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Back to All Destinations  | Langmusi, Gansu  An ideal destination for backpackers as it has not been listed on the itinerary of any Chinese travel agency: a quiet, picturesque Tibetan village at an elevation of 3300 m, beautiful landscape, well preserved Tibetan cultures, unknown to most tourists. Daily life is regulated by Tibetan religious rituals. Curious travelers are even allowed to witness a sky-burial ceremony. More |
 | Xiahe, Gansu  Your eyes would be refreshed in Xiahe by striking crimson robe and yellow hats of monks, as well as beautiful Tibetan architecture, green grasslands and clear blue sky. The rich color contrasts vividly to the monotonous color of ruins and Gobi desert on the silk road. More |
 | Danba, Sichuan Danba is supposedly the richest Tibetan town in Sichuan. It has a mild weather and the Tibetan houses here are relatively new and huge. It is well-known for both its watchtowers 古碉楼 and pretty Tibetan ladies. More |
 | Daocheng, Sichuan At an average elevation of 3800 meters, Daocheng is renowned for Yading's spectacular mountain scenery. However the scenery around Daocheng is also worth a visit. The attractive wild river valley and hills hide a number of splendid Tibetan monasteries, natural sites. Local Tibetan farmers still live in their own culture and lifestyle. More |
 | Zoige, Sichuan At an elevation of 3470 meters, surrounded by grasslands, Zoige is a town of ugly concrete buildings. Vegetables, transported from lower land, are very precious. There is a beautiful monastery at the east end of the town where we spent most of our time. More |
 | Sakya, Tibet  The fortress-like Sakya Monastery is unique comparing with other Tibetan monasteries that I have visited before with blue walls framed with white and red vertical stipes. Its main buildings are protected by massive walls with outstanding towers. More |
 | Lake Manasarovar, Tibet Lake Manasarovar is sacred to the Tibetans as well as Hindus. Many Hindu pilgrims from India and Nepal visit and bath in the waters of the lake every year. Tibetans walk the 90km around the lake in 2-3 days. It is linked to a smaller lake, Lhanag-tso in Tibetan or Rakshas Tal by a channel. More |
 | Yanjing, Tibet Don't miss Yanjing on your way from Yunnan to Tibet: its unique salt terrace fields/pans using century-old techniques to extract salt, its fascinating multi-racial/religious population and the only Catholic Church in Tibet. The scenery around here is stunning with beautiful villages and ancient salt pans clinging to the sheer slopes on both sides of the Mekong River Gorge. More |
 | Shannan, Tibet We visited two sites in Shannan: Samye and Yumbulagang. Two days are needed to visit these two places. One can visit Samye on the first day and spend the night at Tsetang. Visit YumbuLagang on the next morning and then catch a bus back to Lhasa in the afternoon. More |
 | Zhongdian, Yunnan Zhongdian, known as Gyalthang in Tibetan, recently changed its name to Shangri-La. Perched on a plateau at an elevation of 3300 meters, dotted with beautiful hills, flowers and alpine lakes, the region of Zhongdian offers great possibilities for trek, botanical exploration, as well as discovery of Tibetan culture. More |
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