[2025 Sertar Attraction] Travel Guide for Five Sciences Buddhist Academy (Updated May)

⚠I went up the mountain in the dark at 4am and took photos of my soul leaving my body Finally found the God’s perspective that made Seda Red House deified! ▫The second floor of the Mandala Prayer Corridor: The Flowing River of Faith When the first ray of sunlight breaks through the clouds Standing on the suspended corridor of the prayer wheel corridor Overlooking thousands of crimson wooden houses stacked like coral reefs The humming of the prayer wheels and the chanting of sutras resonate in my ears. When the wind blows the prayer flags across my palms Suddenly I understood what "Pure Land on Earth" means ▫The cliff of King Kong Cave in the back mountain - the Buddhist kingdom hanging in the sky 40-minute walk through the prayer flag tunnel Holding your breath at the cliff gap at an altitude of 4,200 meters—— The entire Buddhist college is like a giant mandala blooming under your feet At dusk, thousands of lights light up one after another The crimson waves turned into a galaxy and fell into the valley Standing at the edge of the world Listen to the wind and carve the six-word mantra into eternity ✨Private photography tips: ① It is recommended to wait at 6 am on the second floor of the altar. The red house in the morning mist has its own Buddha light filter. ② The cliff of King Kong Cave uses a telephoto lens to compress the space, and the crimson monk robes and the buildings are in the same frame. ③Report drone restricted flight areas in advance and capture the epic Tyndall Light 20 minutes before and after sunset When we in the city are chasing traffic and efficiency The practitioners here are spending their lives circumambulating mountains, rivers and pagodas. Perhaps Seda was never a travel destination It's a pilgrimage to awaken the soul🌅

😫If you feel tired in the hustle and bustle of the city, Lost myself in the hustle and bustle of this world, Then pack your bags and set off. 🧳 🙏Come to Seda in western Sichuan, it is like a piece of pure land in the noisy world. When you step into this land, the melodious and ethereal Buddhist sounds will reach your ears. It's like a call from the depths of your soul, which can instantly calm your inner restlessness. 🎶 😍In Seda, the red houses all over the mountains are the most shocking scenery. They are arranged in an orderly manner on the hillside. Each red cabin is like a sincere heart of faith. Shining with divine light in the sun. ☀️ These red houses are not just simple buildings. They carry the lives and dreams of countless practitioners. Witness the traces of the interweaving of time and faith. ✨ However, the real charm of Seda goes far beyond this. The strong atmosphere of faith here is its soul. 🤗 Whether it is the monks concentrating on chanting scriptures, Or is it a picture of believers worshipping devoutly? You can feel the power of faith. This power is pure and powerful. Everyone who comes here can't help but be moved. 👏

"The Buddhist Kingdom in the Sky, Seda on Earth." It's not the houses that are beautiful, but the faith! You must take your loved one to Seda! As the snowflakes fall, the red ocean is instantly covered in white, red and white intertwined, like a dreamland. The snow falls silently, but adds a touch of holiness to Seda, each snowflake seems to be a blessing, gently kissing this land full of faith. The distant snow-capped mountains are faintly visible in the snow, contrasting with the red houses of Seda, forming a beautiful picture. In the snow, Seda is as quiet as a paradise at the end of the world, and every step seems to be on the road to the pure land of the soul, calling people to come and feel its unparalleled beauty and holiness.

📍Seda, a place lacking oxygen but not faith| Simply because I saw a photo of those red houses, I longed to go there.. Finally! I packed my backpack, set off on a journey, to find the pure land hidden deep within my heart. 📍The full name of the Buddhist Academy is Seda Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy, with an average altitude of 3900 meters. All those living in the red houses are practicing students. Each person has their own house, living a simple life, dressed plainly, without material desires, but with bright eyes and peaceful smiles. 📸Viewing spots Seda Mandala City: Located on the top of the mountain of Seda Buddhist Academy, with three levels, where you can turn the prayer wheels 📸Buddhist Academy Viewing Platform: You can get there by walking along the road to the left of the Mandala City, where you can overlook the panoramic view of Seda Buddhist Academy, a great place for taking photos Buddhist Academy Long Staircase: Walking along the staircase allows you to closely admire the red houses Yao Wang Mountain Grassland: There are many chubby marmots on the mountain, and you can feed them 📍Warm tips On the mountainside and riverside, you can see many colorful Buddha statues and scriptures, do not step on them, and do not take them away! Seda has many religious buildings, such as temples and stupas, which should not be climbed, nor should you walk around them in a counterclockwise direction! Do not touch the heads of local children, as only living Buddhas are allowed to do that Without permission, do not randomly take photos of local Tibetans, monks, and the interior of temples It's very cold on the mountain, so wear a thick coat or down jacket You can bring red accessories, such as scarves, shawls, etc., for taking photos, which results in good pictures ⛳️Travel Route DAY1: Chengdu-Kangding-Red Sea-Zheduo Mountain-Xinduqiao DAY2: Xinduqiao-Mosika Park-Longdeng Grassland-Seda DAY3: Seda-Seda Half-Day Tour-Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform-Danba DAY4: Danba-Four Girls Mountain-Chengdu

My suggestion: You must go and see Seda in winter, with a detailed guide attached|||Winter Seda❄️ A world of only red and white❗️ It looks more mysterious and solemn The red and white all over the mountains are shocking😭 This winter, you must go and feel it❗️ ✅About the travel guide⭕️ and precautions⚠️ of Seda, I have also sorted it out for everyone, don't miss it if you want to go! 【🎫Ticket Reservation Precautions】 🔸Reservations are divided into online and offline. Online reservations need to be made three days in advance in the "Larong Gou Advance Reservation" applet, 30/person 🔸Offline cannot be reserved on the same day, you need to make a reservation one day in advance at the Seda Jinma Grassland Distribution Center, it is recommended to choose online reservation ✅Must-visit spots in Seda 📍Seda Altar City: The golden altar city is located on the highest peak in the Buddhist Academy, and there are prayer wheels 📍Observation Deck: Standing at the railing, you can overlook the entire Seda and the entire Wuming Buddhist Academy 📍Long Staircase: Walk along the stairs to get a close view of the red houses 📍Dongga Temple: One of the three major temples in Seda 📍Sky Z Platform: Very shocking, I hope everyone respects it, do not take pictures ✔️Route 1⃣️ D1: Chengdu-Kangding-Zheduo Mountain-Yuzixi-Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao-Tagong Grassland-Moshi Park-Seda D3: Seda-Yala Snow Mountain-Danba D4: Danba-Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiao Gully-Chengdu ✔️Route 2⃣️ D1: Chengdu-Dagu Glacier-Heishui D2: Heishui-Maerkang-Seda D3: Seda-Seda Buddhist Academy-Guergou D4: Guergou-Bipenggou-Chengdu 📍Along the way, check-in at the best spots ✨Seda ✨Yuzixi ✨Moshi Park ✨Siguniang Mountain ✨Yala Snow Mountain ✨Dagu Glacier ✨Bipenggou ⚠️Precautions ✔️Respect local customs, do not make noise when visiting, do not touch the heads of local children ✔️Without permission, do not take pictures of the interior of the local Tibetan temples ✔️Seda is a place for monks and nuns to study and practice, do not eat in public places ✔️Dress appropriately, respect beliefs 🎒Travel Essentials 🔸Do a good job of keeping warm and sun protection, down jacket. Sun protection is essential 🔸If you are worried about altitude sickness, you must rest well the night before, staying up late will really cause altitude sickness 🔸Don't blow for a long time, it can cause headaches 🔸Don't take a bath or wash your hair on the first day after entering the plateau 🔸Bring your ID and other documents, charger, power bank, headphones

