litang-Letong Ancient Town-Changqingchun Ke'er Temple D3: Litang-Genie South Line-Xiazetong Village-Eye of Genie-Xinleng Ancient Temple D4: Xinleng Ancient Temple-Old Leng Ancient Temple Trekking-Reti Grassland-Crossing Gemu Forest-Batang County D5: Batang-Sister Lakes-Maoya Grand Grassland-Xinduqiao D6: Xinduqiao-Chengdu Accommodation🛏: Apart from the poor conditions at Xinleng Ancient Temple, the accommodations in Xiazetong Village and Genie Town are quite good Tips📝: 1. For travel equipment, bring a windbreaker, hiking shoes, and sun protection items (sun protection clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses🕶, etc.) 2. If you are prone to altitude sickness, it is recommended to bring preventive medication💊 3. Some local areas may not have a signal📶, so it is advisable to prepare offline maps🗺 Summer is just around the corner, and you definitely shouldn't miss Genie in the summer❗️It's really worth the rush!

If you come to western Sichuan, please be sure to leave at least 1-2 days for Litang, especially Genie‼️ Although western Sichuan is very cold in winter, there are few tourists. During the New Year period, we set off from Litang County and drove westward. There were almost no tourists along the way, especially on the day of the Genie loop, we even chartered all the attractions. 🚗 It takes about two and a half hours to drive from Litang County to Genie Town. Although it is all country roads, they are all newly paved roads, very wide and easy to drive. We drove round and round along the mountain roads of the country roads until we reached the 4800-meter blacksmith mountain pass. The Genie Mountain suddenly appeared in front of us, and the huge 'pressure' made us scream, it was so beautiful and spectacular‼️ 🏠 When you arrive at the entrance of Genie Town, you need to sign a 'Forest Grassland Fire Prevention Reminder' (required to be signed from October 1st to June 30th of the following year) and you can go in. There will be a fork in the road ahead, with two roads on the left and right. The road sign indicates to go to the 'Eye of Genie' to the left, but in fact both roads are passable. The road on the left is newly built and easier to walk, and the right will pass through the old mountain dirt road. 💡It is recommended that you can walk a small loop without looking back. We first went to the right and drove counterclockwise. Don't miss these places along the way⬇️ 📍Yilaka Peak Viewing Platform A white building similar to 'abandoned' on the hillside, the car can drive directly onto the platform, where you can enjoy the 'Genie Mountain' and the adjacent 'Kameron Peak' at close range. 📍Genie Nature Center Continue driving and you will see several small wooden houses, which are very rich in framing with the snow-capped mountains and mountain ranges, and are very suitable for catching shots. 📍Xiaze Tong Village There is a hot spring hotel here, which is not open in winter, but you can drive in. There are many sulfur stones by the creek, and you can take pictures on the shore. 📍Eye of Genie To protect this 'eye to heaven', cars can no longer be driven in, and can only be walked in from outside. The water level of the Eye of Genie in winter is very low, and ice has formed. 📍Zeba Village The long creek is reflected under the distant 'Kameron Peak', the white noise of the water flow is very decompressing, and the sun shines on the water surface. 🌄At sunset, we returned to Litang County. The setting sun slanted and formed beautiful light and shadow. We climbed up the hill along the small road next to Litang Temple. This is a good place to watch the sunset. There are no obstructions around, and you can overlook the county town. The view is very wide, and the setting sun shines on the building into a warm orange color, with a gentle feeling. Looking back, you can see the full view of Litang Temple behind you, with orange and golden light, brilliant but not dazzling. 📍Litang Temple is also called 'Changqing Chunkeer Temple', located on the hillside of Zhongmolaka Mountain about 1 kilometer north of the county town. The place where we watch the sunset is on a small road to the right of the temple entrance, climbing up the hill + steps to the top of the hill, about 5 minutes. If you don't drive here, there are actually several places around where you can walk up. The road is less, but the dirt slope is a bit steep, and there is no place to park, so it is most convenient to locate at Litang Temple. 🌄The sun will be blocked by the distant mountains first, and enter the twilight time in advance. The whole hillside is quiet and gentle, looking forward to coming to Litang next time and taking a good tour of the county town. 📅Recommended Litang 2️⃣ day tour loop⬇️ Day 1 Arrive at Litang County➡️Tour Litang Day 2 Litang County➡️Genie Loop Self-driving➡️Litang Temple to watch the sunset 🏨There are many accommodations in Litang County, the conditions are relatively good, and you can also order takeout. If you want to explore Genie in depth, you can also live in the homes of local residents, about a few dozen yuan a night.

