Labrang Monastery

When the summer of Altay occupies everyone's vision, ✨ Gannan has been secretly becoming beautiful, ready to amaze everyone! You can't miss Gannan in July~ 👇🏻These 8 attractions will definitely be so beautiful that you'll never forget them - ✅ 8 must-visit attractions in Gannan: Sunrise and sunset are a must-see! The whole village is surrounded by huge rocky mountains, and during sunrise and sunset, with the changing light and shadow, it really looks like a paradise on earth~ Watch the sunrise at the Dari Viewing Platform, and go to the Fairy Beach for the sunset - 🍃 Strange peaks and rocks, glacial relics, snowy mountains, and lakes I personally think the scenery is more beautiful on cloudy days! The 4520 Viewing Platform allows you to see the full view of the lake, which looks like a mirror in summer - 🍃 The grassland is vast and boundless with few people, herds of cattle and sheep, and clouds rolling and relaxing You can also watch archery, wrestling, and other activities, feeling the passion of the Tibetan people~ From July to September, there are also fresh milk tea, zanba, Tibetan steamed buns, and hand-grabbed mutton to taste - 🍃 The Yellow River winds like a ribbon on the grassland Climb the viewing platform to watch the sunset, and the river surface will show a golden color You have to go before 18:00, and you can take an elevator directly to the viewing platform~ - 🍃 It is a large scenic area, divided into Sichuan and Gansu's Langmusi Watch the sunrise at Sichuan's Silver Top, and the sunset at Gansu's Golden Top Summer trekking in the Namo Grand Canyon is also super cool~ - 🍃Labrang Monastery A grand architectural complex with Tibetan characteristics, with many colleges to visit You can also participate in some Tibetan cultural experience activities, such as jumping pot dance, making butter flowers, etc. - 🍃Milarepa Buddha Pavilion Each floor has a different theme, besides the statues, the murals are also very artistic You have to take off your shoes to enter the pavilion, and you must follow the order when going up~ - 🍃Meiren Grassland The grassland is dotted with small mounds, very delicate and cute The prayer flag tunnel is right next to the grassland, fluttering in the wind, super beautiful! - ✅Recommended 7-day 6-night itinerary in Gannan: 𝒅𝒂𝒚1: Lanzhou 𝒅𝒂𝒚2: Prayer Flag Tunnel→Meiren Grassland→Milarepa Buddha Pavilion 𝒅𝒂𝒚3: Guomang Wetland→Zhagana→Tibetan Family Visit→Bonfire Party 𝒅𝒂𝒚4: Zhagana→Flower Lake→Sunset at the First Bend of the Yellow River 𝒅𝒂𝒚5: Lianbao Yeze→Gemo Monastery→Aba 𝒅𝒂𝒚6: Awan Cang Wetland→Sichuan Langmusi→Namo Grand Canyon Visit Gannan in July, and you'll regret it for a lifetime if you miss these 8️⃣ attractions|||When the summer of Altay occupies everyone's vision, ✨ Gannan has been secretly becoming beautiful, ready to amaze everyone! You can't miss Gannan in July~ 👇🏻These 8 attractions will definitely be so beautiful that you'll never forget them

In Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, known as the 'Highland Jiangnan', I experienced the tranquil beauty away from the worldly noise. In the month of April, Labrang Monastery is brimming with spring vitality , and all things are reviving . Here, I lingered among the ancient and quaint temple buildings , feeling the charm of religious culture . After a spiritual cleansing, I couldn't help but ponder the meaning of life. Against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds, Labrang Monastery appears even more mysterious and majestic. Life is like a journey, we need to slow down to appreciate different landscapes , and experience different cultures.