12 Must-See Secret Destinations and 30 Thrilling Ways to Play: Breathtaking Scenery Despite the Altitude Ultimate Scenery 🏔️ Daocheng Yading: Tears of the Blue Planet. I crawled 4,700 meters to see Milk Lake. 🌄 Mount Siguniang's Shuangqiao Valley is a must-see! The snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake and the colorful autumn forests will fill your camera's memory. Wilderness Highway 🚗 China National Highway 318's most explosive section! Driving on cliffs with clouds rolling under the wheels. Includes a self-driving map. 🌌 Xinduqiao: A photographer's secret spot. The twilight and the smoke from Tibetan villages create images worthy of a Windows desktop background. Hidden Gems 💎 Cuopu Gou: More wild than Switzerland. Soak in a highland hot spring while gazing at the snow-capped mountains. It's magical. 🦌 Tagong Grassland: A hidden adventure! Ride horses to chase marmots, and learn to use a sling from local herders. Spiritual Sanctuaries 🕯️ Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: 4am! Red-robed monks walk through the fog, as if I've traveled to another dimension. 🎨 Derge Sutra Printing House: A living fossil! Print a prayer flag by hand. A Tibetan woman says the scriptures travel far with the wind. Daredevil Experiences 🧗 Chang Chuan Bi Trek: A life-or-death challenge! Climb over eight mountain passes in five days, and listen to wolves howl in a tent at the foot of a glacier. 🌠 Guide to Stargazing Tents at Lengga Cuo: It's worth freezing at 4,500 meters to see the reflection of Mount Gongga. Foodie Secrets 🔥 Western Sichuan Yak Hot Pot: An explosion of flavor! Drink it with highland barley wine until you're tipsy. Locals say my face is as red as the plateau. 🍵 Butter Tea and Tsampa: The ultimate comfort food! The grandma smiled and added three more pieces of milk curd to my bowl. Highly Praised Headlines 👉 Western Sichuan Post-Trip Syndrome: Can't breathe when looking at city skyscrapers. 👉 Lessons Learned from Western Sichuan: These 'Instagrammable Spots' almost destroyed my car and me. 👉 Not for Couples! We survived altitude sickness together in Western Sichuan and went straight to get our marriage license. 👉 Brave Western Sichuan with Kids! Digging for caterpillar fungus and making tsampa. The kids say it's 100 times more exciting than math class. 💡 Popularity Code: Ultimate sensation + sense of conflict + regional scarcity + mind-blowing quotes

Sertar on Earth | The ultimate guide for May–August: Read this before you go! If you're longing for a soul-cleansing trip, Sertar is a must-visit destination. From May to August, Sertar has a pleasant climate, with green mountains and plains contrasting with the red Buddhist country, creating a breathtaking view. But if you want to have fun and avoid pitfalls, you'll need this guide! Basic information you should know - Location: Sertar County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is about 600 km from Chengdu, and the journey takes about 10 hrs. The scenery along the way is picturesque, so don't miss the views outside the window. - Altitude: The altitude of the Larung Gar Buddhist Academy is 4,127m, and the altitude of Sertar County is 3,781m. When traveling in high-altitude areas, it is important to take precautions against altitude sickness in advance. - Ticket information: Sertar is a county, not a scenic spot in the traditional sense, so there is no entrance ticket. However, the bus ticket to the Buddhist Academy is equivalent to an entrance ticket, and there are several price points: CNY 30/48/168. The CNY 168 ticket may include some special experiences or services. Please consult locally for details. Keep the ticket-purchasing guide in mind Tickets can only be purchased offline at the Jinma Distribution Center in Sertar County. There are two departure points to choose from: one is from the Jinma Distribution Center in Sertar County, which costs CNY 48/person; the other is from the Luoruo Town Distribution Center, where the Buddhist Academy is located, which costs CNY 30/person. The two places are more than 20 km apart, so be careful not to buy the wrong ticket. In addition, the departure times are fixed, so be sure to plan your time in advance before traveling to avoid delaying your trip. Endless unique attractions - Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: One of the largest Tibetan Buddhist academies in the world, with red monks' houses all over the mountains, surrounding several magnificent golden halls like stars surrounding the moon. The scene is extremely shocking. Here, you can listen to the chanting of the lamas and nuns and feel the power of faith. It is recommended to go to the viewing platform at sunset to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Buddhist Academy shrouded in the golden sunset. - Sky Burial Platform: This is a display site of the traditional Tibetan funeral method. Although the process is a bit shocking, it can give people a deeper understanding and awe of life. Sky burials are generally held in the afternoon. Please remain quiet and respectful when watching, and do not make loud noises or take pictures. - Dongga Temple: Known as one of the "Three Great Temples of Sertar", it is the first of the 13 Buddhist temples in Sertar in ancient and modern times. The temple enshrines a statue of Sakyamuni, and the three walls are painted with ancient religious murals. The red pillars are carved with dragons and flowers, which are of extremely high artistic value. - Jinma Grassland: Wildflowers bloom in summer, and cattle and sheep gather in groups, making it a good place for hiking and photography. Stroll through it, feel the vastness and freedom of the grassland, and experience special activities such as horseback riding. Taste all kinds of special delicacies - Tsampa: Fry highland barley, grind it into flour, mix it with tea, add a little ghee and milk residue, mix it by hand and knead it into a ball to eat. It has a unique fragrance and is the traditional staple food of Tibetans. - Butter tea: Made from ghee and strong tea. Put an appropriate amount of ghee into a special bucket, add salt, pour in strong tea juice, and stir with a wooden handle until milky. This is an essential drink for Tibetans every day, which can replenish energy and keep you warm. - Yak yogurt: The surface layer has a creamy yellow hard fat milk skin, and the yogurt underneath is soft, thick, white as snow, and has a sweet, sour, and cool taste. It is an ideal health drink. - Yak Meat Covered with Quilt: The yak meat is at the bottom and covered with a layer of cake, which has an interesting shape. The yak meat is firm and tastes unique when paired with the pancake. - Hand-grabbed Tuotuo Meat: Cut the meat into large pieces and cook it. After it is cooked, cut it with a knife and eat it. It is original and full of local characteristics. Helpful notes - Altitude sickness prevention: Sertar is about 4,000m above sea level, so altitude sickness is likely to occur. Take Rhodiola Rosea continuously for a week before departure. Avoid strenuous exercise and bathing on the day you arrive in Sertar. You can prepare glucose and oxygen cylinders to deal with altitude sickness. - Bring your documents: Be sure to bring your ID card. Those without an ID card, compatriots from Hong Kong and Macao, and foreign friends cannot enter. Foreign friends also need to apply for a letter of introduction in advance. - Visiting time: You usually only have 1 hr to visit the Buddhist Academy. If you miss the bus, you can take the bus in the temple or walk down the mountain. - Night view: If you want to see the night view, you can take the bus out after sunset, no later than 9pm. The temperature difference between day and night is large, so remember to keep warm and bring a thick coat. - Cultural respect: Sertar is a place for monks and nuns to practice, so respect the local culture. Do not make loud noises in the Buddhist Academy, and turn the prayer wheel clockwise; do not take photos of monks and locals without permission; avoid eating meat, scallions, ginger, garlic and other foods that monks abstain from in public places.