If landscapes had ranks, the summer scenery of Genie would definitely be at the king level. Self-driving around Genie, I really couldn't stop exclaiming 'wow' all the way. Snow mountains, glaciers, grasslands, seas of flowers, streams, forests, Even for Western Sichuan, it's a rare sight to behold. It's absolutely stunning, everywhere you look there's beautiful scenery. This journey is like the dreamy scenes straight out of a Miyazaki manga. What's even more amazing is that Even during the peak travel season of summer in Western Sichuan, there are few tourists here. This scenic route with few people and no pitfalls is five-star. If you miss it this summer, you really have to wait another year. 🚘【Travel Suggestions】 D1: Chengdu-Kangding-S434-Yuzixi-Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao-Yajiang-Tianlu 18 Bends-Litang D3: Litang-Tiejiangshan-Wild Hot Springs-Xiazetong D4: Xiazetong-Eye of Genie-Lenggu Temple-Zebavillage D5: Zebavillage-Hangda Campsite-Gemuvillage-Batang D6: Batang-Cuopugou-Sister Lakes-Maoya Grassland-Litang D7: Litang-Chengdu 📷【Photo Check-in Spots Recommendation】 1⃣Yuzixi Sunset You must watch a sunset at Yuzixi, surrounded by 360° snow mountains, or you can replace it with a visit to Yunrao Yala. 2⃣Litang Changqingchun Ke'er Monastery Back Mountain From the back mountain, you can overlook the entire county town, and you must watch a sunset there, it's super beautiful. 3⃣️Xiazetong Village Xiazetong is Ding Zhen's hometown, halfway up the mountain there are cabins facing the sacred mountain and grasslands full of wildflowers, where you can overlook the entire village, and there's a wild hot spring by the bridge at the village entrance. 4⃣️Eye of Genie The Eye of Genie is beautiful from an aerial view, opposite is the starting point of the Genie C Line trek, and the grasslands here are full of golden wildflowers. 5⃣️Zebavillage (South Line Essence) Zebavillage faces the snow mountain, and the back mountain grassland has a solitary tree, it's an incomparably beautiful sight, and you can also ride a local's motorcycle to the foot of the Genie main peak glacier. 6⃣️Gemuvillage A stunning secret valley hidden in the mountains, completely surrounded by a sea of flowers, it's not an exaggeration to call it a paradise on earth, regret not staying here for a night. 7⃣️Cuopugou The water is super clear and can be compared to Jiuzhaigou, and the flowers by the main lake are also very beautiful, although the ticket is a bit expensive. 8⃣️Sister Lakes A free attraction on Route 318, the photo spot is on the mid-mountain viewing platform. 9⃣️Maoya Grassland The sea of flowers stretches for tens of kilometers, a true feast of flowers, the only downside is that the roadside is fenced off, so you can only enjoy it from the periphery. 🔖Tips: 1. Exercise less and drink more water to avoid altitude sickness, choose an oxygen hotel in Litang. 2. Accommodation conditions in the villages are limited, staying in Zebavillage means staying in the homes of Tibetan locals, you can bring your own sleeping bag. 3. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, be sure to prepare a windbreaker and down jacket. 4. Some roads have bomb craters, it is recommended to go by SUV, and sedans should be cautious.

