About Daocheng Yading, Sichuan, it is actually a very good place, but it mainly depends on whether you are interested in visiting this place. Today, the editor will tell you something about this place. Guide, you can also learn more about it when you go there. Daocheng

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

Hiking Holy Land: The body is in hell and the eyes are in heaven. This is the only place to go. For example, the hiking routes from Aden to Muli, Aden to Lugu Lake, and the mountaineering routes around the Three Gods Mountains in Aden are all excellent hiking routes. experience.

Shangri-La: The last Shangri-La that we often hear is here. It also has the extremely emotional title of the last pure land on the aqua blue planet. Travel knowledge

Altitude sickness: The average altitude of Daocheng is 4,000 meters. Altitude sickness will inevitably occur during travel. Symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, and even more severe headaches, vomiting, etc. are normal. It will get better in the next 1 to 3 days.

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

Religious culture: Most Tibetans in Daocheng are devout Tibetan Buddhist believers. Please pay attention to four things when traveling here. 1. Do not step on prayer flags; 2. Do not knock down Mani piles; 3. Do not sit on stones engraved with scriptures; 4. Do not touch Buddha statues, beads, scriptures, etc. Highlights

April to May: Although the colors in Daocheng in spring are not as gorgeous as in autumn, there is more snow on the sacred mountain than in autumn, and the alpine rhododendrons are blooming. Since there are fewer tourists, accommodation and dining are limited. Consumption will also be lower. Travel time

4 to 5 days: Daocheng County is generally just a short stay, and 1 to 2 days can be arranged for scenic spots around the county. Aden Scenic Area recommends 2 days to 3 days. Of course, this time arrangement is mainly for friends who want to travel in depth. Currently, most of the reliable independent travel teams stay in Aden for 1 to 2 days. Consumption level

Daocheng is located on the Western Sichuan Plateau where transportation is not very convenient. The inconvenience here is not because of bad roads, but because the time and cost of transporting materials is too high. Therefore, compared with neighboring cities such as Chengdu and Kunming, Consumption levels in cities are slightly higher. Attractions

Daocheng Three Sacred Mountains

Over the years, countless travelers have come here, and many of the reasons are related to the three sacred mountains in Daocheng Yading. Please remember their names: North Peak Xiannairi, South Peak Yangmaiyong, and East Peak Shanuoduoji, which represent Guanyin Bodhisattva, Manjushri Bodhisattva and Vajrapani Bodhisattva respectively.

Crossing Haizi Mountain

If you start from Chengdu, take the Sichuan-Tibet Line, and change to Provincial Highway 217 in Litang, you will definitely pass through the "unexpected" nature of Haizi Mountain In the protected area, there are 1,145 large and small Haizi Islands scattered across the boundless Haizi Mountain.

Red grassland and green poplar forest

If you want to see this kind of scenery, you must do it in autumn, and the time is very short! People who have seen it say it is indescribable, it is very beautiful and very beautiful. Fairy tales are like going to a perfect world.

Tibetan Temples

Although the temples in Daocheng are not as large and popular as those in Tibet, they have a more ethereal and profound feeling. They are more solemn because they are quiet and plain. Peaceful. Tibetan Food

How can you not try Tibetan food in Daocheng Yading? Eating meat and drinking wine are the culinary characteristics of Tibetan areas. Zanba, butter tea, and yak meat are all Tibetan delicacies that cannot be missed. Listening to local-style music in a full-fledged Tibetan restaurant, you can only imagine that your travel time will be like this. Clothing Guide

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

April to October: The average temperature in spring and autumn is between 0 and 10 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to wear short sleeves inside and a thin jacket outside during the day. At night, you need to wear a fleece jacket or a jacket. Those 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.

Body lotion and lip balm have a certain effect on relieving dry weather and can be brought with you. A thermos cup, umbrella, and raincoat are also crucial to your trip, so please bring them with you.

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

Warming equipment: Warm baby is a good choice. It can not only maintain personal body warmth, 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

Tibetans in Daocheng area use the Kang dialect of Tibetan. Tibetans in scenic spots, hotels, and restaurants all speak Mandarin, so basic communication is not a problem.

Of course, it is also interesting to travel to a new place and master the necessary dialects. Maybe it can help you in an emergency. See the picture below. Overview of Attractions

Daocheng’s attractions are concentrated in three areas: Daocheng County, the surrounding areas of the county and the Aden Scenic Area.

Daocheng County: Tibetan-style houses, white pagoda.