🏃🏃Route Arrangement Day 1: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport → Mushan Yingxue Private Hot Spring Resort (Chengdu Tianfu International Airport Branch) Day 2: Zhuokeji Tusi Chieftain's Palace Cultural Tourism Scenic Area → Xisuo Tibetan Village → Changlie Temple → Howard Johnson Hotel, Barkam Day 3: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda Day 4: Shenxianbao Scenic Area → Desheng Pear Garden Scenic Area → Ge'er Township Viewing Platform Day 5: Jiaju Tibetan Village → PeeKaboo Cliff Private Hot Spring Hotel Day 6: Zhonglu Tibetan Village → Danba Octagonal Blockhouse Homestay (Zhonglu Tibetan Village Branch) Day 7: Zhonglu Tibetan Village → Wake Up Dream Hotel (Shuangqiaogou Scenic Area, Boda Peak Snow Mountain Highway Check-in) Day 8: Shuangqiaogou → Maobiliang 🌄Recommended Check-in Spots: Shuangqiaogou: Jiaju Tibetan Village: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda: Maobiliang: Zhuokeji Tusi Chieftain's Palace Cultural Tourism Scenic Area 📌Other tips: 1. Depart for Seda at 8am. After entering Seda, take travel photos + enjoy the night view Stay at Larong Hotel that night 2. Depart for Jinchuan at 10am

Western Sichuan Seda Travel Guide Recommended Attractions: 1. Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy - The world's largest Tibetan Buddhist academy, with spectacular views of red houses 2. Mandala Night View - Breathtaking scene of thousands of lights illuminating the valley 3. Yuzi West - One of the best viewing platforms to appreciate Mount Gongga 4. Muya Monastery - Famous temple in Kham region with exquisite architecture 5. Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Close-up views of magnificent snow-capped mountains Recommended Food: 1. Yak Hot Pot - Local specialty with delicious meat 2. Butter Tea - Traditional Tibetan beverage 3. Tsampa - Staple food of Tibetan people, experience local food culture 4. Highland Barley Wine - Special alcoholic drink Suggested Itinerary: 5-Day Classic Loop: D1 Chengdu-Kangding-Yuzi West-Tagong D2 Tagong-Muya Monastery-Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform-Dawu-Seda D3 Seda Buddhist Academy-Jinchuan Lovers' Lake-Maerkang D4 Maerkang-Changli Monastery-Siguniang Mountain Town D5 Siguniang Mountain Shuangqiao Valley-Chengdu Important Notes: 1. Advance reservation required to enter the Buddhist Academy 2. Recommended to see the night view on the first day and visit the Buddhist Academy in the morning of the second day 3. High altitude area, take precautions against altitude sickness 4. Respect local religious customs 5. Best season: May-October Transportation: Recommended to hire a car or self-drive, approximately 12 hours from Chengdu Special Note: Seda is currently only open to visitors from the Chinese mainland, foreign tourists are temporarily not allowed to enter

📍Best time to visit: April-October, mild climate, stunning scenery. 🚗Transportation: About 10 hours' drive from Chengdu, with breathtaking views along National Highway 318. 🔥Must-see attractions: 1️⃣ Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: The world's largest Tibetan Buddhist academy, with tens of thousands of red houses covering the valley, an incredibly stunning sight! When the lights come on in the evening, it looks like a galaxy falling to earth. 2️⃣ Mandala: The highest point of the Buddhist academy, a sacred place for prayer and circumambulation, with a glorious golden roof and stunning night views. 3️⃣ Sky Burial Platform (visit with caution): Witness the cycle of life and death, experience Tibetan funeral culture, and maintain reverence. 4️⃣ Donggar Monastery: The first of the three major monasteries in Seda, resplendent and magnificent, a treasure of Tibetan Buddhist art. 5️⃣ Seda Grassland: Under the blue sky and white clouds, yaks roam in herds, as if stepping into a painting. 🍜Food recommendations: Tibetan noodles, butter tea, tsampa, black yak meat, experience authentic Tibetan cuisine. ⚠️Important notes: - Altitude 4000m+, be aware of altitude sickness and avoid strenuous exercise. - Respect religious customs, no photos or loud noises in temples. - Currently, reservations and sightseeing buses are required to enter the Buddhist academy, and visiting time is limited, so plan ahead. ✨Seda is not just a trip, but a spiritual baptism! Save it and get ready to go!📸✨

**📍 Larung Gar Buddhist Academy** The world's largest Tibetan Buddhist academy! Thousands of red houses blanket the valley, with chanting and juniper smoke enveloping the mountains 🙏 **📍 Mandala Circumambulation** The eternal cycle of the golden temple! Follow the devotees for 108 rounds, and enjoy breathtaking sunset views of the red house ocean from the top floor 🌅 **📍 Sky Burial Platform** An open-air classroom of life and death education (starts at 13:00)! Vultures circle in the sky during this most profound ceremony of life 🦅 **📍 Dongga Monastery** A famous Nyingma sect monastery in Tibet! Thousand-year-old murals and golden stupas, turn the prayer wheels for powerful blessings 📿 **📍 Luoruo Town Grassland** A pure land at the foot of the Buddhist academy! Summer wildflowers carpet the ground, and adorable marmots playfully wrestle 🐾 **⚠️ Pilgrimage Guidelines** ▪️Respect customs by not photographing sky burial ceremonies ▪️No meat, alcohol, or smoking inside the Buddhist academy ▪️Acclimatize in advance for altitude sickness

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province is a world-famous tourist resort city, attracting tourists from all over the world. Today I recommend a famous attraction: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Seda. Larung Gar Buddhist Academy (also known as Seda Buddhist College) is a Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism in Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China. It was founded by His Holiness Jigme Phuntsok in 1980. Located in Luoruo Town, Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, it is about 4,000 meters above sea level. It is located on a plateau and has a cold climate. The academy is famous for its densely packed red wooden houses, which are the residences of monks and students and look spectacular from a distance. The main buildings include the Great Sutra Hall, Mandala, Buddha Hall, etc., which are places for students to practice and study. Very suitable for taking photos, checking in, leisure vacation and entertainment activities! Address: Larung Valley, Luoruo Town, Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province Opening hours: All day

🌟 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.

🌈Seda, a hidden Buddhist sanctuary, is known as the "World's Largest Buddhist Academy." ❇️Here, tens of thousands of maroon-colored wooden houses are scattered in a well-organized manner, forming a spectacular red sea. 🌇Strolling through it, you can feel the strong religious atmosphere and the power of faith. In addition, Seda also boasts beautiful natural scenery, such as the Five Color Sea and Milk Sea, which makes people feel relaxed and happy. ✨Here, you can participate in morning or evening classes, listen to the Dharma, and feel the baptism of the soul. 📸If you want to experience a different way of traveling, why not go to Seda to find out. 💯💫

📅Travel Date: Early March 2025 📍Destination: Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province 🌨️Weather: Sunny after snowfall, a world covered in white 📸Recording Tools: Camera, mobile phone ------ I've always longed for Seda, and finally, in this early spring, I set foot on this mystical land. Seda after the snow was so beautiful that it captivated my heart and soul. 🚗Trip Review: Departing from Chengdu, after a long journey, I finally arrived in Seda. The scenery along the way was already intoxicating, but what truly amazed me was Seda after the snowfall. The whole world became pure and tranquil, as if time stood still. 🏨Accommodation Experience: I chose a unique guesthouse in Seda County. Although the conditions were limited, the snowy scenery outside the window made up for everything. Waking up in the morning, I opened the window to a vast expanse of white. At that moment, all my fatigue vanished. 🏞️Attractions Visited: • Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: After the snow, the red and white cabins of the Buddhist Academy were covered in snow, appearing even more solemn and sacred. Walking along the path, with the chanting of lamas in my ears, I felt an unprecedented peace of mind. • Golden Horse Prairie: Although the winter grassland lacks the lush greenery of summer, the snow-covered prairie has a unique charm. The distant snow-capped mountains and the nearby grassland complement each other, forming a magnificent picture. • Seda Night View: In the evening, I climbed a nearby hill overlooking the entire Seda County. In the dimly lit areas were the people who persevere here for their faith. At that moment, I deeply felt the power of faith. 🍽️Food Experience: In Seda, I tasted authentic Tibetan cuisine. Tsampa, butter tea, yogurt... every dish was filled with the charm of Tibetan culture. Especially the bowl of hot butter tea, not only dispelled the cold but also made me feel the warmth and hospitality of the Tibetan people. 💭Travel Reflections: Seda after the snow is not only a visual feast but also a spiritual journey. Here, I found inner peace and strength. The beauty of Seda lies not only in its scenery but also in the faith and culture it carries. This trip will be an unforgettable memory in my life. ------ If you also yearn for Seda, why not come here for a visit after a snowfall? I believe you will be moved by its beauty!