| Ge Nie Ranch Line.🏡City: Sichuan Province 📍Location: Ge Nie, Batang County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture ✨Features: Here you can see vast meadows, lush trees, and scenery that rivals that of Little Xinjiang! Day1️⃣: Navigation📍: Xiaze Tong Village, Ge Nie Town, Litang County, start at nine o'clock in the morning from the big lawn in front of the hot spring hotel, park on the lawn, hike 14 kilometers, not much climbing, the road is basically lawn, beautiful scenery, arrive at the camp at about 6 o'clock in the evening, altitude 4300m, the tent faces the snow mountain, the sunset falls behind the mountain in the evening, there is a halo, very beautiful, you can see the sunrise over the golden mountain in the morning. Day2️⃣: Start at ten o'clock in the morning, all the way to the snow mountain, when taking pictures on the top of the slope and going down the mountain, a teammate suddenly forgot to take the climbing stick, turned back to find and accidentally found white alpine snow tea, really lucky, there are also a few teenagers riding motorcycles on the top of the mountain to set up tents to enjoy the scenery, the scenery is very good. Arrive at the lawn in front of Lenggu Temple in the afternoon for camping⛺️, altitude about 4100m, the camp has a network, hike 11 kilometers. Day3️⃣: Start at eleven thirty today, climb up the big lawn under Ge Nie Peak, there is a lone tree🌳, the scenery is particularly good, and also met two little boys who lost their horses, the two also rode a horse for a while under the snow mountain, very passionate. The weather started to get bad in the afternoon, thunder and lightning, rain and hail, in the end we decided to retreat to the pasture below for a night, and left the next day. After arriving at the pasture, the camp can also see the snow mountain🏔, the camp altitude is 4300m, and there are herdsmen selling fresh pure milk🥛 in the evening, original flavor, tastes pretty good, hiked 9 kilometers today. Day4️⃣: In the morning, I got milk from the first herdsman down the mountain, who is the family of the horse-riding teenager. They invited us to drink milk. We wanted to give them some $, but they didn't have a payment code, so we had to give up and left our snacks for them, and then we left the mountain. After getting down to the foot of the mountain, we unloaded our bags and waited for our teammates to come back to pick us up. We left a car🚗 at the end point. ✨Reminder: The overall difficulty is not high, mostly meadows.

Ge'nyen Sacred Mountain is located in Xiangcheng County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. The scenic area is centered on Ge'nyen Mountain, surrounded by mountains, primitive forests, grasslands, lakes, hot springs, temples and Tibetan customs, with charming scenery. ~ Features: The scenic area has the characteristics of divinity, wonder, majesty, and beauty. It is mainly to appreciate the natural scenery. Here are the forests of Hemu, the snow mountains of Daocheng, the simple canyons, the streams of Kanas, the grasslands of Qinghai Lake, and the wilderness of Gangdise. The beauty of Ge'nyen lies in this tranquility, in bringing people closer to nature, and in its poetic and picturesque beauty!!!

Genie South Route is expected to be super popular this year! Here's a guide Having traveled through Western Sichuan so many times👩 I still want to exclaim The summer of Genie South Route🏔 is really, really, really beautiful!! If you think there are too many people at Xinduqiao and Tagong🙌 Why not go further inside, the summer of Genie👀 Few people and beautiful scenery🎈 it's really a legendary summer!! - Destination【Genie South Route】 From Litang, the Genie South Route is picturesque all the way🏔 Now is the season of wildflowers everywhere🌸 If you have enough time, it is recommended to take 2-3 days to complete this route, from Litang to Batang. If you are short on time or not confident in your driving skills, it is not recommended to cross the Genie South Route. You can stay overnight in Xiaze Tong Village and then return to Litang the same way. - 【Scenic spots not to be missed along the way】 🎈Yuzixi If the weather is good, it is recommended to go to Yuzixi to watch the sunset, surrounded by 360° of Gongga Snow Mountain and Yala Snow Mountain🏔, the sunset is super romantic. 