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

Aden Scenic Spots: Xiannairi, Yangmaiyong, Shanuoduoji, 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 running from north to south, Yading Road heading to the west, and Gongba Road heading east, as well as the ones held at night Bonfire night in Snow Mountain Square.

Daocheng White Pagoda: It is also called Zunsheng Talin. It is the only scenic spot in the county and is located at the head of the bridge entering the city. It has 4 floors and 108 white pagodas. If you want to turn the pagoda, please respect the Buddhist custom and turn the pagoda clockwise and at least three times. There is an observation deck on the hillside not far from the White Tower, where you can overlook the entire Daocheng County.

Around the county town

Ten thousand acres of poplar forest: It is only 7 kilometers and a 15-minute drive from the county town. This place is called Panghe Township. It is the highest and largest artificial green forest in the world. Yang protective forest.

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

Aden Scenic Area

Aden is actually a village. After buying a ticket in Shangri-La Town, formerly known as Riva Town, take a sightseeing bus for about 1 hour to reach Aden Village, and then arrive in 10 minutes. The real entrance to the scenic spot is Longtong Dam.

Aden Scenic Area is relatively large. In addition to the three sacred mountains, you can also see a series of cultural and natural scenery such as Chonggu Temple and Luorong Cattle Farm. You need to calm down and enjoy it slowly!

Tourists who need to enter the scenic spot for the second time must submit an application when purchasing and inspecting tickets on the first day, and undergo real-name registration and ID verification by the ticket seller and ticket inspector respectively. , the second entry into the scenic spot is free, and the sightseeing ticket is half price.

Core Attractions

Xiannairi: 6032 meters above sea level, it is the closest sacred mountain to the entrance of Aden Scenic Area. You can overlook it from Chonggu Temple.

Yangmaiyong: with an altitude of 5958 meters, it ranks first among the three main snow mountains in Tibetan Buddhism.

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

Chonggu Temple: 3880 meters above sea level, located at the foot of the Xiannairi Mountain. There is a two-story building next to the temple. The first floor is the guest room and the lama's room, and the second floor is the sutra hall. Visitors are not allowed to visit the second floor.

Pearl Sea: This is an ideal place to take pictures of Xiannairi’s reflection and sunset. In spring, rhododendrons are in full bloom along the lakeside, and in autumn the forests are dyed, reflecting the colorful world, which is dazzling.

Luorong Cattle Farm: At an altitude of 4,150 meters, this is one of the most famous accommodation locations in the Aden Scenic Area and is also an alpine pasture for nearby herdsmen to graze. You can choose to stay 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 Yangmaiyong. It is a famous holy lake in Tibetan areas. It is said that it can replay history and predict the future.

Milk Sea: It is named after the milky white circle surrounding the lake. You can only go from Luorong Niu Farm to Milk Sea on foot. The distance is about 4.5 kilometers. There are no scenic battery cars in the area. If you choose to ride a horse, it will take about 2 to 3 hours to go back and forth, and it will take about 5 hours to walk. Shopping overview

In fact, there are no special specialties in Daocheng. However, if you want to look for it, there are still many things worth collecting, such as horse bells, earthen wine jars, rustic tsampa boxes, etc. wait.

The first place to choose shopping in Daocheng is Erchu Street. There are many stalls selling silver jewelry. However, most of the silver jewelry is fake. In fact, as long as the price of personal souvenirs is right, authenticity does not matter. important.

If you are lucky, you may meet Tibetans selling rhodiola rosea, snow lotus, cordyceps, fritillary, snow tea, ganoderma, snow lotus and other medicinal materials they picked to shops along the street. Most of them are genuine. And the price is 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. Entertainment

Horse riding: The horse riding locations in Aden Scenic Area are Longtong Dam, Chonggu Temple and Luorong Niu Farm. Tourists can buy tickets and rent horses at these three stops.

Cafes: There are not many cafes in Daocheng, and the cafes do not just sell coffee. They also sell butter tea, highland barley wine, Tibetan snacks, and simple Western food.

Rubchaka Hot Spring: means spring of friends in Tibetan. The water temperature of the hot spring outlet is generally around 68 degrees Celsius. The water is clear and has no peculiar smell and can be drank directly. Several routes to Daocheng

1. Double flights to and from Daocheng across the country

National-Daocheng County-Shangri-La Town-Aden Scenic Area-Daocheng County-return, Aden Scenic Area can If you play for one or two days, the whole trip only takes three or four days. It is suitable for friends who only want to visit Daocheng Yading, and there are no bumps on the road. However, the flight time is short, and when you arrive at Daocheng at a high altitude, you need to prevent altitude sickness in advance.