Seda, located in Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, is famous for its spectacular Five Sciences Buddhist College (Seda Buddhist College). It is a holy place for Tibetan Buddhist practice and is also the "Red Buddhist Kingdom" in the hearts of many travelers. 1️⃣ Wuming Buddhist College (Larung Gar Buddhist College) Thousands of crimson wooden houses are built on the mountain, forming a stunning visual spectacle, a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Recommended Activities - Take panoramic photos in the early morning or at dusk (the viewing platform is located on the west side of the mandala). - Attend an open class (respect religious etiquette and keep quiet). - Circumambulate the mandala and pray (circumambulate clockwise and recite scriptures silently). - Note: Drone flying is prohibited within the Buddhist Academy. Some areas may restrict visitors from entering and regulations must be followed. 2️⃣Seda Sky Burial Platform One of the few sky burial platforms open to tourists in Tibet, you can experience the Tibetan view of life and death up close (those with weak psychological endurance should be cautious). ⏰: Sky burial ceremonies are usually held between 1-3 pm (depending on local conditions). 🈲: No taking photos, making noise, 🚬, please keep solemn. 3️⃣ Dongga Temple A famous temple of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, it has a magnificent golden roof, a large collection of thangkas and classics, and overlooks the Seda grassland. 4️⃣Jinma Grassland In summer, the grassland is full of wild flowers. You can ride horses, camp, and experience the life of herdsmen. 5️⃣ Dengdeng Qudeng Pagoda (Demon Subduing Pagoda) One of the tallest pagodas in Tibet, with Buddha statues enshrined in the pagoda, and circumambulating the pagoda to pray is a local tradition. 🚗: Start from Chengdu, via Wenchuan-Maerkang-Wengda-Seda, the whole journey is about 580 kilometers and takes 12 hours (the road conditions are complicated, SUV is recommended). 🚌: There are daily buses from Chengdu Chadianzi Station directly to Seda County (about 14 hours), or you can go to Kangding/Maerkang first and then transfer. ⭐️Internal transportation It is about 20 kilometers from Seda County to Wuming Buddhist College. You can take a taxi or carpool You need to walk or take a bus (3 yuan/person) to the Buddhist College. The bus only goes halfway up the mountain, and the rest of the way is on foot. 😵‍💫Prevention of altitude sickness Sedar is about 3800-4000 meters above sea level, which can easily cause altitude sickness. Recommendations: 1. Take Rhodiola rosea 1-2 weeks in advance and avoid strenuous exercise after arrival. 2. Prepare oxygen cylinders, glucose, and ibuprofen (to relieve headaches). 3. Keep warm and avoid catching a cold (colds in high altitude areas can easily cause pulmonary edema). ⚠️Notes 1. Respect religious culture - No meat, tobacco, or alcohol is allowed in the Buddhist Academy. Do not take photos of monks at will. Women are not allowed to wear short skirts. - Prayer wheels and turrets must be turned in a clockwise direction. 2. Environmental awareness - Take the garbage with you and do not damage the natural environment. 3. Safety Tips - There may be vultures circling around the sky burial platform, so do not approach wild animals. - The temperature is low at night, so prepare down jackets, hats and scarves. 🌞Best time to travel May-October: mild climate, lush green grasslands, suitable for photography. November-April: The snowy scenery is stunning in winter, but some roads may be closed, so travel with caution. 📝Tips Documents: Bring your mainland China ID card, as you may need to register to enter the Buddhist Academy. Cash: There is no signal in some areas of the Buddhist College, so please prepare enough cash. Itinerary planning: It is recommended to arrange a 2-3-day itinerary for Seda, and reserve at least 1 full day for the Buddhist Academy. Seda is a holy place to cleanse the soul, maintain awe, and feel the power of faith and the magnificence of nature. It is recommended to pay attention to local policies (such as temporary closure notices) before departure.

✨"The collision of red and white, the whisper of faith and snowflakes" When the thousands of red houses in Seda are covered with silver, this place becomes a fairy tale lost in the world. The crimson monk's house is looming in the snow, the Buddhist sounds of the prayer wheels are intertwined with the rustling of falling snow, and even breathing becomes sacred. ——Your camera should not miss this Buddhist country kissed by snow. 🎫Guide: 1⃣: Buy the bus ticket to Seda Buddhist College the next day at Seda Jinma Distribution Center. The departure points are Jinma Distribution Center/Luoruo Town Distribution (48/38). The earliest bus is cancelled in winter. Generally, the earliest departure is 1 o'clock. 2⃣ Find 🐂, 🏍️ or 🚗 at the entrance of Luoruo Town Buddhist College and bring it to the location near the sky burial platform. Walk to the mandala. 3⃣ Walk to the back mountain (the climb is large and it is easy to lack of oxygen) 🏨Guide: *Seda Larung Hotel (located in Seda Buddhist College, suitable for people who experience and shoot night time-lapse for many days) *Seda Town 🏨, suitable for people who are anxious to rest after buying tickets for a long-distance bus. It is close to Seda People's Hospital and can better take care of their physical condition. 🚗Travel method: 1: Bus from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station at 6:40 am to Seda County (about 9 hours) 2: Charter or drive (visit Bipenggou, Maerkang, etc. along the way) 3: ✈️Directly to Gesar Airport (Ganzi County-Seda 4 hours), 🐆 car to go 📷Suggestions: 1: Generally, it is stipulated that the bus will play around the altar for 1 hour after arriving, which is enough to take pictures of the details of the red house (don’t fly here✈️, there is an uncle 👮) 2: Ask for consent to take pictures of lamas and nuns, don’t disturb them 3: Generally choose clothes of the same color or matching color (blue, yellow, etc.) of red, with plush hats, and take pictures instantly in the snow scene —————— What does Seda look like in your mind? Show off your favorite Seda!

