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Labrang Monastery
大大元脸葡萄Dear friends, this time I will share with you a travel experience with my family to Labrang Temple in Gansu Province. Labrang Temple, one of the six major monasteries of the Tibetan Buddhist Gelu, attracts us with its deep religious culture and spectacular architecture. 🏰 [Impression of Labrang Temple] Labrang Temple, located in Xiahe County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, is one of the important monasteries of China's Tibetan Buddhist Gelu School. The red walls and golden roofs and Jingxuan flutter here constitute a beautiful picture, making people seem to be in a mysterious Tibetan area. 👨👩👧👦 [Family Tour] With our family, we chose a tour route suitable for the whole family. Starting from the gate of the monastery, stroll to the temples to feel the solemnity and mystery of Tibetan Buddhism. 🌅 [Morning Bell and Mudrum] At Labrang Temple, we experienced the ritual of morning bell and dusk, the deep bell and drum sound, people's hearts have been purified and peaceful. 📿 [Religious Art] Labrang Temple has a large collection of precious cultural relics and artworks, including murals, Buddha statues, scriptures and so on. These artworks not only show the deep heritage of Tibetan Buddhism, but also the treasures of Tibetan culture. 🚶♂️ [Transfer wheel] We follow the local believers to turn the prayer wheel together, pray for the family, and feel the piety and faith of the Tibetan people. 📸 [Photo punch card] Every corner of Labrang Temple is a good place to take pictures. We have left many good memories here, especially those magnificent temples and flowing scriptures, are not to be missed. 🍲 [Local cuisine] Around Labrang Temple, we tasted local specialties, such as Tibetan yogurt, wontons, etc., each mouthful is the ultimate temptation for taste buds. 📝 [Raiders suggestion] • Know the opening hours and visit regulations of Labrang Temple in advance, and some areas may not allow taking pictures. • Wear comfortable shoes, because the temple is large in size and needs to be visited on foot. • Respect local religious beliefs and customs, keep quiet when visiting, and don't disturb the monks' practice. • Pay attention to sun protection and warmth, and the temperature in Gannan area changes greatly. • You can participate in the temple law meeting or lecture to learn more about Tibetan Buddhist culture.
Sangke Grassland
游游侠半仙Participate in Lanzhou City, Gansu Province, in the Sanke Grassland, Labrang Temple and Darzong Lake for a day chartered tour. Sanke Grassland is located on the west side of Xiahe County, Gannan Province. There are small hills and open wilderness on the grassland. Every summer, green grass is green and wild flowers are everywhere, which is very beautiful. The grassland is only about 11 kilometers from Xiahe County, where Labrang Temple is located.
Ganja secret scenic spot
大大元脸葡萄Dear friends, this time I want to share with you a wonderful journey with my family to visit the secret land of Ganga in Gansu Province. The secret land of Ganga, a natural wonder hidden deep in the plateau, amazes us with its unique geological landscape and pristine natural beauty.
🌄【Impression of the Secret Land of Ganga】
The Secret Land of Ganga, located in Ganga Township, Xiahe County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, is a natural scenic spot integrating grassland, canyon and Danxia landform. The scenery here is primitive and mysterious, as if it is a secret garden of nature.
👨👩👧👦【Family Adventure】
With my family, we embarked on a journey to explore the secret land of Ganga. From hiking on the grassland to exploring in the canyon, every step is full of novelty and surprise.
🌳【Natural Scenery】
The natural scenery of the secret land of Ganga is refreshing. Here we saw vast grasslands, deep canyons and colorful Danxia landforms, and felt the magic of nature.
🌄【Sunrise and Sunset】
In Gangjia Secret Realm, sunrise and sunset are beautiful views that cannot be missed. We chose a suitable viewing point and quietly waited for the sun to rise and fall from the horizon, feeling the flow of time and the tranquility of nature.
📸【Photography and Check-in】
Every corner of Gangjia Secret Realm is a good place to take pictures. We left many wonderful memories here, especially those unique geological landscapes and pristine natural beauty.
🍲【Local Food】
Around Gangjia Secret Realm, we tasted local specialties such as Tibetan tsampa and butter tea, and every bite was an extreme temptation to the taste buds.
📝【Strategy Suggestions】
• Plan your route and itinerary in advance. The terrain of Gangjia Secret Realm is complex and you need to arrange your time reasonably.
• Because it is located on a plateau and the climate is changeable, it is recommended to wear suitable clothing and take sun protection measures.
• Respect local nature and culture, protect the environment, and don’t litter.
• Carry enough water and food, especially in remote areas where there are fewer supply points.
Amigonghong Scenic Area
EE50***89The Amigunghong Ranch Scenic Area is located in the arms of Amigung Hong Shenshan. Under the spotless sky, the quiet and dark mountains and rivers are endless. The original pastures with beautiful water and grass are vast and endless. The horses and sheep sometimes rush to the mountains and fields, and sometimes leisurely eat grass. There are quite a few poems Xian Li Bai "and put white deer between the cliffs" of the hidden poetic.
White Rock Cliffs
晚晚霞风车The Baishiya Cliff in Gangga Secret Realm is located at the end of Gangga Grassland. It is a huge cliff that towers into the clouds and stretches for several kilometers. It is like a barrier to protect Gangga Grassland. It is said that Master Tsongkhapa, Master Padmasambhava, and the 10th Panchen Lama have practiced in the Baishiya Temple in front of the cliff.
Dazong Lake
墨墨旱莲77Since the Gangga Secret Realm was closed, we had to change our itinerary temporarily to get here. It was very interesting starting from the Thirty-Six Bends. Taking photos in the scenic area gave us a sense of the wilderness. It took about two hours and was not very tiring. I still recommend going.
Ganjia Grassland
晚晚霞风车Gangjia Grassland is located in Gangjia Township, Xiahe, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, 33 kilometers north of Xiahe County, and is directly accessible by road. Gangjia Grassland is a meadow grassland, vast and boundless, with an average altitude of more than 3,000 meters. It is one of the main animal husbandry bases in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. There is a reception desk at the Muyun Tent Camp, which prepares fresh milk tea, tsampa, Tibetan buns, hand-pulled mutton and other Tibetan specialties for tourists. It also prepares grassland tourism programs such as horses, yaks, shooting bonfire parties, etc. for tourists. Visitors can fully experience the mysterious and simple Tibetan customs here.
Bajiao City Ruins
听听爵士的流氓兔A large number of cultural relics have been excavated in the Octagon City, such as metal currency, copper cattle, square bricks, simple tiles, and tiles during the Tang and Song Dynasty. In addition, in the flatlands, hills and platforms around the Octagon City, there are no ancient abandoned terraces everywhere, and some terraces have been repaired to the top of the mountain. In the past, the economy here was developed and the denseness of people was dense. Octagon City is located 35 kilometers north of Xiahe County, located on the river platform of Ganga grassland.