Yading, Daocheng, Sichuan, is actually a very nice place, but it mainly depends on whether you are interested in visiting this place. Today, the editor will tell you some relevant strategies about this place, and you can learn more when you go there.

Daocheng

Snowy Plateau: Here you will see snow-capped mountains and glaciers, meadows and forests, streams and lakes. It can be said that Daocheng will give you a satisfactory answer to all elements of the snowy plateau.

Hiking Holy Land: The body is in hell, the eyes are in heaven. This is a must-visit place, such as Aden to Muli, Aden to Lugu Lake, and the mountain climbing routes around the Sanshen Mountain in Aden, all are excellent hiking experiences. .

Shangri-La: This is the last Shangri-La we often hear about. It also has an extremely emotional title: the last piece of pure land on the aqua blue planet.

Travel knowledge

Altitude sickness: The average altitude of Daocheng is 4,000 meters. Hyperreflexia will inevitably occur during travel, usually manifesting as chest tightness, shortness of breath, or even more severe headaches, vomiting and other symptoms. Generally, it will get better in 1 to 3 days.

Preventive measures: Take rhodiola rosea half a month before traveling, pay attention to rest, and strengthen exercise. Drink plenty of hot water during the trip, ensure sleep, do not do strenuous exercise, and be sure not to catch a cold.

Religion: Most Tibetans in Daocheng are devout believers in Tibetan Buddhism. When traveling here, please pay attention to four don’ts. 1. Do not step on prayer flags; 2. Do not push down Mani piles; 3. Do not sit on stones engraved with scriptures; 4. Do not touch Buddha statues, beads, scriptures, etc.

Highlights

April-May: Although the colors of Daocheng in spring are not as bright as in autumn, there is more snow on the mountains than in autumn, and the azaleas in the mountains are in full bloom. Since there are fewer tourists, the consumption of accommodation and dining will also be lower.

Travel time

4 to 5 days: Daocheng County generally requires a short stay, and 1 to 2 days can be arranged for scenic spots around the county. It is recommended to spend 2-3 days in Aden Scenic Area. Of course, this itinerary is mainly for friends who want to travel in depth. Currently, most of the more reliable independent travel teams stay in Aden for 1-2 days.

Consumption level

Daocheng is located on the Western Sichuan Plateau where transportation is not very convenient. The inconvenience here is not that the roads are bad, but that the time cost of transporting supplies is too high. Therefore, the consumption level is slightly higher than that of surrounding large cities such as Chengdu and Kunming.

Attractions

Daocheng Three Sacred Mountains

Over the years, countless travelers and travelers have come here. Many of the reasons are related to the three sacred mountains in Daocheng Aden. . Please remember their names, they are Xiannairi on the North Peak, Yangmayong on the South Peak and Shanuo Duoji on the East Peak, representing Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, Manjushri Bodhisattva and Vajrapani Bodhisattva respectively.

Crossing Haizishan

If you start from Chengdu, take the Sichuan-Tibet Line, and transfer to Provincial Highway 217 in Litang, you will definitely pass through the "out of the blue" Haizishan Nature Reserve District, there are 1145 Haizi, large and small, scattered like tiny dots on the endless Haizi Mountain.

Red Grassland Populus euphratica Forest

To see such a scenery, it must be in autumn, and the time is very short! People who have seen it say it is indescribable, as beautiful as a fairy tale, like entering a perfect world.

Tibetan Temples

Although the temples in Daocheng are not as big and popular as those in Tibet, they have an ethereal and profound feeling. They are more solemn and peaceful because they are quiet and plain. peaceful.

Tibetan Food

How can you not try Tibetan food in Daocheng Yading? Eating a lot of meat and drinking a lot of wine are the dietary characteristics of Tibetan areas. Bazan, butter tea and yak meat are all Tibetan delicacies not to be missed. In a crowded Tibetan restaurant, listening to local-style music, you can only think of your travel time.