...it's just too beautiful!!! When the boundless red comes into view, your heart will be deeply touched. This is Seda, a place full of mystery and the power of faith. Before you pack your bags and embark on this spiritual journey, take a look at this carefully compiled guide to help you have a perfect trip to Seda. Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, the largest Tibetan Buddhist academy in the world Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, a pure land of Buddha, is located in Luoruo Town, Seda County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. Countless crimson-red monk houses densely cover the hillside, creating a magnificent and spectacular scene. Reservation method Make sure to book 48 hours in advance on the "Larunggou Jingou" mini program. There are only two booking slots per day, at 10:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Make sure to book on time to avoid missing out. The origin of the red houses Initially, newly arrived practitioners, in order to solve the accommodation problem, used local materials and built simple wooden sheds on the hillside. To give these dwellings sacred meaning, they painted them all red. Over time, red became the main color of this land, and the red houses became a unique symbol of Seda. Photography tips Corridor shots: The corridors on both sides of the academy are excellent photo spots. Standing in the corridor, you can take photos of yourself with the red houses, and also capture the scattered red monk houses in the distance, creating a photo with a rich sense of layering. Back mountain view: If you want to overlook the entire Seda, you need to challenge yourself with a hike up the back mountain, which has an altitude of 4,300 meters. Although the process is somewhat difficult, when you reach the top of the mountain, the red houses all over the mountain against the blue sky and white clouds look like a beautiful painting unfolding before your eyes. Every shot is a masterpiece. When night falls, the starry river is bright, and the dotted lights in the red houses make it feel like you've entered the dreamy cartoon world of Hayao Miyazaki. It's extremely stunning. Itinerary planning D1: Chengdu - Zhuokeji Tusi Guanzhai - Xisuo Folk Houses - Guanyinqiao Town/Barkam - Morning: Depart from Chengdu and enjoy the magnificent scenery of western Sichuan along the way to Zhuokeji Tusi Guanzhai. This official residence has a unique architectural style, blending the essence of Tibetan and Han architecture. Stepping inside, it's like traveling through time, experiencing the glory and mystery of the former Tusi family, and learning about the history and culture of the Gyalrong Tibetans. - Noon: Enjoy local specialties at a restaurant near Zhuokeji, such as Tibetan butter tea, hand-pulled meat, and buckwheat cakes, to experience the flavors of Tibetan cuisine. - Afternoon: Head to Xisuo Folk Houses, a well-preserved Gyalrong Tibetan village. The simple houses are scattered, and stone roads wind through them. Here you can experience authentic Tibetan life and admire exquisite traditional Tibetan handicrafts, such as Thangka and Tibetan carpets. In the evening, arrive at Guanyinqiao Town or Barkam, check into the hotel, and relax after a day's journey. D2: Guanyinqiao Town/Barkam - Wengda - Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy - Seda County - Morning: After breakfast, depart and pass through Wengda, enjoying the natural scenery of western Sichuan, such as grasslands and mountains, along the way. After arriving in Seda, go to Larung Gar Buddhist Academy and enter according to the appointment time. First, visit the academy, experience the strong religious atmosphere, and listen to the chanting of the lamas. - Noon: Have lunch at the vegetarian restaurant in the academy, experience the light vegetarian food, and feel the simplicity of monastic life. - Afternoon: Continue to explore the academy. You can choose to follow a local guide to learn more about the history, culture, and monastic traditions of the academy, or you can stroll among the red houses, communicate with practitioners, and take photos. In the evening, go to Seda County, and enjoy local delicacies such as yak beef hot pot and Tibetan hot pot to warm up your body and mind. D3: Seda - Donggar Monastery - Chengdu - Morning: Visit Donggar Monastery, an ancient temple with a long history. The temple houses many precious Buddhist relics and Thangkas. Feel the peaceful atmosphere in the temple and admire the exquisite architecture and murals. - Noon: After lunch nearby, embark on the return journey and end this meaningful trip to Seda. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of western Sichuan again on the way and reminisce about the unforgettable experiences of these days. Food recommendations Yak beef hot pot: In Seda, you must try the steaming yak beef hot pot. The fresh yak beef is stewed until tender and flavorful, and the soup is delicious. Served with various vegetables, it can not only replenish energy but also resist the cold of the plateau. Tibetan yogurt: It has a rich and mellow taste, with a slightly sour taste and a hint of milky fragrance. The surface is sprinkled with a layer of white sugar or honey to neutralize the sourness. It is sweet and sour, appetizing, and refreshing. Tsampa: Made from roasted barley flour, it has a crispy texture and a strong aroma of wheat. It can be eaten with butter tea. It is one of the traditional staple foods of the Tibetan people and is full of rich Tibetan flavor. Things to note Altitude sickness: Seda is located in a high-altitude area. Take precautions against altitude sickness in advance, such as taking anti-altitude sickness medicine in advance, avoiding strenuous exercise after arrival, and getting enough rest. If you experience altitude sickness symptoms, you can use oxygen to relieve them. Respect local customs: In Buddhist academies and temples, respect local religious beliefs and customs. Do not take photos at will, do not make loud noises, and abide by local regulations. Keep warm: The temperature in the plateau area is low, and even in summer, the temperature difference between day and night is large. Be sure to bring enough warm clothes, such as down jackets, thick sweaters, and thermal pants.

This place is truly a red castle, absolutely stunning! ✅✅Recommended attractions: 1️⃣ Mandala: The highest point of the Buddhist Academy, overlooking the entire expanse of red houses, a truly breathtaking experience! 2️⃣ Assembly Hall: A magnificent golden building, where you can feel the rich religious atmosphere. 3️⃣ Kora Path: Walk the kora with the locals and experience the power of faith. 4️⃣ Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: Red houses scattered across the mountains, chanting voices, red-robed monks, a truly moving experience. A must-visit!👍 5️⃣ Viewing Platform: Follow the road to the left of the Mandala to reach the platform, which offers a panoramic view of the Serthar Buddhist Academy.👍👍 6️⃣ Sky Burial Platform: Witness the sacred sky burial ritual and experience Tibetan funeral culture. Those with strong hearts are welcome, but please refrain from taking photos. 7️⃣ Long Staircase: Walk along the staircase for a close-up view of the red houses and take some photos. 🈯Accommodation recommendations: ✅Sertar County: Generally better conditions, prices are reasonable, ranging from CNY 100–400, depending on your preference. ✅Within the Buddhist Academy: Larung Hotel, requires booking well in advance, often fully booked, and offers multi-bed rooms with shared toilets.🚾 📝Important tips: 1️⃣ Bring your ID card when visiting Sertar. Those without ID cards, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan compatriots, and foreign friends are not allowed to enter. 2️⃣ Refrain from taking photos during visits to the Buddhist Academy and sky burial rituals. Respect local customs and avoid touching Tibetan children's heads. 3️⃣ If you want to see the night view, take the internal bus after sunset. The last bus is at 9pm. Be prepared for large temperature differences between day and night, and dress warmly in the evening. 4️⃣ No fire, no smoking, and no drones are allowed within the Buddhist Academy.🈲 5️⃣ Sertar is located at an altitude of over 4,000m. Be mindful of altitude sickness and bring oxygen tanks and altitude sickness medication. 📸Photography spot suggestions: 1️⃣ There is a yellow railing on the viewing platform. Stand by the railing and take a photo of the entire Sertar, including yourself. 2️⃣ There are two cement blocks, one tall and one short, below the viewing platform. You can take great photos from there, both俯拍 and sideways shots. 3️⃣ Walk down the cement road to the Mandala, turn around, and take a photo with the magnificent prayer wheels. 4️⃣ The red streets and alleys are also great photo spots. 5️⃣ The best time to capture a panoramic view of the Buddhist Academy is at 8:00 and 16:00.