This summer, take your kids on an RV trip! Move your home into a mobile scenic area, and enjoy the beautiful experience of opening the door to a view and closing it to a home🍃. Experience the latest trendy way of traveling😍. Today, I will recommend 3 RV routes that are perfect for summer travel, with plenty of parent-child experiences, and even a parent-child leader and a photographer to capture the moments📸. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, you can also better enhance the parent-child relationship👍 . ✅【Xinjiang | Fairy Tale Ili + Sayram Lake 8 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Narat, Duku Highway, Kalajun Grassland, Huocheng Lavender, Sayram Lake ⭕️Hidden Gems: Kuerdening, Chapaqi Sea, Kafeng Base Camp ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉985/211 top university leader accompanying throughout 👉7 nights of high-quality accommodation, 1 night by Sayram Lake, 1 night at a forest camp, 2 nights at a boutique homestay, 3 nights at a 4-diamond hotel 👉Includes the essence of the Ili River Valley, daily driving time ≤3h, 10+ fun parent-child experiences ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Exclusive car tour of the Narat Grassland, horse riding ✓Horse riding in the Kuerdening Spruce Forest ✓Kazakh family visit ✓Crossing the northern section of the Duku Highway ✓UTV on the Kalajun Grassland ✓Lamb catching competition on the Kalajun Grassland ✓Lavender estate photo capture ✓Fruit picking ✓Lake Sayram circumnavigation & sailing ✓Bonfire party ✓Grassland afternoon tea ✓Kazanqi Citywalk —— ✅【Gannan | Parent-Child 6 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Labrang Monastery, Sangke Grassland, Zhagana, Liujiaxia Reservoir, Bingling Temple Grottoes ⭕️Hidden Gems: Namo Grand Canyon, Dazong Lake, Fairy Beach ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉Daily driving time <3h, 10+ local experiences 👉A variety of accommodation experiences throughout the trip, combining local specialty hotels and cost-effectiveness 👉Stay at the Sangke Sky Camp to watch the stars ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Grassland Xianglang Festival·Travel photography, dressing up with your child in Tibetan makeup, braids, and clothes ✓Bingling Temple Grottoes·Explanation ✓Labrang Monastery·Monk explanation ✓Crossing the entire Loke Road ✓Liujiaxia Reservoir·Speedboat ride on the Yellow River ✓Fun on the grassland, horse riding, archery, afternoon tea... ✓Light trekking at Fairy Beach ✓Light trekking at Namo Grand Canyon ✓Ceremonial dinner ✓Fireworks bonfire party ✓Encounter with marmots at Dazong Lake —— ✅【Qinghai | Qinghai Lake Parent-Child 6 Days】 ⭕️Classic IPs: Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Atomic City Museum, Qilian Mountain Grassland, Zhuoer Mountain ⭕️Hidden Gems: Ice Gully Forest Sea, Lake Circuit West Road, Heima River, Nanshan ⭕️Trip Highlights: 👉5 different types of accommodation experiences throughout the trip, 3 nights in Tibetan-style hotels + 1 night in Chaka Bubble House + 1 night in RV camping 👉Daily driving time ≤3h 👉8 grassland nomadic experiences + 4 local cultural experiences + 2 mini-classes ⭕️Parent-Child Play Experiences: ✓Mini-classes on 'Tibetan Plateau' & 'Little Salt Worker' ✓Trekking in the Ice Gully Forest Sea ✓Professional equestrian riding by Qinghai Lake ✓In-depth horse riding on the Qilian Mountain Grassland ✓Be a little herdsman for a day, wearing ethnic costumes, making tsampa, herding cattle and sheep... ✓Learn Tibetan script/handcraft Tibetan incense ✓Taste special Tibetan meals, with Dzoma explaining and appreciating the nomadic diet culture ✓Intangible Cultural Heritage Thangka Experience·Special invitation to a heritage expert for explanation

