[2025 Barkam Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhuokeji Tribe Village Cultural Scenic Area (Updated Jul)

Daily Itinerary ● Day 1: Chengdu - Wenchuan - Li County - Barkam ○ Morning: Depart from Chengdu and drive along the Duwen Expressway, passing through Wenchuan. Make a brief stop to visit the Wenchuan Earthquake Ruins, reflecting on the power of nature and human resilience. Continue to Li County and enjoy the scenic Qiang village landscapes along the way. ○ Afternoon: Proceed to Barkam and visit the Zhuokeji Chieftain’s Fortress, an ancient official residence showcasing the distinctive Gyarong Tibetan architectural style. ○ Evening: Savor local Tibetan delicacies in Barkam, such as hand-grabbed mutton and butter tea. ● Day 2: Barkam - Guanyinqiao Town - Wengda - Sertar ○ Morning: Depart from Barkam and head to Guanyinqiao Town to visit the Guanyin Temple, one of the renowned monasteries of the Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Then continue to Wengda Town. ○ Afternoon: Travel from Wengda to Sertar, admiring the grasslands and mountain scenery along the way. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and rest briefly. ○ Evening: Visit the Sertar Buddhist Institute to witness the breathtaking night view, where countless red monastic dwellings glow under the lights. ● Day 3: Sertar Day Tour ○ Morning: Explore the Sertar Buddhist Institute, visiting prayer halls, stupas, and other structures while listening to the monks’ chanting, immersing yourself in the profound religious atmosphere. Choose to tour on foot or by electric cart. ○ Afternoon: Visit the Sky Burial Site to observe the sky burial ceremony (check the schedule and regulations in advance). This unique funeral custom offers deep reflections on life and nature. ○ Evening: Return to the Buddhist Institute to enjoy the night scenery and photograph the starry sky. ● Day 4: Sertar - Luhuo - Dawu - Bamei - Tagong Grassland - Xinduqiao ○ Morning: Depart from Sertar and head to Luhuo, enjoying its pastoral landscapes. Then proceed to Dawu to visit the distinctive Tibetan-style Dawu dwellings. ○ Afternoon: Travel from Dawu to Bamei to marvel at the unique Bamei Stone Forest. Continue to Tagong Grassland, where you can admire the vast grasslands and the distant Yala Snow Mountain. ○ Evening: Arrive in Xinduqiao, known as the "World of Light and Shadow," and capture the stunning sunset views. ● Day 5: Xinduqiao - Kangding - Luding - Chengdu ○ Morning: Depart from Xinduqiao and head to Kangding to visit attractions like Paoma Mountain and Mugecuo Scenic Area. ○ Afternoon: Travel from Kangding to Luding, where you’ll visit the Luding Bridge and learn about the heroic feat of the Red Army’s crossing. Then return to Chengdu, concluding the trip. Western Sichuan · Sichuan