🎈Litang This place is also the highest city in the world, it is recommended to go directly to the back mountain of Changqing Ke'er Monastery to watch the sunset and the whole city, it's very beautiful～ - 🎈Xiaze Tong Village This is Ding Zhen's hometown, there are natural hot springs by the road, wildflowers cover the hillsides, here you have cabins🏠 facing Genie Sacred Mountain and several snow mountains🏔, as if walking into the movie of Heidi and her grandfather. - 🎈Eye of Genie This season, the Eye of Genie doesn't have much water, but it is surrounded by snow mountains! If you can wait for the sunset here🌅, that beautiful scene is still fresh in my memory! - 🎈Zeba Village My favorite village on the Genie South Route, facing the Genie Sacred Mountain, it's also a good choice to find a lawn for a picnic and camping⛺. - 【Genie Safety Tips】 👗Dress: The temperature in Genie in summer is only a few degrees in the morning and evening, it is recommended to wear layers (bring a fleece-lined jacket + skirt/summer outfit + hat) ✅Little tips: In summer, Genie is full of flowers and greenery, red/orange/yellow/pink/white clothes and skirts and black will 📷 stand out more - 📍Altitude sickness: The altitude of Genie is about 3500-4200 meters, it is recommended to prepare portable oxygen bottles, do not run or jump vigorously, and prepare thermos and glucose, cold medicine - 🏠Accommodation: The accommodation conditions in Genie may be worse than in the city, it is recommended to be mentally prepared in advance, there are not many accommodations, it is recommended to book in advance in summer (Genie Town, Xiaze Tong Village and Zeba Village are all available for accommodation - 🛣Roads: Some sections of the local roads are still unpaved, novices should be cautious, it is recommended to find a suitable organization or experienced driver to go - 📶Network: Some sections of the local roads may have no signal, and occasionally there may be power outages, and there may be no signal when there is a power outage (signal stations also stop) - 🌞Sun protection: The local ultraviolet rays are very strong, it is recommended for women to do a good job of sun protection and hydration, physical + sunglasses🕶+ hats Genie Sacred Mountain Scenic Area

✨Let us embark on a magical journey together, come to Ge'nyi in Sichuan, and feel the treasures and surprises that nature gives to this place! This will bring you an unparalleled adventure and fun!✨ 🏞Magnificent natural scenery: Ge'nyi is located in the plateau surrounded by mountains, with magnificent natural scenery. You will be in the midst of magnificent mountains, admiring the rolling snow-capped mountains, turbulent rivers and green fields. Nature here gives Ge'nyi a unique charm, as if it takes you into a dreamlike world!⛰🌲 🌸Blooming sea of flowers: Ge'nyi is a kingdom of flowers, and the poetic sea of flowers is intoxicating. Whether it's red koi flowers, white snow lotus flowers or yellow dandelions, each flower exudes brilliant colors and fragrant aromas, bringing you the enjoyment of beauty and the peace of mind. Walk into the sea of flowers and bloom with the flowers!🌺🌼 🚶‍♀Hiking adventure: Ge'nyi is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. You can choose to cross the dense forest, climb steep peaks, and conquer the challenge of your limits. Along the way, you will appreciate the charming scenery and feel the power and charm of nature. Get close to nature and let your body and mind be fully relaxed and healed.🥾🌿 🛶Drifting adventure: The Ge'nyi River is full of exciting and thrilling drifting journeys. Get on the boat, follow the turbulent river and rush down, experience the interweaving of speed and excitement. The power of nature and the turbulence of the water collide with each other, bringing you endless joy and surprise. Release the spirit of challenge and enjoy the thrill of drifting!🛶💦 🌌Stargazing: The night sky in Ge'nyi is extremely clean, making it an ideal place to watch the stars. The starry sky is full of stars, clear and bright, as if you can touch the mystery of the universe. Lying in the arms of nature, looking up at the starry sky, let your soul immerse in the endless tranquility and beauty of the universe.⭐🌌 💑Romantic journey: Ge'nyi is also an ideal place for a romantic journey. You can hike with your partner, touch the wonders of nature; or camp under the stars, ignite the spark of passion for love. In the arms of Ge'nyi, spend unforgettable time and create your romantic memories.💕🌠 💫Sichuan Ge'nyi is a travel destination full of magic and charm, attracting many travelers with its magnificent natural scenery, blooming sea of flowers and exciting drifting. Whether you are seeking adventure and excitement, or pursuing romance and relaxation, Ge'nyi can meet your needs and let you find inner peace and joy in the arms of nature!✨🏞