Gannan, this secret realm praised by 'National Geographic' as a 'must-visit in a lifetime', what charm does it hold? It's not Tibet, yet it has a similar Tibetan culture, stunning natural scenery, and few tourists. 📍 Location: Southwest Gansu Province 🚗 Travel Guide: First arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport, then transfer to various places in Gannan. 🔍 Tour Route: 1. Lanzhou → Gannan Secret Realm → Labrang Monastery → Xiahe 2. Labrang Monastery → Sangke Grassland → Zhagana 3. Zhagana → Ruoergai Flower Lake → Nine-Bend Yellow River → Tangke 4. Tangke → Wache Tower Forest → Hongyuan, Moon Bay → Jiuzhi 5. Jiuzhi → Lianbaoyuze → Aba 6. Jiuzhi → Awan Warehouse Wetland → Gahai Lake → Langmu Temple 7. Langmu Temple → Milarepa Buddha Pavilion → Linxia → Lanzhou 🏞️ Must-Visit Attractions: 1. Gannan Secret Realm: The greenery here can heal the soul, with Bajiao City, Baishi Cliff, and Baishi Cliff Temple, each spot is breathtakingly beautiful. 2. Labrang Monastery: One of the six major monasteries of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism, known as the 'World's Tibetan Academy'. Remember to rent a set of Tibetan clothes and experience this sanctity. 3. Sangke Grassland: A plateau at an altitude of 4000 meters, step on the grassland and look up at the sky. 4. Self-drive Rock's Road: Follow Joseph Rock, cross the Guanggai Mountain, and explore Diebu Zhagana. 5. Zhagana: Pure, primitive, and tranquil, the beauty here is unforgettable. 🍜 Food Recommendations: Milk tea, fried dough sticks, Zanba, yogurt, meat dumplings, meat buns, noodles, and hand-grabbed mutton, etc. 📝 Travel Tips: 1. The temperature difference between day and night is significant, bring a jacket, and cold protection in the morning and evening is essential. 2. Equipment: Thermos, power bank, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm, rain gear, etc. 3. Medicines: Cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, band-aids, etc. Are you ready? Let's embark on the secret journey of Gannan together and feel the magic and beauty of this land! 🧳🌄

This year, take a trip to Gannan. Although Seda is not part of Gannan, it is usually included in the itinerary planning for longer trips, as it is conveniently on the way. Allocate more time to enjoy the visit. ~ 🎈🎈🎈What are the must-visit attractions? 1⃣ Yellow River: the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of the Yellow River in Tangke; 2⃣ Visit the Labrang Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery, which was featured in the movie 'A World Without Thieves' where Liu Ruoying paid her respects; 3⃣ Zhagana: a true hidden paradise; 4⃣ Two must-visit grasslands on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau: Zoige and Sangke; 5⃣ The sacred mountain—Lianbao Yeze: with its perennial snow-capped peaks and spectacular glacial ice, and mysterious lakes; 6⃣ Ganjia Secret Realm: Perhaps, it's hard to find such a secluded scenery anymore, so just quietly appreciate it. ~ 📣📣📣About transportation and essential items 🚗Public transportation in Gannan is inconvenient, so self-driving or chartered cars are common; the starting point is usually set in Lanzhou, and the ending point can be a return trip to Lanzhou or Chengdu. 👗Clothing: The temperature difference between morning and evening in Gannan is significant, so a thick coat is a must. 🔍Essential items: Various sunscreens, moisturizers, and lip balms are essential. Also, bring Rhodiola rosea and medicines for colds, diarrhea, band-aids, etc. 🔔Altitude sickness: Remember not to run or jump on the plateau, and don't get too excited. - 🎬🎬🎬Gannan 4-day loop: Day 1 Lanzhou--Ganjia Secret Realm--Labrang Monastery--Xiahe Stay Day 2 Sangke Grassland--Zhagana--Diebu Stay Day 3 Zoige Grassland--Flower Lake--Langmusi Stay Day 4 Langmusi-Gahai-Milarepa Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou - 🌟🌟🌟Gannan 5-day loop: Day1 Lanzhou-Ganjia Secret Realm-Labrang Monastery-Xiahe Day2 Labrang Monastery-Sangke Grassland-Zhagana Day3 Flower Lake-Zoige Wetland-Nine Bends of the Yellow River-Tangke Day4 Tangke-Suo Ke Tibetan Monastery-Gahai Lake-Langmusi Day5 Langmusi Temple-Milarepa Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou - 👉👉👉Gannan 6-day loop: D1. Lanzhou—Ganjia Secret Realm—Labrang Monastery—Xiahe D2. Labrang Monastery—Sangke Grassland—Zhagana D.3 Zhagana—Zoige Flower Lake—Nine Bends Yellow River—Tangke D4. Tangke—Wache Taling—Lianbao Yeze—Aba D5. Awan Warehouse Wetland—Gahai Lake—Langmusi D6. Langmusi—Milarepa Buddha Pavilion—Linxia to Lanzhou - ❤️❤️❤️Gannan classic 7-day (Seda version): D1 Lanzhou-Ganjia Secret Realm-Labrang Monastery-Xiahe D2 Xiahe-Langmusi-Zhagana D3 Flower Lake-Zoige Grassland-Nine Bends Yellow River-Tangke D4 Wache Taling-Lianbao Yeze-Jiuzhi D5 Tibetan Zebra County-Seda Wuming Buddhist Institute D6 Seda in-depth tour-Jiuzhi-Maqu D7 Maqu-Milarepa Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou ~

