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Updated Jul 2024
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    4.5/5
    1057 Review
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    "Labrang Temple play guide, [View] It is recommended to stay in the scenic spot, [Interesting] The natural scenery is infinitely good, [Cost-effective] Looking forward to your participation, there may be surprises when walking on the boardwalk."
    Xiahe
    1.4km from downtown
    Highlights: Located in Gannan District's Xiahe County, Labrang Monastery is one of the six great monasteries of the Gelug (Yellow) Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is large in scale and high in status. A representative example of the monasteries and temples throughout Gannan, it is a must-see for visitors to the area. It is a majestic temple complex. It offers spectacular sights while walking through and also when taking in a panoramic bird's-eye view from its highest point. The monastery is full of giant Buddha statues and various exquisite sculptures, murals and countless musical instruments. Furthermore, the long corridor of the Labrang Monastery is a sight rarely seen anywhere else in the world. This is a place where pilgrims come to accumulate merit and to pray for friends and relatives.
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    4.3/5
    443 Review
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    "Sangke Grassland is in the Xiahe River in Gansu Province. Sangke Grassland is a very natural pasture for Tibetan people. The water grass on this grassland is very rich, and when the weather is better, you can see flocks of cattle and sheep. There are very good natural pastoral scenery."
    Xiahe
    22.7km from downtown
    Highlights: Sangke Grassland is located on the west side of Xiahe County, Gannan. There are hills and open fields on the grassland. Every summer, there are green grass and wild flowers, which are very beautiful. When you go to Sangke Grassland, you can also rent a horse and ride in the local area, and go to a Tibetan house to experience various traditional folk customs such as tsampa, butter tea, and Tiaoguozhuang. The grassland is only about 11 kilometers away from Xiahe County, where Labrang Monastery is located. You can visit here when you have free time to visit Labrang Monastery. To visit the Sangke Grassland, you usually have free time after visiting the Labrang Monastery. You can take a car in the county town or rent a bicycle to ride leisurely, and the transportation is more convenient. The regular play time is about 3-4 hours. After riding a horse and watching the flowers, you will return to Xiahe County for accommodation. If you feel better, you can also stay overnight on the grassland. The Mujiale on the Sangke Grassland also provides horse riding, Tibetan meals, and homestay services. The accommodation is generally tents or kang rooms in earthen houses. It costs about 50 yuan per person. The conditions are limited, but it has a Tibetan style. Shooting stars is also very beautiful. After arriving in the Sangke grassland, tourists will basically experience horseback riding. The price of horseback riding in the Sangke grassland is about 50 yuan per hour. The horseback riding here does not allow the horse to run on the grassland. Lead slowly. Go up the hillside behind the grassland to the herdsman's private pasture. Generally, these grasslands are well protected, the grass grows lush, and there are all kinds of wildflowers in them, and the scenery is very beautiful. The groom will wait for a while, allowing tourists to take pictures and play in the grassland, and then lead the tourists back on horseback. After returning to the shepherd's house, you can directly return to the county seat, or you can experience Tibetan food or stay in the local area. The main food here is tsampa, butter tea, etc. The price is relatively affordable, basically the same as the county seat. Shepherd can also provide services such as roasting whole lamb, but the price is more expensive, so you need to say hello in advance. You can watch the stars by staying on the grassland at night. In addition, there are festivals such as the Fragrant Wave Festival on the grassland every summer. The herdsmen often sing and dance together in the evening. Such activities are often held in the accommodation of the pastoral house. If you are lucky enough to catch up with such a scene, join in Let them experience the jubilant grassland style together!
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Xiahe?
Some Best Things to Do in Xiahe include:Labrang Monastery, Sangke Grassland
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Xiahe?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Xiahe include:Labrang Monastery:4.5, Sangke Grassland:4.3
At what locations in Xiahe can Best Things to Do in Xiahe be found?
The Best Things to Do in Xiahe are mainly located in:Labrang Monastery:Xiahe, Sangke Grassland:Xiahe
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