[2024 Daocheng Attraction] Travel Guide for Shano Dorje (Updated Dec)
Mountain Climbing
Snow Mountains
Address:
In Daocheng County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5 day
Why is Daocheng Yading known as the "last pure land on the blue planet"?
🌈Highlights: 1. [Holy Water Lake]: This section of the road offers a great view of the Xian Nai Ri Snow Mountain. The meadows and streams by the lake are very photogenic, so don't forget to bring your camera.
2. [Luorong Cow Farm]: Take a sightseeing bus directly to the farm. Round-trip tickets are CNY 70 per person. If it snows, the scenery here is like a fairy tale world that will make you linger.
3. Due to the current closure of Milk Lake and Wusehai, you can only visit Gongga Lake. Nevertheless, the scenery here is still worth looking forward to.
🎟️Tickets: CNY 120 per person
🕐️Opening hours: Sightseeing bus hours: Visitor Center to Zha Guen Bong 8:30–17:00; Yading Village to Zha Guen Bong 7:30–16:30.
Tour bus hours: Chonggu Temple to Luorong Cow Farm 10:00–16:00; Luorong Cow Farm to Chonggu Temple 10:30–17:00. Please plan your trip according to the time.
💗Other tips: Pay attention to safety during your trip, especially when interacting with animals.
* Keep the environment clean and don't litter.
* Plan your trip according to the weather and your physical condition.
I hope you have a wonderful trip to Daocheng Yading!
WhisperSorcerer
Purer than Lijiang, more mysterious than Dali! This secluded secret land hides another side of Yunnan
If the ultimate questions of life are these three: who are you, where do you come from, where are you going, then the ultimate questions of travel are these four: where to go, how to go, what to do, and who to go with.
Where to go? Go to Yunnan! Go to Shangri-La!
Shangri-La, another name for 'paradise'. In 1933, James Hilton depicted a sacred and peaceful oriental secret land in 'Lost Horizon', where 'snow peaks stand tall, three rivers flow together, and the people are simple and honest'. Since then, Shangri-La has become a synonym for Utopia.
How to go? Off-road! It can only be off-road, it must be off-road!
Three people in one car, off-road all the way, ensuring safety while also improving comfort and freedom. Starting from Lijiang and disbanding in Shangri-La, every kilometer is a baptism of the soul.
What to do? Go to experience, go to be unrestrained, go to find the Shangri-La in your dreams!
Circumambulate Lugu Lake: Blue, quiet, romantic, brilliant, Lugu Lake seems to carry all the beautiful expectations of travelers, but on this route - sorry, Lugu Lake can only be considered a 'warm-up'.
Explore the ancient Naxi village: Beehive-like houses, built against the mountain, row upon row; the simple Naxi people, shy in their enthusiasm. Here, the most authentic Naxi style is preserved.
Stroll in Luorong Cattle Farm: In front of you, there are golden grasslands and leisurely walking cattle. Looking up, there are the cold and pure Yangmaiyong and Xiannuoduoji mountains.
Explore the Five-Color Sea: The Five-Color Sea, where the goddess Doji Pam stores her treasures. Under the refraction of light, it is colorful and clear.
Experience a Tibetan home visit: In Shusong Village, we will drink tea and chat with the locals, have a simple and delicious home-cooked meal, and experience the slow life of Yunnan.
Visit Dongzhulin Temple: Dongzhulin Temple, also known as the temple by the lake of the crane, where art blooms and time flows. At this moment, we are the pilgrims of life.
Tour around Napahai: Cattle and sheep, prayer flags, migratory birds, pastures, various sceneries take turns to perform, what passes by us is the autumn of Shangri-La.
Wander in Dukezong Ancient City: Dukezong, the ideal country of Shambhala in Buddhist scriptures. The deep and shallow hoof prints, the passionate Guozhuang dance... tell the Tibetan aesthetics of this moonlit town.