🚆 How to get there: ✈ Plane: It is recommended to fly to Lanzhou, car rental or group is convenient 🚄 Train: Lanzhou West Station is a high-speed rail station, Lanzhou Station is a train station, choose according to personal preference ✨ Travel guide: Sun protection: long clothes, trousers, hat👒, sunglasses🕶 Washing and care: facial cleanser, moisturizer, hydrating mask Electrical appliances: charger, power bank, camera📷, drone Medicine: motion sickness patch, high altitude sickness prevention💊, and other daily necessities Others: thermos cup🥛, U-shaped pillow, etc. Documents🎫: ID card, student card ⭕ Itinerary planning - First encounter with Gannan Four days and three nights: D1: Gathering day-Lanzhou city walk D2: Lanzhou-Labrang Monastery-Sangke Grassland-Diebu D3: Diebu-Zhagana-Flower Lake-Langmu Temple D4: Langmu Temple-Guomang Wetland-Milariba Buddha Pavilion ⭕ Xi'an departure bus tour Five days and four nights: D1: Xi'an-Wolf Crossing Wetland Grassland-Dangchang D2: Dangchang-Guan Goose Gully-Lazikou-Diebu D3: Zhagana-Ruoergai Grassland-Flower Lake-Langmu Temple D4: Langmu Temple-Sangke Grassland-Labrang Monastery-Lanzhou D5: Lanzhou-Lianhuo Expressway-Xi'an ⭕ Punch in the first bend of the Yellow River Five days and four nights: D1: Gathering day-Lanzhou city walk D2: Lanzhou-Labrang Monastery-Ganji Mystery-Xiahe D3: Xiahe-Sangke Grassland-Langmu Temple-First Bend of the Yellow River-Tangke Town D4: Tangke Town-Ruoergai Grassland-Flower Lake-Zhagana D5: Zhagana-Guomang Wetland-Bafang Thirteen Lanes-Lanzhou 🌟 Tips: Keep hydrated during the journey: Gannan's climate is relatively dry, carry a water cup with you Prevention of altitude sickness: Some areas of Gannan have a higher altitude, pay attention to the prevention of altitude sickness Ethnic costumes: Try local costumes in the scenic area and leave beautiful photos Car sharing: If you need to rent a car, consider sharing the cost Local food: Try local special food and experience the local flavor May every step you take in Gannan be an encounter, and every scenery be a heartthrob.🏞✨

|||. Gannan tourism, regret knowing too late! Crossing the Lork Road|||🍀🍀🍀 In early summer in Gannan, snow may occasionally fall, which is a bit of a pleasant surprise ~ 🌸🌸🌸 For friends planning to visit Gannan this year: 1. The grass on the prairie has started to turn green, and the scenery will become more and more beautiful as time goes on, so you can plan your holiday now; 2. The period up to early September is a good time to visit Gannan, with July and August being the peak season, so you need to prepare in advance; 3. The average altitude of Gannan is over 3000 meters, so altitude sickness is relatively mild, no need to worry too much; 4. If you want to escape the summer heat, Gannan is a good choice, as the temperature is very cool and comfortable; ~ 🎈🎈🎈 Snow-capped mountains stand tall, lakes are scattered like stars, and majestic peaks and strange rocks form a temple of art. A strong cultural atmosphere, a land of faith. Gannan has a magical color of Middle-earth. - 🎬🎬🎬 Temperature & Accommodation & Clothing 1. There is a big temperature difference, so be prepared for sun protection and warmth, even in summer, you should have a thick coat for the morning and evening; 2. Accommodations along the way are quite convenient and not expensive; in terms of dining, Tibetan, Halal, or Sichuan cuisine are the main options, which are very convenient~ - 👉👉👉 Places in Gannan worth checking in: 1. Labrang Monastery 2. Zhagana 3. Langmu Temple 4. Lianbao Yeze 5. Tangke Yellow River First Bend 