Things to do in Gonjo

The moment the sun came out, it was all worth it. The scenic area still has room for further development; compared to other attractions in western Sichuan, it's relatively simple. Driving in is a pleasant experience, and on a sunny day, it's a place worth passing through.

After having a Tibetan meal in Dukezong Ancient Town, I saw some scenic views online and on a whim, my partner and I decided to drive there. It was winter, so the road conditions were quite dangerous. Because it was night, the roads were covered in black ice and snow. We didn't encounter many vehicles along the way, so it felt rather deserted, but thankfully we made it safely. We were also incredibly lucky to witness the sunrise over the sacred mountains—a sight I'd never seen before. I definitely want to see those sacred mountains again someday!

My first hike was supposed to be easy, but it took me four and a half hours to get to the village, a total elevation gain of 1700 meters. At an altitude of over 3000 meters, it gave me courage. The next day, I hiked 26km from the sacred waterfall to the village. Now I'm not afraid to climb any mountain on the plains anymore. The scenery after entering the village was unbeatable. However, with the road now open, I won't have to go through Ninong to get to the village anymore; I don't want to go through that ordeal again.

Tibet! I would like to do it thousands of times! To see the most beautiful scenery of Ranwu Lake, you must go there in early spring in Tibet, around mid-to-late April, when the frozen lake surface has just melted, the azure blue water is exposed above the ice, and the snow-capped mountains are reflected in the water. After seeing it, you can't help but sigh: It's so beautiful!

This is the closest place to view Meili Snow Mountain. The viewing platform has a wide open space, and the 13 peaks of Meili Snow Mountain are right in front of you. You can't help but hold your breath and fully appreciate the beauty of the snow mountain. You won't want to leave for a moment!

Internet-famous Tree The alarm clock hit 6:35 AM, and I crawled out of the tent and showered with ice-cold water. All the sleepiness was gone! Breakfast was at 7:30 AM, and we set off at 8:00 AM sharp! Today's destination was the internet-famous tree! Honestly, without a guide, I wouldn't have known which tree it was. 😂 But the highlight of the day wasn't the destination, but the grassland scenery along the way. This was my first time exploring such a vast expanse of grassland! The mountain was covered in tiny toothbrush flowers, so beautiful! We naturally took tons of beautiful photos. I was even happier to capture the beautiful scenery and my companions than to take any beautiful photos myself! The snow-capped mountains, as usual, were shy, revealing only a portion of their appearance. We rested at a tree for a snack and waited for almost half an hour, but still didn't get to see the entirety of Genyen. Today's hike: 26,017 steps

The scenic area boasts a beautiful environment, stunning natural scenery, a well-defined tour route, comprehensive facilities, and friendly staff, making for a relaxing and enjoyable overall experience. It's definitely worth visiting again.

The journey along the southern route of Genyen was absolutely amazing! Everywhere you looked was a delightful surprise: the magnificent glacial relics of Tiejian Mountain, the lush green grasslands of the Reti River Valley, and the picturesque scene of smoke rising from Tibetan villages mingling with prayer flags. The heart of the route, the "Eye of Genyen," was truly breathtaking—a circular lake like the eye of the earth, surrounded by aquatic plants, its reflection of the Genyen peaks clearly visible from a drone view. The entire route was a tapestry of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and ancient temples, with few tourists and pristine scenery. Every moment of this self-driving adventure felt like stepping into a fairyland, a journey worth revisiting!

Comprehensive comments on Wunongding Observation Deck and Wunongding Village: First of all, Wunongding is Tibetan. This area is foggy, especially in summer. It is indeed very large, but it is not the literal meaning in Chinese. The original meaning is: "The place where Buddha was born". 1. Wunongding Observation Deck 1. Scenery: Not inferior to Feilai Temple Observation Deck. Feilai Temple Observation Deck is closer to the snow mountain, and can only see part of the snow mountain peaks (including the main peak). Wunongding Observation Deck can see the panoramic view of the 13 peaks of Meili, and can also see the Baima Snow Mountain and the 13 White Pagodas. The 13 White Pagodas of Wunongding is a filming location for the movie "Youth". The valley below is the county river valley (a tributary of the Lancang River). 2. Fun: Here you can see the snow mountain, which is not much different, but Feilai Temple has more life atmosphere and is a small town. There are often RVs camping on the platform. 3. Cost-effectiveness: 🌟 Cost: Wunongding does not charge (maybe there is a new hotel construction next to it), but Feilai Temple charges 40 yuan/person. 🌟Scenery: Wunongding > Feilai Temple (about the same) 🌟Accommodation: There are more hotels of different price levels in the Feilai Temple area. There are high-end mountain villas. Wunongding currently has: Jixiashan, room prices are 2000-6888. Runjing, room prices are 800-2000 yuan. Fragment Wuxiang, 800-2000 yuan. It is estimated that the mooring will be opened in 2023. The price is estimated to be about the same as Jixiashan. In addition, the night view of Deqin County is also worth seeing. There is an open county viewing platform near Wunongding. When the weather is clear, you can see the vague snow-capped mountains and the bright starry sky. But don't go too late, and you must go out with many people (at night, especially in the early morning, there may be small animals coming down from the mountain). 2. Wunongding Village Wunongding Village is the best-preserved traditional Tibetan structure village in Deqin County. There are 22 households in total, most of which are still rammed earth structures, and the folk customs are simple, warm and friendly. After going down the mountain, the hotel can organize a free hike to the village to learn about the local customs of the Tibetan village and visit the old Tibetan house. I don't know if other hotels have this project. If there is a "tour guide" with you, it is still very interesting.

Letong Ancient Town is located in Litang County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is a planned Tibetan village with more than 4,000 households, Renkang Ancient House, and Renkang Ancient Street. It covers an area of ​​about 75 hectares and has a history of more than 400 years. It is now a national 4A-level scenic spot. The main attractions include the former residence of the Seventh Dalai Lama, the Tibetan village of 1,000 households, the Kham People Museum, the Millennium White Pagoda, etc., as well as non-legacy cultural heritages such as Nire, Zhuocha calligraphy, Zhuosang cloth embroidery, Gemu stone carving, Nangso Jiapei Tibetan medicine, Tibetan opera, Tangla Zeweng Gama Gazi Thangka, etc.