🏃🏃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

Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor Cultural Tourism Scenic Area|||Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor Cultural Tourism Scenic Area is located on the beautiful northwest plateau of Sichuan, at the intersection of National Highway 317 and Provincial Highway 210, in Maerkang City, and is an important node on the Tibetan-Qiang-Yi Cultural Corridor. The tourist area has famous tourist attractions such as Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor, the Red Army Long March Memorial Hall, Xisuo Folk House, and Jiarong Chongkang Street, which contain Tusi culture, Buddhist culture, architectural culture, folk culture, and red culture, with distinct ethnic characteristics. Among them, Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor integrates the exquisite architectural art of the Tibetan and Han nationalities and is known as "a pearl in the history of Oriental architecture." During the Long March of the Red Army, Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, Zhu De, and others led the Red Army to rest in the manor for a week, carrying out expansion, food preparation, and propaganda work. Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor was built in 1286, destroyed by fire in 1936, and rebuilt on the original site in 1938 by the 16th Tusi Suo Guanying. Zhuokeji is a transliteration of the Tibetan language, meaning the top and supreme. "Tu" is the local aboriginal people, and "Si" is the official position. Tusi was the highest ruler of the region, holding political, economic, and military power. The manor covers a total area of 5,400 square meters, imitating the Han-style quadrangle courtyard. The main house in the north is a fake six-story building, the east and west wing rooms are five stories, and the middle is a patio, with a total of 63 large and small rooms, composed of walls, high towers, screen walls, prisons, and the main building of the manor. Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor integrates the exquisite architectural essence of the Tibetan and Han nationalities and was praised by the famous American writer Salisbury as "a pearl in the history of Oriental architecture." The manor tells visitors about its architectural features and people's life stories during the Tusi period, introduces the history and character stories of Tusi, explains the Tusi system, reproduces the life of Tusi, displays the folk culture of the Jiarong Tibetan people, and reveals the mystery of Tibetan Buddhism. Every corner of the manor retains a piece of history, every exhibition room tells a story, and every exhibition hall presents a picture. Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor is also the story prototype of "Dust Settled" and the location of the TV series.

I thought Western Sichuan was a treasure trove, until I went to Maerkang Compared to popular destinations, I prefer unique niche destinations Western Sichuan is a popular destination in summer and autumn, attracting tourists from all over the world On the vast Western Sichuan Plateau, there is a historical city that is seriously underestimated - Maerkang Many tourists only use it as a transfer station, but they don't know that there are many treasures here As long as you experience it once, you will be shocked by its rich natural and cultural landscapes Every attraction here is breathtaking Grasslands, ancient temples, snow-capped mountains, canyons, dazzling There are also very few tourists, leisurely and wonderful Follow my footsteps on a journey through nature 🗺Route: DAY1: Chengdu—Changlie Temple—Maerkang DAY2: Genda Temple—Songgang Watchtower—Kopan Street—Dazang Temple—Maerkang DAY3: Xisuo Residential Group—Vairocana Holy Cave—Return The attractions are relatively scattered, you can drive by yourself or take a chartered car Recommended features 1. Dazang Temple Located in the deep mountains north of Maerkang, it was built in 1414. The temple is magnificent, with continuous halls and monks' houses covering three hillsides, mostly stone and wood flat-roofed buildings, with architectural features of the Ming and Qing dynasties It is now a national key cultural relics protection unit, and the temple still preserves the ivory seals, woven cotton fabrics, jade-granted celestial garments, five-Buddha crowns, imperial edicts and imperial decrees presented by Emperor Qianlong The location is excellent, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, herds of cattle and sheep, and large alpine meadows, with abundant wildflowers on the meadows, which are breathtakingly beautiful. Many locals and lamas set up tents on the meadows beside the temple to drink tea and chat Tickets: None 2. Changlie Temple Located on Changlie Mountain in the suburbs, it is magnificent, solemn and sacred. It has a history of more than 800 years. There are many halls here, which are magnificent and have many highlights. There is also a huge Buddha statue under construction in the temple, which is extremely shocking. When you walk in front of it, you feel like you have megalophobia~ There is a wide alpine meadow beside the temple, where you can camp and enjoy the view of the city You can drive directly into the temple without hiking, there are many mountain roads, suitable for old drivers The vegetarian food in the temple is said to be very good Tickets: None . 3. Songgang Direct Wave Ancient Watchtower Built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty, it consists of two stone and wood watchtowers, one of which is an octagonal watchtower 43 meters high, which has tilted 2.3 meters in the past 100 years, known as the Chinese version of the Leaning Tower of Pisa Tickets: None 4. Kopan Street The official village built by Songgang Tusi in imitation of the Potala Palace, located on a dangerous mountain ridge, including the official village ruins, official residence watchtower, dozens of Jia Rong residential houses, etc. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast mountains while strolling among them Tickets: None 5. Genda Temple Located on the hillside of the city, it is built on the mountain, layer upon layer. The most eye-catching thing is the rows of magnificent golden pagodas and the huge golden Buddha statue in front of the temple gate, especially suitable for visiting in the morning, when the golden pagodas and Buddha statue shine brightly in the sunlight Tickets: None 6. Xisuo Residential Area Very close to the city, the entire Tibetan village is built along the river, with houses lined up and staggered. The houses in the village are all three-story stone buildings, built with stone slabs, with carvings on the door and window frames, which are very local Tickets: None 7. Vairocana Holy Cave A cliff cave temple where Tsangyang Gyatso practiced, the terrain is extremely dangerous, with holy springs, prayer flags and other landscapes. It takes 2-3 hours to walk back and forth, and you can also drive there, but only for old drivers Tickets: None 8. Zhuokeji Tibetan Village A national key cultural relics protection unit, the Tusi official village with a history of hundreds of years, is magnificent and imposing. It is also a place where the Red Army lived during the Long March. Unfortunately, it needs to be repaired due to the deformation of the building structure, and currently only the exterior can be viewed 🍲Accommodation There are many hotels in Maerkang city, with different prices 🍲Food Guide: Qiu Er Restaurant: A Sichuan restaurant with large portions and good value for money, highly recommended fresh stir-fried mushrooms every day Tubolinca Ecological Tibetan Restaurant: A relatively authentic Tibetan restaurant, with good hand-grabbed beef and stir-fried beef