Dressing Guide

What to wear this season: Whenever you go to Daocheng, please follow a dressing principle, wear multiple layers, and flexibly add or remove clothes according to the weather.

April-October: The average temperature in spring and autumn is between 0-10 degrees Celsius. During the day, it is recommended to wear short sleeves underneath and a light jacket outside. You will need to wear a sweater and jacket in the evening. Friends who are particularly afraid of the cold can bring a down jacket.

Travel equipment

Daily necessities: If you choose to stay in a local B&B, please bring your own toiletries, such as toothpaste, toothbrush, towel, shampoo, shower gel, slippers, etc.

Lotions and lipsticks are great for dry weather and can be taken with you. A thermos cup, umbrella, and raincoat are also very important for your trip, so please carry them with you.

Sunscreen products: Applying sunscreen mainly acts as chemical sunscreen. In terms of physical sun protection, you also need to prepare sun hats, headscarves, sunglasses, sun protection clothing, etc.

Thermal equipment: It is a good choice to keep the baby warm. It can not only keep the body warm, but also can be attached to the inside of camera bags and backpacks to improve the battery life of cameras and mobile phones.

Local language

The Tibetan language spoken by Tibetans in Daocheng area is Kang dialect. Tibetans in scenic spots, hotels and restaurants all speak Mandarin, so basic communication is not a problem.

Of course, it is also an interesting thing to master the necessary dialect when traveling to a new place. Maybe it can help you in an emergency. See the picture below.

Attraction Overview

Daocheng’s attractions are concentrated in three areas: Daocheng County and its surroundings and the Aden Scenic Area.

Daocheng County: Tibetan houses and white pagodas.

Surrounding the county: Lubuchaka Hot Spring, 10,000 acres of poplar forest.

Aden Scenic Spots: Xiannairi, Yangmayong, Xianuoduoji, Pearl Sea, Five Color Sea, Milk Sea.

Daocheng County

There are several place names in Daocheng County that you need to know, including Gongga Road in the north-south direction, Yading Road in the west, Gongba Road in the east, and the evening event Bonfire night in Snow Mountain Square.

Daobaita: also called Zunsheng Pagoda, it is the only scenic spot in the county and is located at the bridgehead at the entrance of the city. There are 108 white towers on the 4th floor. If you want to turn the pagoda, please respect Buddhist customs and rotate the pagoda clockwise at least three times. On the hillside not far from the White Tower, there is an observation deck overlooking the entire Daocheng County.

Surrounding Counties

Ten thousand acres of poplar forest: only 7 kilometers and 15 minutes’ drive from the county seat. This place is called Hebian Township, and it is the highest and largest artificial poplar protection forest in the world.

Every late autumn, thousands of acres of golden land, facing the flowing water and backed by hills, look like a magnificent plateau painting.

Aden Scenic Area

Aden is actually a village. After buying a ticket in Shangri-La Town, formerly known as Zhiwa Town, take a sightseeing bus for about an hour to Yading Village, and then take a 10-minute ride to the entrance of Longtong Dam, the real attraction.

Aden is a big attraction. In addition to the three sacred mountains, you can also see a series of cultural and natural landscapes such as Chonggu Temple and Luorong Cow Farm. You need to meditate slowly and enjoy it slowly!

Second trip to the mountain

Tourists who need to enter the scenic spot for the second time need to apply on the first day of ticket purchase and inspection, and the ticket seller and ticket inspector will conduct real-name verification. Registration and document verification. Tickets for the second visit to the scenic spot are free, and sightseeing tickets are half price.

Core attractions

Xiannai: 6032 meters above sea level. It is the closest mountain to the entrance of Aden Scenic Area. You can see it from a distance at Chonggu Temple.

Mai Yong: With an altitude of 5958 meters, it ranks first among the three snow-capped mountains of Tibetan Buddhism.

Xianuoduoji: With an altitude of 5958 meters, it is the snow peak closest to a pyramid in the Sanshen Mountain in Daocheng.