6. Meiren Grassland 7. Lork Road 8. Ganjia Secret Land 9. Seda 10. Guan'e Valley - 🆘🆘🆘 Departure & Transportation: 1. The general route in Gannan is to enter and exit through Lanzhou, and it's better to take a loop. You can also consider entering and exiting through Lanzhou and Chengdu, but a single line might mean missing some scenery; 2. Public transportation is not recommended, as it is very inconvenient. Self-driving or carpooling is the main way. - 🎬🎬🎬 Gannan 4-day loop: Day 1 Lanzhou--Ganjia Secret Land--Labrang Monastery--Xiahe Stay Day 2 Sangke Grassland--Zhagana--Diebu Stay Day 3 Zoige Grassland--Flower Lake--Langmu Temple Stay Day 4 Langmu Temple-Gahai-Mila Ri Ba Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou - 🌟🌟🌟 Gannan 5-day loop: Day1 Lanzhou-Ganjia Secret Land-Labrang Monastery-Xiahe Day2 Labrang Monastery-Sangke Grassland-Zhagana Day3 Flower Lake-Zoige Wetland-Yellow River First Bend-Tangke Day4 Tangke-Suo Ke Tibetan Monastery-Gahai Lake-Langmu Temple Day5 Langmu Temple-Mila Ri Ba Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou - 👉👉👉 Gannan 6-day loop: D1. Lanzhou—Ganjia Secret Land—Labrang Monastery—Xiahe D2. Labrang Monastery—Sangke Grassland—Zhagana D.3 Zhagana—Zoige Flower Lake—Yellow River First Bend—Tangke D4. Tangke—Waqie Pagoda Forest—Lianbao Yeze—Aba D5. Awan Warehouse Wetland—Gahai Lake—Langmu Temple D6. Langmu Temple—Mila Ri Ba Buddha Pavilion—Linxia to Lanzhou - ❤️❤️❤️ Gannan classic 7-day (Seda version): D1 Lanzhou-Ganjia Secret Land-Labrang Monastery-Xiahe D2 Xiahe-Langmu Temple-Zhagana D3 Flower Lake-Zoige Grassland-Yellow River First Bend-Tangke D4 Waqie Pagoda Forest-Lianbao Yeze-Jiuzhi D5 Tibetan Zebra County-Seda Wuming Buddhist Institute D6 Seda in-depth tour-Jiuzhi-Maqu D7 Maqu-Mila Buddha Pavilion-Lanzhou ~

Gannan is on fire this year🔥, and Labrang Monastery is a must-visit place for Gannan travel❗ 🉐Let's talk about what you know and don't know about Labrang Monastery 1️⃣. If you just want to experience the religious atmosphere, you can enter the scenic area for free after 18:00🆓 2️⃣. If you want to visit the halls, it costs 40r, including a guide, mainly covering the six major monasteries within the temple. The guides are lamas or Tibetans, and their Mandarin is not standard, and the explanation is simple, making the experience slightly poor. (Indeed, it feels not as good as Langmu Monastery) 🍊3. The temple's prayer wheel corridor is the longest in the world, about 3️⃣ kilometers long. You should walk clockwise and experiencing a part of it is enough. 🍊4. For sisters who like to take photos📸, you can rent a Tibetan costume🥻️ at the street outside the monastery gate, usually for 80r, including makeup💄➕accessories. 5️⃣. The Gongtang Pagoda requires a separate ticket. 20r, this is also the essence of the temple's architecture, and you can enjoy a panoramic view of the temple from the top👀 6️⃣. Labrang Monastery is built along the Daxia River, and the hillside opposite the Gongtang Pagoda is an excellent spot to overlook the entire monastery and see its grandeur, as well as a good place to watch the sunset🌟 🍝7. For food, there's the Wuzelin Ka Restaurant, a Tibetan restaurant, with its signature stone-cooked mutton. Go to the restaurant early, as they only issue a limited number of tickets without a reservation. 🍉8. Manba Zangcang (Medical College), 🈶a Tibetan medical college, 🈶a clinic, and the most famous product is the Tibetan medicine Jiebai Pill, which is specially used for treating stomach diseases. 🍉9. Labrang Monastery is known as the highest academy of Tibetan Buddhism, with both Exoteric and Esoteric Buddhist colleges. Mainly, there are four Esoteric Buddhist 'Zhacang' (similar to university departments). Generally, lamas need to go through a long period of Exoteric Buddhist studies and obtain a Geshe degree (which takes about fifteen years😂😂) before they can enter Esoteric Buddhist studies. Only after completing their studies and graduating can they take on the responsibility of managing the Esoteric Buddhist rituals in the monasteries of the Tibetan areas.

