Seda, Garze, Sichuan | A Sanctuary for Purifying the Soul

🌟 Seda is a mysterious and sacred place that attracts countless travelers seeking to purify their souls. It boasts not only magnificent natural scenery but also a profound Tibetan Buddhist culture. 📍 Location: Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province 🚗 Transportation: By Plane: Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu Airport to Ganzi Gesar Airport, then take a bus or taxi to Seda. By Bus: There are direct buses to Seda from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station. By Car: Depart from Chengdu along National Highway 317, about a 10-hour drive. 📸 Must-Visit Attractions 1️⃣ Wuming Buddhist College Viewing Platform ✅ The perfect spot to capture a panoramic view of the red houses! The sunrise 🌅 and sunset 🌇 are incredibly stunning, and when the lights come on, it looks like stars are falling ✨ (but the special line bus only runs during the day, so if you want to see the night view, you can only stay in the county and hope for luck 😢). 2️⃣ Mani Korlo ✅ Located on the top of the mountain in the Buddhist College, it is magnificent and has three floors. Follow the Tibetans to turn the prayer wheels and pray for blessings, and feel the power of faith 🙏. 3️⃣ Tagong Grassland + Mount Yala ✅ Stop by on the way back! Enjoy horseback riding on the grassland 🐎 + the reflection of the snow-capped mountains 🏔, a limited view of western Sichuan. • 📸 Photo Spots 🔸 Larong Highway: The road extends into the distance, with golden street lights on both sides and scattered red houses, making for a very story-like photo. 🔸 Seda Mani Korlo: The magnificent Mani Korlo, with monks chanting and praying around it, and believers following in their footsteps to pray for blessings. 🔸 Long Steps: An important passage connecting Seda Mani Korlo and the Buddhist College, where you can feel the Seda houses up close. 🔸 Buddhist College Viewing Platform: Overlook the entire view of Seda and feel the shock of the panoramic view. ♨️ Seda is not mainly for tourism, but a sacred place of faith. It seems to have some kind of magic that can make people quiet, make people think, and have a dialogue with their own soul. - 🔥 Seda Travel Tips ① Be cautious if you are coming to Seda for the first time, as it is easy to get altitude sickness at an altitude of about 4,000m. ② There is a big temperature difference between day and night, so it is recommended to stay in the county, where the accommodation has air conditioning and electric blankets. ③ Do not stay inside the Buddhist College, you can only eat vegetarian meals, and the accommodation environment is average. ④ Do not take pictures of local people and temple landscapes without permission. ⑤ Local housing prices are very high during holidays, so it is recommended to book half a month in advance. 🍲 Sichuan Food Recommendations: Tibetan Hot Pot: A specialty of Seda, spicy and delicious, with a rich variety of ingredients. Butter Tea: A traditional Tibetan drink, with a unique taste, to keep out the cold and warm the body. Highland Barley Cake: A traditional Tibetan pastry, crispy and delicious.