🌄Maerkang, which means 'a place with a thriving flame' in Tibetan, is located in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan. It is a city filled with historical charm and natural scenery.🏞️ 🌟About History: Maerkang is a confluence of Tibetan and Qiang cultures. The Tibetan and Qiang people here have created a rich and colorful ethnic culture. Walking through the streets and alleys of Maerkang, one can feel the profound cultural atmosphere. 🏞️About Attractions: 1️⃣ Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor Cultural Tourism Area: This is a highlight of Maerkang, with the official manor built against the mountains, majestic in appearance. It is not only a representative of Tusi culture but also a treasure of Tibetan and Qiang architectural art. Many people, like Shandao, yearn to explore the manor after reading Alai's 'Dust Settles'. 2️⃣ Dazang Temple: This temple is located deep in the mountains of Maerkang, with a tranquil environment, a holy place for practitioners. The Buddha statues and murals inside the temple are filled with a strong religious atmosphere, inspiring awe in visitors. 3️⃣ Songgang Watchtower: The watchtowers are a crystallization of the wisdom of the Tibetan people, towering into the clouds, incredibly sturdy. Standing under the watchtower, one can feel the tenacity and indomitable spirit of the nation. 💡Travel Tips: Maerkang is suitable for travel in all seasons, but Shandao believes the best seasons are spring and autumn. The climate is pleasant, and the scenery is delightful, making it the best time to experience the charm of Maerkang. 🌈Two-day tour in Maerkang, encounter the charm of Tibetan and Qiang cultures🌊 👣 Maerkang is not a large place, but because Shandao has lingered here on the G317 Sichuan-Tibet Northern Route, he feels that the Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor is worth wandering slowly. Walking, stopping, and looking around, a day passes quickly. Therefore, Shandao suggests staying in Maerkang for two days. 👣 🌄 Day One: Explore Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor, taste the Tibetan and Qiang culture 👣 In the morning, the first stop is, of course, the Zhuokeji Tusi Official Manor! Walking on the stone-paved roads, feeling the weight of history, as if one could hear the glorious stories of the Tusi from days past. Unfortunately, Shandao did not go inside, as they were filming during the two days he stayed, and it was closed off. 👣 After lunch, we went to a nearby Tibetan family experience area to try our hands at making traditional Tibetan handicrafts, feeling the simplicity and sincerity. 👣 In the evening, we strolled through the streets and alleys of Zhuokeji, watching the water flow by, tasting authentic Tibetan and Qiang cuisine, and letting our taste buds also immerse in the rich cultural atmosphere. 👣 🏞️ Day Two: Hike to Songgang Zhibo Watchtower, embrace the beauty of nature 👣 On the second day, facing the fresh air, we headed to the Songgang Zhibo Watchtower. This ancient watchtower stands between the mountains, contrasting with the blue sky and white clouds. Hiking up the winding mountain path, one can feel the natural wonders. 👣 If there is time in the afternoon, we will go to Dazang Temple, where we can quietly listen to the chanting of monks, allowing our souls to undergo a profound purification. 🏨Hotel Recommendations Maerkang Dust Settles·Howard Johnson Hotel Maerkang Rongcheng Holiday Hotel Maerkang Qin Residence Hotel Vienna Hotel (Maerkang Branch)