One must take a trip to Gannan, right? To cross the life's tribulations, To feel the winds of the secret realms of Ganjia, To spin the prayer wheels at Labrang Monastery, To wait for the sunset in Zoige, To see the prayer flags fluttering in Luqu, Carrying blessings with the wind, the devout faith in our hearts, This is the journey through the pure land of Tibet. 🚩Collection of Routes: 🚗【Gannan 3 Days】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Milarepa's Buddha Pavilion — Rock's Road — Zhagana D2: Zhagana — Little Duku — Zoige Flower Lake — Langmu Temple D3: Langmu Temple — Sangke Grassland — Labrang Monastery — Lanzhou 🚗【Gannan 4 Days】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Milarepa's Buddha Pavilion — Rock's Road — Zhagana D2: Zhagana — Fairy Beach — Flower Lake — First Bend of the Yellow River — Tangke D3: Tangke — Langmu Temple (Sichuan Temple) — Sangke Grassland — Xiahe D4: Xiahe — Labrang Monastery — Lanzhou 🚗【Gannan 5 Days】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Milarepa's Buddha Pavilion — Rock's Road — Zhagana D2: Zhagana — Fairy Beach — Flower Lake — First Bend of the Yellow River — Tangke D3: Tangke — Lianbao Yezhe — Gemu Monastery — Jiuzhi D4: Jiuzhi — Langmu Temple (Sichuan Temple) — Sangke Grassland — Xiahe D5: Xiahe — Labrang Monastery — Lanzhou 🚗【Gannan 5 Days】【Lesser-Known】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Dayugou — Qibu Linka/Zhuoni County D2: Qibu Linka/Zhuoni County — Rock's Road — Zhagana D3: Half-day in Zhagana — Cuomei Peak — Langmu Temple D4: Langmu Temple — Sichuan Temple (Namo Gorge) — Zecha Stone Forest — Luqu D5: Luqu — Through Sangke Grassland — Labrang Monastery — Lanzhou 🚗【Gannan 6 Days】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Dayugou — Zhuoni D2: Zhuoni — Rock's Road — Zhagana D3: Zhagana — Little Duku — Zoige Flower Lake — First Bend of the Yellow River — Tangke D4: Tangke — Lianbao Yezhe — Gemu Monastery — Jiuzhi D5: Jiuzhi — Langmu Temple (Sichuan Temple) — Sangke Grassland — Xiahe D6: Xiahe — Labrang Monastery — Ganjia Secret Realm — Lanzhou 🌹【Gannan 6 Days】【Lesser-Known】 D0: Gather in Lanzhou D1: Lanzhou — Dayugou — Qibu Linka/Zhuoni County D2: Qibu Linka/Zhuoni County — Rock's Road — Zhagana D3: Half-day in Zhagana — Cuomei Peak — Diebu County D4: Diebu County — Zoige Flower Lake — First Bend of the Yellow River — Tangke D5: Tangke — Langmu Temple (Namo Gorge) — Zecha Stone Forest — Luqu County D6: Luqu County — Labrang Monastery — Lanzhou For detailed itinerary and more routes, click to consult me 🍊

Gannan, a secret paradise praised by 'National Geographic' as a must-visit destination in one's lifetime, what exactly is its charm? Although it is not Tibet, it is better than Tibet, without the daunting high altitudes or the treacherous roads. Here, you can experience the rich Tibetan culture, feel the simplicity and mystery; you can also enjoy the stunning natural scenery, as if you are in the midst of a magnificent painting. What's more precious is that the place is not crowded with tourists, allowing you to fully enjoy the tranquility and beauty of this secret land. Coming to Gannan is like entering a fairyland on earth, making people linger and yearn for more. Indeed, it is a place one must visit in their lifetime. Location of the scenic area: Southwest of Gansu Province Transportation guide: Fly to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport from all over the country 🚀 🌄🎒 🌄 DAY 1: Lanzhou ➜ Labrang Monastery ➜ Sangke Grassland ➜ Langmusi Town 🏨 Overnight: Langmusi Town 🌅 DAY 2: Langmusi Town ➜ Zhagana ➜ Dangchang 🏨 Overnight: Dangchang 🌤 DAY 3: Dangchang ➜ Guan'e Valley ➜ Lanzhou ⚠️Travel Tips for Gannan ❗️Gannan is located on the plateau, with a large temperature difference between day and night, so you need to wear fleece, thin sweaters or jackets in the morning and evening! ❗️Due to the high altitude, the ultraviolet rays are strong, so be sure to bring sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection items! It's also best to wear long sleeves and pants in the summer!