On the plateau of western Sichuan, there is a mysterious place covered with crimson monk houses. When the sunlight shines down, every inch of land glows with the light of faith. This is Seda F Academy, a city of faith that countless people dream of visiting, a spiritual destination that you must visit in your lifetime. To help you easily embark on this soul-stirring journey, I have meticulously compiled this ultra-detailed guide to help you deeply appreciate the charm of Seda. 📸【Top Photo Spots】 1️⃣ West Viewing Platform of the Mandala: This is the perfect spot to capture panoramic views of the classic red houses and the golden sunrise over the mountains. When the first rays of morning sunlight pierce through the clouds and shine on the densely packed red houses, the scene is so beautiful it leaves you speechless. You will definitely capture photos that will go viral on social media. 2️⃣ Path behind the Sutra Hall: Want to take photos with fewer people and a strong sense of depth? This is your treasure spot. Walking along the winding path, surrounded by silence and countless red houses, every shot is filled with atmosphere. 3️⃣ Night View Spot: Boardwalk on the east side of the Mandala. Every night at 19:30, when the lights gradually turn on, the entire Buddhist academy is illuminated like a starry sky, with twinkling lights resembling a galaxy falling to the earth. It is the best spot for night photography. 🌟Outfit Suggestions: Wear a white or dark blue long dress, paired with an ethnic-style shawl to instantly blend into the sacred atmosphere. Adding a red scarf not only protects against the plateau's cold winds but also serves as a perfect accessory for stunning photos. 🙏【Pilgrimage Experience Checklist】 ▪️ At 7:00 AM, while the world is still asleep, wake up to the sound of chanting at F Academy. Let the chanting penetrate the mist and reach the depths of your soul, starting a soul-stirring spiritual journey. ▪️ Circumambulate the Mandala 108 times: This is a deep dialogue with faith. Remember to walk clockwise, with each circle carrying prayers for life, feeling the power of faith in the repetition. ▪️ Get a string of cinnabar F beads at the Sutra Distribution Center: Each bead contains blessings and prayers. Bring this gift from the F country home, keeping faith close to you. ▪️ Observe the debate: From 14:00 to 16:00, quietly sit at the debate ground and watch the monks engage in intense debates on F Dharma. Experience the profoundness of F Dharma through their intellectual exchanges. ⚠️【Plateau Survival Guide】 ✅ Must-bring items: Oxygen tank (cheaper to buy in the county, can be a lifesaver in critical moments), SPF50+ high SPF sunscreen (the plateau's UV rays are very strong, so sun protection is essential), wool hat (the plateau is very windy, so warmth and wind protection are necessary). ✅ Accommodation Recommendations: ▫️ Inside F Academy: LA Guesthouse, with an excellent location offering stunning views of the red houses from the window, making you feel like you are in a Buddhist painting. However, it is very popular, so remember to book a month in advance! ▫️ Comfortable choice in the county: Seda Washu Grand Hotel, which offers oxygen rooms that are a lifesaver for those affected by altitude sickness, allowing you to rest comfortably. ✅ Food Recommendations: ▫️ Nun's Kitchen Vegetarian Restaurant: Be sure to try the potato buns here. The unique texture and surprising taste will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds. ▫️ Must-try at the county's Tibetan restaurant: Butter tea + yak meat cover. The rich and mellow butter tea paired with tender and juicy yak meat is full of Tibetan flavor, satisfying your taste buds. 🔞【Taboos】 × No photography at the sky burial platform: Sky burial is a sacred and solemn custom of the Tibetan people, usually held from 13:00 to 15:00. Please maintain a sense of reverence and respect local cultural traditions. × Do not point at Buddha statues or touch young lamas' heads: This is a sign of respect for faith, avoiding unnecessary misunderstandings due to unfamiliarity with customs. × Remove hats and shoes inside the main hall: Enter the main hall with a pious heart, do not step over or sit on scriptures, and follow these taboos to better appreciate the solemnity and sanctity of Buddhist culture. 📅【Best Seasons】 June to August: The mountains are covered with blooming green velvet poppies, adding a fresh touch to the red F country, turning the entire Seda into a colorful fairy tale world. October to November: The interweaving of red leaves and white snow creates a stunning visual impact, showcasing a different beauty of Seda. ❄️ Winter temperatures can drop to -20°C, so travel with caution. However, if you are lucky enough to see Seda after snow, the entire F Academy is covered in silver, with the strong contrast of red and white creating a dreamlike beauty, making you feel like you are in a fairyland, an unforgettable visual feast. 🌌 When night falls, thousands of red houses light up one by one in the twilight. At that moment, you will deeply understand that this journey across mountains and rivers, all the fatigue and hardships have turned into inner touch and shock, worth remembering for a lifetime. Pack your bags and head to the city of faith in your heart to meet a better version of yourself!

👍🏻Recommendation reason: Seda, that’s a super unique place! Although there is a lack of oxygen here, it is full of the power of faith. Looking around, the red monks' houses all over the mountains look like a red ocean, spectacular and shocking. Here, you can truly feel the strong religious atmosphere, and your soul seems to be baptized. Whether you are interested in religious culture or simply want to find a beautiful scenery that can touch your heart, Seda is definitely an excellent choice. Come here and you will have an unforgettable travel experience. 🗺Attractions introduction: 📍Seda is located in western Sichuan. The most famous place here is Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Seda. The crimson monks' quarters are densely arranged all over the mountains, forming a unique and spectacular landscape. In this land full of faith, practicing monks can be seen everywhere. Their figures shuttle between the monks' quarters, adding a sense of tranquility and peace to the entire Buddhist college. Donggar Temple is also one of the important attractions in Seda. This ancient temple has a profound historical and cultural heritage. The temple has a unique architectural style and exquisite murals, which is definitely worth seeing. 🚗 Transportation to attractions: 🚗If you drive by yourself, it is very convenient. Just navigate to "Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda, Ganzi, Sichuan" and it will be fine. As you drive along, you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way in western Sichuan. The feeling of freedom and comfort is simply too great. If you don’t plan to drive yourself, you can also get there by public transportation, but you may need to transfer in some cities, which is relatively less flexible than driving yourself. In general, driving is still the best way to travel to Seda. 🗺Travel route: 🎫You need to make an online reservation in advance to enter the Buddhist College. The location is at the Jinma Grassland Distribution Center. The ticket price is 💰48/person. Please note that reservations must be made one day in advance, and you need to bring your ID card because facial recognition is required. If you make a reservation on the same day, you can only book tickets for the next day. But if you want to go in on the same day, there is another way, which is to find local villagers, about 💰100/person, and they will take you up the mountain on a motorcycle. After entering the Buddhist College, there are buses inside. If you enter from the reservation gate, you can choose to take the bus or walk up slowly and enjoy the scenery along the way. If you want to go to the highest viewing point, take the bus to the end, where there is a large area with many rotating drums. After getting off the bus, walk about 1 kilometer to reach the destination. The lighting time at night depends on when it gets dark. Once it gets dark, the lights will come on, which is particularly beautiful. But please note that the last bus is at 9 o'clock. 🍱Food recommendations: In Seda, you can taste many local delicacies. First of all, I would like to recommend Tibetan butter tea, which has a rich flavor. After drinking it, your whole body will feel warm. It is especially suitable for warding off the cold and keeping warm in plateau areas. There are also highland barley cakes, which are crispy and full of wheat aroma. Paired with some local yak jerky, the taste is simply amazing. In addition, you should not miss the yak yogurt, which has a mellow taste. Although it is a bit sour, after adding sugar and stirring it, it becomes sweet and sour and very appetizing. 💰Cost related: As mentioned earlier, the ticket to enter the Buddhist College is 💰48/person, and reservations can be made online at the Jinma Grassland Distribution Center. If you choose to let the local villagers take you up the mountain on a motorcycle, the cost is about 💰100/person. You may also need to pay a certain fee when taking the bus within the Buddhist College. The specific price is subject to actual circumstances. As for accommodation, if you want to stay in the Buddhist Academy to see the night view, such as Larung Gar Hotel, the price will vary depending on the room types, and the Buddhist Academy is about 4,000 meters above sea level, so you need to consider whether you can adapt to it. If you don't want to see the night view and are worried about altitude sickness, it would be more appropriate to stay in Seda County. The prices also vary, so you can choose according to your budget. 📌Other tips: ⚠️Sedar is at a relatively high altitude, so be sure to be prepared for altitude sickness. You can prepare oxygen cylinders in advance, which can come in handy at critical moments. I heard that Coke is also effective in relieving altitude sickness, so you might want to try it. In addition, the temperature difference between day and night is particularly large. It may be hotter when the sun is shining during the day, but it will become very cold at night, so sun protection and warmth keeping measures must be taken. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a warm jacket, etc. when you go. 📷When it comes to taking photos, Seda is simply amazing! When taking photos, you can choose some red accessories to match, such as a bright 🧣 scarf, or a red hat 🧢. If you go in the summer, wearing a red skirt 👗 will be even more perfect. There are many places to check in in Seda, such as Larung Highway, long stairs, Z-shaped stairs, Buddhist Academy Observation Deck, Donggar Temple, etc. It should be noted that drones can only fly in specific areas of the observation deck. The posture when taking photos is also very important. When walking on the road, you can casually look back and take pictures, or look sideways at the distance, blurring the people and highlighting the scenery behind them, and you can take super beautiful photos.