MidnightDreamer24
Mount Shannoduoji in Aden and the animals under the snow mountain
Many people say that Mount Shannoduoji is the least noticeable among the three sacred mountains of Aden. They think that Xian Nairi is the highest in altitude and undoubtedly the peak of Aden, and Yang Maiyong is the most good-looking, the absolute beauty, while Shannoduoji has such a long name that people often can't remember how to pronounce it.
But I don't think so. In a sense, Shannoduoji should be considered the most noticeable among the three sacred mountains, because you can almost see his figure wherever you go in the scenic area. You can see him at Chonggu Temple, you can see him at Holy Water Lake, you can see him at Luorong Cattle Farm, you can still see him at Gongga Co, and you can still see him on the Vajra Challenge Line. Although under different perspectives, the shape of Shannoduoji varies greatly, so much so that you might even think this is not the same mountain. However, when you open the map, you suddenly realize: it turns out, he is everywhere.
Shannoduoji is like the small animals in Aden, sometimes you don't notice them, you think they don't exist, but in fact they are everywhere. When you sit on the battery car and stare at the snow mountain in front of you, you may not notice that a silly donkey-like and horse-like animal is rolling on the ground and giving you a silly smile. When you focus on the lake under the snow mountain and quietly enjoy this moment, you may not see that not far away, four little cuties are leisurely eating their buffet.
LunaCircuit
Daocheng Yading: Exploring the last pure land of the blue planet
Daocheng Yading, located in Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, is known as the 'last pure land of the blue planet'. It has unique natural scenery and rich Tibetan culture, attracting countless tourists to check in.
I. Magnificent natural scenery
Daocheng Yading has magnificent natural scenery, mountains, meadows, lakes, and rivers interweave into a beautiful picture. Among them, the three sacred mountains of Yading are the iconic attractions of Daocheng Yading, including Xian Nai Ri, Yang Mai Yong, and Xia Nuo Duo Ji. These snow-capped mountains are majestic and spectacular, with snow on the top all year round, green grass at the foot of the mountain, and clear lakes, which are breathtaking.
II. Rich Tibetan culture
Daocheng Yading is one of the birthplaces of Tibetan culture, with rich Tibetan culture and traditions. Tourists can feel the strong Tibetan style, taste authentic Tibetan food, and enjoy wonderful Tibetan performances. In addition, tourists can also visit local Tibetan villages to understand the lifestyle and cultural customs of the Tibetan people.
III. Unique travel experience
Touring in Daocheng Yading, tourists can enjoy a unique travel experience. Here, you can hike and climb the three sacred mountains of Yading, feel the majesty and mystery of the snow-capped mountains; you can stroll on the meadow, enjoy the beauty of the lake; you can also ride a horse through the primitive forest, feel the charm of nature. In addition, tourists can also participate in local folk activities to understand the connotation and characteristics of Tibetan culture.
IV. Precautions
1. Climate conditions: The climate conditions in Daocheng Yading are relatively harsh, and tourists need to take precautions against the cold. At the same time, due to the high altitude, there may be altitude sickness, and tourists need to prepare in advance.
2. Travel safety: During the tour, tourists need to pay attention to safety issues. Especially when hiking and climbing the three sacred mountains of Yading, you need to follow the arrangements and regulations of the guide, pay attention to personal safety and environmental protection issues.
3. Cultural respect: When visiting local Tibetan villages and understanding Tibetan culture, tourists need to respect local culture and traditional customs. Do not touch or damage local cultural relics and ancient sites at will.
4. Environmental awareness: During the tour, tourists need to maintain environmental awareness. Do not litter or damage the environment. At the same time, you need to comply with local regulations and the arrangements of the guide to protect the local natural environment and ecological balance.
In summary, Daocheng Yading is a place full of charm and mystery. Here, you can feel the majesty and mystery of nature; you can understand the rich Tibetan culture and traditions; you can enjoy a unique travel experience. If you haven't been here yet, why not come for an exploration trip!