Here I experienced a Tibetan girl addiction located in Xisuo Village, Zhuokeji Town, 7 km away from Sichuan Maerkang County. Guanzhai is the political center under the jurisdiction of the Tusi, and is a symbol of the power and status of the toast. It was built in 1718 during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. It was a four-storey mortuary. It was destroyed by a fire in 1936. From 1938 to 1940, the toast was organized to rebuild the manpower. In July 1935, Chairman Mao and the head of the Central Organs stayed in Guanzhai for a week. In 1988, Zhuo Keji Guanzhai was listed by the State Council as the third batch of national key cultural relics protection units. The exhibition area mainly concentrates on some buildings on the first and fourth floors. It is divided into 12 exhibition halls, such as kitchen, mortuary room, social housing room, silver room, brewing room and clothes decoration room. The whole stockade is like a huge museum. The most interesting experience here is that you can rent the costumes of the local people. I wear the costumes of two Tibetan compatriots. The Tibetan aunt in Figure 1 is very hearty. The costumes are provided by her, a few famous people. When the costumes are worn, they immediately merge with the local architecture, and more than once, they lament the culture and workmanship of the ethnic costumes. (I hope that the Han people can wear Hanfu or cheongsam on the holidays) and local party members. The staff of the ministry danced Tibetan dance together. I was a little shy. I still can't open the face of the enthusiastic Tibetans. Location: Mawong County East Suo Mo River altitude: 2700 meters (calculated in the West Sichuan Grand Circle route is not high, basically no altitude sickness)

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The house completely renovated in the original Xisuo dwellings has the unique characteristics of Jiarong Tibetans and maintains the traditional architectural style of the Jiayin ancestors. The walls around the house are made of slabs of stone and glued with yellow mud. The wall is 1 meter thick and adopts the method of straightening inside and outside. The stone wall is neatly cut like tofu, the edges are sharp, the upper and lower are wide, and the whole wall is in a state of compression, which becomes the main bearing body of the building. In addition, the internal wooden structural beams are supported by each other, and the whole building is large and small, with a center of gravity inward and strong stability. To the highest point, the corners of the tower form a corner, creating an imposing manner. The edge of the stone wall at the highest point is thickened to avoid the flatness of the wall surface and enhance the three-dimensionality. The roof is divided into two, the front part is a flat top, three sides are made into a low wall; the second half forms a sloping mountain type, covering the slate or tile. The stockades are row upon row, and they are scattered and look like a castle with a strong barrier.

Malcolm, the Tibetan language means "the place where the flames are strong". It is located in Aba Prefecture, Sichuan Province. The mountains are continuous and the valleys are steep. The north is adjacent to the Red Plains Prairie and the Wolong Giant Panda Nature Reserve is to the south. Zhuo Keji Jiarong Tibetan cultural tourism scenic area is backed by mountains, facing the river and beautiful scenery. The Zhuokee Tusi Village in the district is a national key cultural relic protection unit. Since Malcolm is located in the heart of the Tibetan ethnic group, the long-term ethnic integration, you can feel the unique Jiarong Tibetan customs brought by Malcolm.