This is a beautiful adventure, like a dream. During the day, the red houses in the valley shine like stars, with light waves flashing between them. In the drizzle, the red houses seem to be shrouded in a veil, looming like a fairyland. At night, the Buddhist Academy is like a huge painting slowly unfolding. The devout practitioners leave a deep impression on the world with their shallow footprints. When I overlook the whole holy land, I feel like a small moth lost in the light and shadow, shocked by the grand scene. But in the silent night, the noise is particularly harsh. The laughter and noisy conversation of tourists seem to be notes from another world, out of place with this quiet night. I seem to feel the eyes of those practitioners, who seem to be silently saying: this is their world, their place of practice. I know that I am just a passer-by and cannot really integrate into this pure land. But I am willing to return to my world with this touch and shock. I know that I will take this experience and story to create more wonderful stories. Because in this magical journey, I have found my direction and strength. Now, whenever I think of this experience, I am still excited. Because I believe that this is a sacred place and an unforgettable place. Whenever I leave my footprints here and let my heart fly under the night sky, I seem to return to the red houses all over the mountains. That is the place of my memory and the home of my soul.

Find Your Soul's Home 💖 Explore the Mysterious Buddhist Academy 🌄 Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Ganzi Text: In this noisy world, there is a place where the soul can be purified, and that is Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Ganzi, Sichuan. 📍 Today, let's take a look at this mysterious and beautiful place! 🌈 The academy is located in a beautiful valley, surrounded by green mountains and rivers, like a natural ink painting. 🏞️ Here, you can feel a sense of tranquility and peace away from the world. 💫 As soon as you enter the academy, you will be attracted by the strong religious atmosphere here. 🔥 The sound of monks chanting reverberates in the air, purifying the soul. Here, you can learn about the profound heritage and cultural inheritance of Tibetan Buddhism. 🕊️ The architectural style of the academy is unique and full of strong religious atmosphere. 🏛️ The golden roof shines in the sunlight, like a golden pagoda. Here, you can feel a sense of sacredness and solemnity. 🌸 The natural scenery around the academy is also very beautiful. 🏞️ In spring, the mountains are full of flowers; in summer, the grass is green; in autumn, the colors are colorful; in winter, the snow is white. Here, you can enjoy the wonderful changes of nature. 🍃 At Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, you can also taste local delicacies. 🥘 Butter tea, tsampa, highland barley wine... Every dish is full of strong ethnic flavor. Here, you can feel a unique food culture. 🌟 In short, Larung Gar Buddhist Academy in Ganzi is a place full of mystery and tranquility. Here, you can find the home of your soul and feel the true meaning of life. If you also want to experience this tranquility and peace, come and have a look!

Heavenly Buddhist Kingdom, Seda on Earth You have to see it to believe it Rows of red houses built along the mountain cover the entire slope 【☘️About Seda】 Seda Larung Gar Five Sciences Buddhist Academy is like a university, but with different subjects and more practitioners. The academy also has supermarkets, shops, hot pot restaurants, milk tea shops, etc. 【🎈How to Enter Seda】 Online reservations are tentatively available from June, and tickets must be purchased on-site one day in advance 🎫 (8:00–10:30) 1️⃣ There are two types of offline reservations: Navigation: Seda Jinma Grassland Distribution Center 👉 Boarding point: Jinma Grassland Distribution Center 💰48 👉 Boarding point: Luoruo Town Distribution Center 💰30 2️⃣ Online reservation: Little 🍊 "Pastoral Home" 3️⃣ Wild route: Led by locals, by motorcycle/on foot 【🌈Tour Route】 ✅ The bus terminal is "Tan City," where you can turn the prayer wheel and pray for blessings ✅ Walk all the way down from Tan City, passing by Larung Hotel, where you can take photos by the roadside ✅ Continue down to see a huge "prayer wheel," driven by a motor and lit up at night ✅ Continue along the road to "Larung Library," which houses many scriptures. You can visit, but remember to keep quiet ✅ Below Larung Library is the Nunnery, surrounded by canteens, supermarkets, and jewelry stores, which you can visit ✅ After visiting, go all the way up, passing by "Tan City," to the viewing platform, where you can overlook the entire Seda Buddhist Academy 【🚗Transportation and Accommodation】 There are buses in the academy, 3 yuan/person You can stay at "Larung Hotel" in the academy, which can only be booked offline; You can also stay in "Seda County" or "Luoruo Town" 【Sky Burial Platform】 🚫 Currently not open to the public, but there are small paths that can be hiked to 【🍝Food Recommendations】 The academy has eggs, but no meat You can try the vegetarian meat in the academy, which looks realistic and tastes similar 【⛰Nearby Attractions】 Dongga Temple: About 10 minutes' drive from Seda, you can drive to the entrance Danqing Yaowang Mountain: There are many marmots on the plank road in summer

Snow has fallen in Seda. This is a magical place worth visiting. The red walls and white tiles look even more sacred in the snow, as if they can cleanse your soul. Here, red clothes symbolize the practice of Buddhism, and red walls separate the mundane world from faith. It is a place that lacks oxygen but never lacks faith. When snowflakes fall, Seda is breathtakingly beautiful. The red color all over the mountains is like a cure for the soul, soothing everything. This is the end of the "pilgrimage journey". Here, you can see red houses, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands, which calm your mind, wash away the hustle and bustle of life, and are worth visiting to experience the unique local culture. [Location] Location: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda (Note: Do not set the location to Seda County, which is more than 20 km away) [Ticket Booking] 1. Online: Mu Ren Jia Yuan Mini Program, CNY 168/person. 2. Offline: 3. Jinma Grassland Tourist Center, CNY 48/person. 4. Luoruo Town Tourist Center, CNY 30/person. (Bring your ID card, and facial recognition is required. If you cannot make a reservation, you can ask a local to take you in for CNY 200. Make sure to do your research in advance.) [Check-in Spots] Larung Road Seda Mandala Long Stairs Buddhist Academy Viewing Platform Dongga Temple [Seda 5-Day Tour Route Recommendation] ·Day 1: Chengdu - Shuangqiao Valley - Danba/Siguniang Mountain. ·Day 2: Danba - Seda. ·Day 3: Seda - Gulong Village - Muya Monastery - Grassland Sunset - Tagong/Xinduqiao. ·Day 4: Tagong/Xinduqiao - Quanhua Beach - Lenggacuo - Shangmuju/Yulongxi Village (Snow Mountain & Afternoon Tea). ·Day 5: Shangmuju/Yulongxi Village - Zimei Pass - Jiagenba - Zheduo Mountain - Chengdu. [Notes] [One] Be sure to bring your ID card (Hong Kong and Macao residents also need to bring it), otherwise you will not be able to enter. [Two] Do not take photos at will, do not touch children's heads (only living Buddhas can do this), and do not take photos of monks or the interior of temples. [Three] Respect local customs. Smoking, using fire, and using drones are prohibited in the Buddhist Academy. [Four] Seda is at a high altitude, so prepare altitude sickness medicine, oxygen tanks, motion sickness medicine, and cold medicine. [Five] The climate is changeable. If you go during the National Day holiday, bring cotton-padded clothes, down jackets, thermal underwear, and long johns, and keep warm, sun-protected, and moisturized.