Chonggu Temple: 3880 meters above sea level, located at the foot of Mount Kanai. There are two buildings next to the temple. The first floor is the guest room and the lama's room, and the second floor is the lecture hall. Visitors are not allowed to visit the second floor.

Sea: This is an ideal place to photograph the Seine’s sun reflection and sunset. In spring, rhododendrons bloom all around the lake, and in autumn, the forests are dyed, reflecting the colorful world, which is dazzling.

Luorong Cattle Farm: At an altitude of 4,150 meters, it is one of the most famous accommodation places in the Aden Scenic Area and is also an alpine pasture for nearby herdsmen to graze. You can choose to live in Tibetan Village, or you can pitch your own tent and camp here.

Five Colored Sea: 4,600 meters above sea level, located between Xiannairi and Yangmayong. It is a famous holy lake in Tibetan areas. It is said that it can recreate history and predict the future.

Milk: Named because of the milky white color surrounding the lake. From Luorong Cow Farm to Milk Sea, you can only walk, the distance is about 4.5 kilometers. There are no battery cars in the scenic area. If you choose to ride a horse for about 2 to 3 hours, you can go ab

If you are lucky, you can meet Tibetans selling rhodiola rosea, snow lotus, cordyceps, fritillary, snow tea, ganoderma, snow lotus, etc. medicinal materials. Go to the shops down the street. Most of them are genuine and cheap, so be sure to take the opportunity to buy some.

In addition, some handicrafts such as Tibetan knives and jewelry can also be purchased here.

Shopping overview

Horse riding: Horse riding places in Yading Scenic Area include Longtong Dam, Chonggu Temple and Luorong Cattle Farm. Visitors can buy tickets and rent horses at these three stations.

Cafes: There are not many cafes in Daocheng, and they not only sell coffee, but also butter tea, highland barley wine, Tibetan snacks, and simple Western food.

Buchaka Hot Spring: means "Spring of Friends" in Tibetan. The water temperature at the hot spring outlet is generally around 68 degrees Celsius. The water is clear, has no peculiar smell and can be drank directly.

:Entertainment

1. Fly to and from Daocheng all over the country.

Nationwide - Daocheng County - Shangri-La Town - Aden Scenic Area - Daocheng County - Return. You can visit Aden Scenic Area for a day or two, and the whole journey only takes three or four days. It is only suitable for friends who play in Daocheng Yading. There are no bumps and convexities on the land. However, the flight time is short, and it is necessary to prevent high reaction in advance when reaching the high altitude of Daocheng.

2. Chengdu Shuangqi Chengdu-Siguniang Mountain-Danba-Tagong-Xinduqiao-Litang-Daocheng-Kangding-Luding-Hailuogou

I want to You recommend this Sichuan-Tibet line. Starting from Chengdu, drive along National Highway 318, pass through Danba and Litang, and then take Provincial Highway 217 and 216 south to reach Shangri-La Town (formerly Riva Township). Driving all the way to appreciate the shock and Kham customs brought by the plateau pass, the scenery along the way is beautiful. On the return journey, we pass through Kangding and Luding, go to Hailuogou, and return to Chengdu from Hailuogou. The whole journey takes eight days.

Note: If the bus goes in and out, you can also walk backwards, that is, Chengdu-Hailuogou-Xinduqiao-Daocheng Yading-Xinduqiao-Chengdu.

3. Single-car flight to Chengdu-Danba-Tagong-Xinduqiao-Litang-Daocheng

This route starts from Lulu, Chengdu, and enjoys the plateau scenery along the way. It only takes five days to mainly visit Daocheng and Aden, and then fly back from Daocheng.

4. Depart from Yunnan Shangri-La (Zhongdian) (under maintenance, road condition is not good)

Zhongdian-Derong-Xiangcheng-Sangdui-Daocheng County, via Napa Sea . Departs at 6:30 in the morning and arrives between 16:00-18:00 in the afternoon.