📍【Genyen South Route】 Starts from Litang, ends at Batang This ultra-niche crossing route, approximately 220 kilometers in length, encapsulates almost all the beautiful scenery of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway • Snow-capped mountains and seas of flowers coexist • Anxiety and freedom fly together - 【How to travel the Genyen South Route❓】 There are two ways to traverse Genyen: the regular and the reverse. It's the same route, but the difference is whether you see the scenery from Litang to Batang from the front or the back. Apart from a few sections that require cautious travel, the overall road conditions are very OK, and vehicles like SUVs and above can go there🚗 When planning a trip, it is common to visit other popular attractions in Western Sichuan together, ensuring a comfortable journey without rushing, enjoying the trip as you go, with a timeline of about 6~7 days ✅Itinerary as follows: D1 Chengdu-Kangding-Honghaizi-Sky City-Xinduqiao D2 Xinduqiao-Tianlu Eighteen Bends-Letong Ancient Town-Litang D3 Litang-Log Cabin-Eye of Genyen-Dingzhen's Hometown-Genyen Town D4 Genyen Town-Xiaze Tong Village-Chachongxi Village-Bomi Township-Batang D5 Batang-Cuopugou-Maoya Grassland-Litang D6 Litang-Xinduqiao-Tagong-Gunong Village-Yibalong Shengdu Village-Tagong D7 Tagong-Muya Grand Temple-Zheduo Mountain-Chengdu - 【When is the best time to go to Genyen❓】 ⌛️May~November Go to the right place at the right time, and take every trip seriously. Starting from May each year, little wildflowers begin to sprout on the hillsides along the Genyen South Route, creating picturesque scenery all the way. This is the best time to visit Genyen to see the most beautiful landscapes. The flowering period here can last until September, followed by a colorful autumn, with dreamy, fairy-tale-like scenery. - 【What scenery can you see on the Genyen South Route❓】 1⃣️Mount Genyen: Known as the heart of the Hengduan Mountains, it is the third highest peak in Sichuan. 2⃣️Log Cabin: A fairy-tale cabin surrounded by a sea of flowers, quietly guarding the snow-capped mountains behind it. 3⃣️Eye of Genyen: The drone can better capture the stunning Eye of Genyen, like a big eye quietly watching the sky. 4⃣️Cuopugou: A combination of forest, lakes, and snow-capped mountains, this place has lakes as blue as those in Jiuzhaigou. 5⃣️Starry Sky: There is no electricity here, but the starry sky is more dazzling than the lights. - Life is very long, But fortunately, the world is also very big. The places you want to go, We accompany you to reach📷 ——Forest People Tribe Travel & Photography🌲

The final destination of the Sichuan West Grand Circuit - the South Line of Ge'nyen, finally came into view. This approximately 260-kilometer cross route connects Litang and Batang, with snow-capped mountains and alpine meadows along the way, fulfilling all fantasies about the Sichuan West region. We set off from Batang and passed the D6 Batang-Chachong West Village section. Along the mountain road, we first crossed the Zawala Pass at an altitude of 5020 meters and arrived at Bomi Township. Although this section is a two-lane cement road, the road conditions are steep and winding, and there are risks of falling rocks and landslides in many places, requiring careful driving. After leaving Bomi Township, we continued to cross the Laozhe Longba Pass (4700 meters), and suddenly the Ge'nyen Sacred Mountain appeared in front of us, giving a strong visual shock. Standing on the viewing platform, you can overlook the entire canyon, the scenery is magnificent. Afterwards, we went downhill all the way through the Redi River Valley and finally arrived at the campsite in Chachong West Village. The last ten kilometers are pothole-like bad roads, and the road conditions are quite difficult. The campsite has a small shop, provides tents, and faces the south slope of the Ge'nyen Sacred Mountain. You can enjoy the most beautiful starry sky at night. The next day, we set off from Chachong West Village, and the road conditions of most sections are relatively good. Passing through the Xin Leng Ancient Temple and the Eye of Ge'nyen, we finally crossed the Tieshan Pass at an altitude of 4770 meters. Tieshan is desolate and lifeless. In the end, we returned to Litang and found a place to stay. Through this journey, I deeply felt the charm and magnificent scenery of the South Line of the Sichuan West Grand Circuit. This is an unforgettable trip that makes people linger.