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

This river Hidden thread is something I would strongly recommend to everyone. Starting from Chengdu, drive along the 318 National Highway, pass through Danba and Litang, and go south on the 217 and 216 Provincial Highways to Shangri-La Town (formerly Riva Township). Drive all the way to appreciate the shock and Kham customs brought to you by the plateau pass. The scenery along the way is very beautiful. On the return journey, pass through Kangding and Luding, go to Hailuogou, and return to Chengdu from Hailuogou. The whole process takes eight days.

Special note: If you go in and out by car, the itinerary is OK in reverse, that is, Chengdu-Hailuogou-Xinduqiao-Daocheng Yading-Xinduqiao-Chengdu.

3. Fly solo from Chengdu to Danba to Tagong to Xinduqiao to Litang to Daocheng

This line is from Chengdu by land, and you can enjoy the plateau scenery along the way. Mainly playing Daocheng Aden, and then flying back from Daocheng, which only takes five days.

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

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

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

The whole journey lasts eight days. Lines are also of great concern. Larung Gar Buddhist Academy and Sky Burial Ceremony can be seen in Serthar.

6. Departure from Lijiang Lugu Lake (hiking adventure)

Lugu Lake-Qiansuo Township-Wujiao Mongolian Township-Brick Factory-Muli Temple-915-915 Observation Deck- Shuiluo Township - Yongning Township - Erya Naxi Township - Erya Tong Village - Dongyi District - Kas Village - Erchu Mountain - Shangri-La Town (This route is the first choice for hiking adventure enthusiasts, and there is no self-driving route to plan. However, A highway is being built directly from Lugu Lake to Daocheng Aden) Transportation methods to Daocheng

1. Daocheng Airport. You can fly to and from all parts of the country, the fare is expensive, and you need to prevent high altitude sickness in advance;

2. Shuttle bus. Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station (Chengdu Tourism Distribution Center) has a shuttle bus to Daocheng Aden every day. The fare is 233 yuan/person. It usually takes 2 days to arrive.

We will arrive in Kangding within 8 hours on the first day and will be responsible for our own accommodation. We will arrive in Daocheng County within 14 hours on the second day. You need to charter a car from Daocheng County to Shangri-La Town (Riwa Township). The journey takes 1.5 hours and the round-trip fare is 400-700 yuan per car. If you carpool, it will cost about 50 yuan per person.

The passengers on the shuttle bus are mixed, and you are not allowed to stop at any time along the way, which is very unfree.

3. Self-driving. Western Sichuan has high mountains and dangerous roads. Self-driving is very dangerous and the routes are complicated. Self-driving is not recommended for those who are not familiar with the road conditions or are novice drivers. Moreover, the local altitude is high and driving is easy to fatigue.

4. After arriving in Chengdu or Daocheng County, you can choose to participate in a local day trip. The experienced driver is familiar with the road, so you can have more peace of mind and the price is more suitable.

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There is also a semi-free travel method, which includes round-trip air tickets and hotel accommodation, but part of the entire trip is free activities and part is day tours , this kind of package price is cost-effective, and part of the Daocheng Yading Scenic Area is a day tour led by a driver and tour guide, which saves time and worry. For the rest of the free activities, you can flexibly arrange the attractions you want to visit. Precautions

Before departure

1. Physical preparation: Get enough sleep and rest before entering Tibetan areas. Those who have the conditions can drink Rhodiola rosea and other beverages appropriately.

2. Psychological preparation: Stay optimistic. Everyone will feel altitude sickness to varying degrees when entering the plateau. Generally speaking, after 1-2 days, the symptoms will gradually reduce or disappear.

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

While traveling

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

2. When you first enter the plateau, rest more, drink more water, eat more fruits, and avoid smoking and alcohol. Avoid running and strenuous exercise.

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

4. 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. You must be led by a groom before riding. You cannot ride alone, let alone run on horseback. You must dismount and walk on dangerous roads and downhill roads to avoid injury.

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The conditions of this route are relatively difficult and the journey is long. It is often difficult to arrive at the dining point on time. At the same time, most of the places it passes are ethnic minority areas, with limited conditions and lack of materials. There are many things that are not to your taste, so please bring your own food to go with it, and also prepare enough dry food, mineral water and other food to prepare for your needs on the way.

Documents

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