5. Chengdu - Siguniang Mountain - Rilong Town - Guanyin Bridge - Seda Buddhist College - Garze County - Daocheng Yading - Xindu Bridge - Chengdu

In eight full days Over time, this line has also received a lot of attention. Serta can see the Larung Wu Ming Buddhist Academy and the sky burial ceremony.

6. Departure from Lijiang Lugu Lake (hiking adventure)

Lugu Lake-Qiansuo Township-Wujiao Mongolian Township-Brick Factory-Muli Temple-915-915 Observation Building- Shuiluo Township-Yongning Township-Eya Naxi Township-Eyatang Village-Dongyi District-Kas Village-Chushan-Shangri-La Town (This route is the first choice for hiking enthusiasts, and there is no self-driving route to plan. However, now, a route from Lugu The highway from Hu to Daocheng Yading is under construction)

: Several routes to Daocheng

1. Daocheng Airport. Flights can come from all over the country, but the fare is expensive, so you need to prevent altitude sickness in advance;

2. Shuttle bus. Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station (Chengdu Tourism Distribution Center) has shuttle buses to Daocheng Aden every day. The ticket price is 233 yuan/person and it usually takes 2 days to arrive.

It took 8 hours to arrive at Kangding on the first day and take care of yourself, and it took 14 hours to arrive in Daocheng County on the second day. From Daocheng County to Shangri-La Town (Zhiwa Township), you need to charter a car, which takes 1.5 hours, and the round-trip fare is 400-700 yuan/car. If you carpool, the average person will pay about 50 yuan.

There are too many people on the shuttle bus and you cannot park for free at any time along the way.

3. Self-driving. The mountainous terrain of western Sichuan is a dangerous road. Driving by yourself is dangerous and the route is complicated. If you are not familiar with the road conditions or are a novice driver, it is not recommended to drive by yourself. Moreover, the local altitude is high and it is easy to get tired while driving.

4. After arriving in Chengdu or Daocheng County, you can choose to take a local one-day tour. If an experienced driver is familiar with the road conditions, you will be more comfortable and the price will be more suitable.

5. There is also a semi-free method, including round-trip air tickets and hotel accommodation. However, throughout the trip, some are free activities and some are day trips. This package is cost-effective and

1. Physical preparation: You must have enough sleep and rest before entering Tibet. If conditions permit, you can drink Rhodiola rosea and other beverages appropriately.

2. Mental preparation: stay optimistic. Everyone will have varying degrees of altitude sickness when entering the plateau. Generally speaking, symptoms will gradually reduce or disappear after 1-2 days.

3. The plateau has high altitude, strong sunshine, and large temperature difference between morning and evening. It is necessary to prepare long sleeves and warm clothes. At the same time, it is recommended to bring sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, lip balm, necessary medicines, etc. Because of the long journey, you may not be able to eat on time, so you can bring some chocolate and beef jerky to replenish your energy in time.

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1. Drinking butter tea, dairy products, rhodiola and other beverages in moderation will help adapt to the plateau climate.

2. When you first enter the plateau, rest more, drink more water, eat more fruits, and avoid alcohol. Don't run or do strenuous exercise.

3. Eat in moderation and avoid overeating to avoid increasing gastrointestinal burden.

Tibetan areas are special areas. Please live in harmony and respect the culture and beliefs of ethnic minority areas.

5. Please pay attention to safety when riding a horse. Before riding a horse, you must be led by a groom. You can’t ride alone, let alone run. You have to get out of your car and walk on dangerous roads and downhill roads to avoid injury.

6. The conditions of this route are relatively difficult and the distance is long, so it is often impossible to reach the dining spot on time. At the same time, the places it passes through are mostly ethnic minority areas, with limited conditions, lack of supplies, and many things that are not in line with the taste of the food. Please prepare your own meals, and prepare enough dry food, mineral water and other food in case you need it on the way.

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Bring your ID card and your child’s household registration book. Foreigners need to bring their passports and residence permits; Taiwanese compatriots need to bring their Taiwan Compatriot Card.