It’s snowing in Seda! Red walls and white tiles, like a dreamland [Cute] 📍Specific location: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda (don’t go to Seda County, it’s more than 20 kilometers away from the scenic spot) 🎫Ticket Purchasing Tips Online 🔗Shepherd’s Home mini program, 168 yuan/person, done with one click. Offline, you can go to the Jinma Grassland Tourism Distribution Center (48 yuan/person) or the Luoruo Town Distribution Center (30 yuan/person). You must bring your mainland China ID card. 📸Treasure check-in spot Larung Highway 🛣️ winds through magnificent mountains and rivers, and is the starting point of a visual feast; Seda Mandala🪷 A gathering place for faith, turn the sutras and pray for blessings, cleansing the soul; The long staircase 🚶‍♂️ leads to the sacred temple with pious steps at every step; The Buddhist Academy Observation Deck 👀 overlooks the red house like a sea, shocking the soul; Donggar Temple🛕 has an ancient charm and a profound Tibetan culture. Kind tips: You must bring your mainland China ID card, otherwise you won’t be able to enter. Do not take photos casually, and do not take photos of monks and temple interiors Drones are prohibited when visiting Buddhist colleges Seda is at a high altitude, so you should prepare altitude sickness medicine, oxygen cylinders, motion sickness medicine, and cold medicine. It is quite cold in western Sichuan now, so you need to wear down jackets or other warm clothes when you go there. [Cute] The Buddha Kingdom in Heaven, Seda on Earth, Worth a Visit

|A place I've always wanted to visit. Seda Buddhist Institute | A place I've always wanted to visit~ The red houses are the most iconic sight in Seda. They are arranged on the hillside in an orderly manner, like burning flames or a red sea, vast and magnificent. The red houses are not only architectural masterpieces but also symbols of faith. Each house is inhabited by devout practitioners who adhere to their faith day after day, injecting endless spiritual power into this land. The afterglow of the setting sun shines on the red houses, and the golden light blends with the red, creating a sacred and warm atmosphere that is touching. In Seda, time is slow and long. You can sit on the hillside, look at the distant scenery, and let your thoughts drift; you can also communicate with local practitioners, listen to their stories and insights, and gain wisdom and strength. There is no hustle and bustle of the city here, only inner peace and fulfillment. Scenic location: Location: Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda (do not locate Seda County, which is more than 20 kilometers away) Ticket reservation method: Online: Mu Ren Jia Yuan Mini Program, 168/person Offline: Jinma Grassland Tourist Distribution Center, 48/person Luoruo Town Distribution Center, 30/person (Bring your ID card, face recognition is required, if you really can't make a reservation, you can only find a local person and pay 200 to get in, so you need to do your homework) Check-in spots: Larung Road, Seda Tancheng Long Ladder Buddhist Institute Observation Deck, Dongga Temple Seda 4-day tour route recommendation: D1: Chengdu - Kangding - Honghaizi - Sidingcuo - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao D2: Xinduqiao - Ga'ersi - Tagong Grassland - Moxi Park - Seda D3: Seda Buddhist Institute - Yala Snow Mountain Observation Deck - Danba D4: Danba - Siguniang Mountain Shuangqiaogou - Chengdu!! Notes: 1 Bring your ID card, otherwise you can't get in, the same goes for Hong Kong and Macau compatriots 2 Don't take pictures casually, don't touch children's heads (only living Buddhas can), don't take pictures of monks and temples 3 Respect local customs, no drones are allowed in the Buddhist Institute 4 Seda is at a high altitude, so prepare high-altitude sickness medicine, oxygen bottles, motion sickness medicine, and cold medicine 5 The climate is changeable, so be sure to bring cotton clothes, down jackets, thermal underwear, and keep warm, do sun protection, and moisturize the heavenly Buddhist kingdom, Seda on earth, is worth a visit!

#asiatrip Seda, located in the eastern part of Tibet in China’s Sichuan Province, is a unique and serene destination that captivates visitors with its spiritual significance and stunning landscapes. Known primarily for the Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, Seda is one of the most important centers for Tibetan Buddhism, attracting thousands of monks and nuns from around the world. The vast academy, set against a backdrop of rolling hills, houses thousands of bright red wooden buildings, creating a striking contrast with the green mountains and sky. The sheer scale of the Larung Gar Academy is awe-inspiring. The tightly packed houses of monks and nuns, arranged along the hillsides, create a maze-like appearance that adds to the mystique of the place. Visitors can wander through the narrow alleys, observing monks engaged in prayer, study, and meditation, providing a rare insight into Tibetan monastic life. The atmosphere is peaceful, and the sound of chanting prayers echoes through the mountains, enhancing the spiritual aura of the area. Seda is also known for its picturesque surroundings. The vibrant red buildings, combined with the towering snow-capped mountains in the distance, make for a dramatic and memorable sight. The remote location adds to the sense of tranquility, offering a perfect escape from the bustle of everyday life. While Seda is a deeply spiritual place, it is also a haven for those seeking adventure. The area offers scenic hiking trails with panoramic views of the valley below, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers. The town itself remains relatively untouched by modern development, offering an authentic and peaceful experience. Overall, Seda is a remarkable destination for those interested in Tibetan culture, spirituality, and natural beauty. Whether exploring the Buddhist academy or simply soaking in the landscape, Seda offers a profound and unforgettable experience.

📍Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy In the Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in western Sichuan, there is a mysterious and awe-inspiring land called Seda. It is a place full of faith and strength, like a pure land in the world, attracting countless people to explore the home of their hearts🧘‍. —————————————— Seda photo spots📷📷📷 1️⃣ Mandala: Located on the highest peak of the Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, it has three floors and you can see monks turning the prayer wheels. 2️⃣ Viewing platform: You can reach it quickly along the Mandala and overlook the entire Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy. 3️⃣ Long staircase: Walk along the stairs devoutly, and the red houses are right in front of you. 4️⃣ Dongga Temple: Located 6 km outside Seda County, there is no need to go too early as it opens at 9 am. ————————————————— Sky burial🙏 Sky burial usually starts around 1 pm. Don't go too early, 1 pm is more appropriate. You can only see vultures, a group of vultures, and nothing else. You can also go from inside the Buddhist Academy and navigate to Seda Sky Burial Platform. Respect local customs and do not take photos. The scene is very shocking and has a smell, so please bring a mask. ——————————————————— Tips: 1⃣️ Be sure to bring your ID card🆔 before departure. Whether you go to Seda or other scenic spots, you need an ID card to enter the park. 2⃣️ Local tickets can only be reserved for the next day, so you can't see the night view that night. 3️⃣ After entering the Buddhist Academy, follow the advice of the locals and take the bus🚌 for 3 yuan/person. Go directly to the top and do not get off halfway. 4️⃣ Along the way, you will see nuns and lamas worshiping all the way. Do not disturb them, and do not take photos. 5️⃣ The viewing platform is on the left side of the Mandala. Walk along the road behind the mountain for 10 minutes to reach it, and you can see the grassland from a distance. 6️⃣ Seda County and Luoruo Town have various hotels and homestays. The Larong Hotel in the Buddhist Academy can only be booked on-site. ——————————————————— Transportation🚗 1️⃣ Official bus At the Jinma Distribution Center in Seda County, buy a 48 yuan bus ticket, and there are usually tickets available for the same day. You can choose the departure place, Seda County, or Luoruo Town where the Buddhist Academy is located. The two places are more than 20 km apart, so don't buy the wrong one. The return is also to the departure point. 2️⃣ Tour group More than 100 yuan for three attractions (including two free attractions). 3️⃣ Wild motorcycle Not recommended, not safe. The whole journey can only be described as beautiful and spectacular. I really felt what it means to have your body in hell and your eyes in heaven😄