💥This secluded sanctuary is a must-visit for you!💥 🌄At the intersection of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the Loess Plateau, there lies a stunning secret realm called Gannan!📍Here, it seems like a paradise lost by God on earth, so beautiful that it takes your breath away! 🏞Whenever you think of plateau scenery, are you worried about altitude sickness? But in Gannan, this 'Garden of Gansu' and 'Little Tibet', the altitude is only about 3000 meters! The area is rich in vegetation and the air is full of oxygen, allowing you to easily appreciate the beauty of the plateau without worrying about the troubles of altitude sickness!🌳 🌈Here, you can experience the religious humanity and pure blue skies and white clouds like in Tibet, as well as the undulating grasslands and blooming wildflowers like in Inner Mongolia! But the charm of Gannan goes far beyond that!🌸 🔥What's the most exciting thing to do in Gannan?🎉 1️⃣ Labrang Monastery: It has the world's longest scripture turning corridor and was also a filming location for 'A World Without Thieves'!📹 Walking on the scripture turning path, feeling the power of faith, it's as if all the dust of life can be washed away. 2️⃣ Zhagana: The reputation of 'Rock's Back Garden' is well deserved!🌲 The Tibetan villages blend perfectly with the natural scenery, with lush mountains and tranquil villages, a paradise for photography enthusiasts! 3️⃣ The Road of Rock: Not to be missed if you like adventure!🏔 The winding mountain roads, snow-capped meadows, and Tibetan village smoke intertwine into a magnificent painting, waiting for you to unveil its mystery! 4️⃣ The First Bend of the Yellow River: Standing here, you will be amazed by the clear streams flowing through the grasslands!🌅 Contrary to the turbulent and muddy image of the Yellow River, this is an excellent place to watch the sunset over the Yellow River! 5️⃣ Lianbao Yeze Scenic Area: Known as 'King Gesar's ancient battlefield',🏞 with its rugged peaks and unique stone forests, it's like a natural palace of art, and walking around the lake you can feel a strong atmosphere of prayer! 6️⃣ Hongyuan-Ruoergai Grassland: 🐑 In the summer, Ruoergai is lush with water and grass, and cattle and sheep are everywhere, a vibrant green treasure! Here, you can let yourself go and get up close and personal with nature! 7️⃣ Langmu Temple: Located at the border of Sichuan and Gansu, Langmu Temple,🌳 surrounded by grasslands, forests, hills, and red cliffs, is like a Shangri-La! The two Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the town are also historic and worth a visit!

Labrang Monastery is located in Xiahe County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province. It is a transliteration of the Tibetan 'Labrang', meaning the residence of the living Buddha master. Labrang Monastery is also one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, known as the 'World's Tibetan Academy'. At its peak, there were more than 4,000 monks. During my trip to Gannan, I passed by this place and walked a full circle around the perimeter of the temple. Although I am not a devout Buddhist, I still felt a sense of reverence. In the process of walking, I felt my restless heart gradually calm down, contemplating the essence of my existence, experiencing a rare sense of relaxation. When I was young, I didn't understand why so many people in the world have religious beliefs. As I grew up, I realized that all beings suffer, and everyone inevitably falls into the trap of greed, hatred, and delusion. There are too many things in life that we desire but cannot obtain and cannot let go of. Through religious faith, one can find solace and liberation for the soul. The architecture of Labrang Monastery is exquisite, exuding a sense of dignity. No one speaks loudly here, for fear of desecrating the divine. It is said that it was built during the reign of Emperor Kangxi, and the monastery houses more than 10,000 pieces of ethnic artifacts and Buddhist art. There are sixteen large Buddhas over 8 meters tall, made of gilded bronze or sandalwood carvings, in various halls. The variety of medium and small-sized Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, stupas, and ritual instruments is countless. As you walk and observe, whether it's the white pagodas in the temple or the prayer flags fluttering in the breeze, they all stir a ripple in your heart, evoking a subtle sense of Zen. On this day, I circumambulated mountains, waters, and stupas, all to encounter you along the way. As a paradise for pilgrims, Labrang Monastery is worth your visit to savor in detail.