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---- Litang Travel Guide 1. Litang Tourist Attractions 1. Changqingchun Kerr Temple (Litang Temple) The oldest and largest Yellow Sect temple of Tibetan Buddhism in Kang region, the temple houses precious cultural relics such as the gilded bronze statue of Sakyamuni, thangka paintings, Buddhist scriptures, etc. The Butter Lamp Festival on the 15th day of the first lunar month of the Tibetan calendar and the Lighting Festival on the 25th day of the tenth lunar month are grand events not to be missed. [Wither]Special experience: Visit temple buildings, experience Tibetan Buddhist culture, and admire murals and Buddha statues. 2. Mount Genyen The third highest peak in Sichuan, with an altitude of 6,204 meters, Ding Zhen’s hometown, Ranrikaba Village, is just at the foot of the mountain. Nearby is the "Eye of Genyen" - a turquoise alpine lake known as the "Eye to Heaven". [Wither]Special experience: hiking around the mountain, viewing snow-capped mountains, and experiencing natural hot springs. 3. Maoya Grassland The vast grassland, with blooming wild flowers and herds of cattle and sheep in summer, is an excellent place to enjoy the grassland scenery. [Wither]Special experiences: grassland camping, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing. 4. Letong Ancient Town and Thousand Tibetan Village One of the largest Tibetan village complexes in the world, it contains more than 4,000 Tibetan-style dwellings and is an excellent place to experience Tibetan culture. [Wither]Special experience: Visit Renkang Ancient House and Tibetan Opera Museum to experience the charm of traditional Tibetan architecture. 2. Litang Specialty Snacks 1. Tsampa The traditional staple food of Tibetans, made from highland barley flour and served with butter tea, has a unique taste. 2. Plateau cod Litang’s specialty food, scaleless wild fish, has tender and refreshing meat, and is a must-try delicacy for tourists. 3. Air-dried yak meat Fresh yak meat is air-dried and has a crispy texture. It tastes especially good when eaten with butter tea. 4. Plateau Milk Pancake It is made by pouring fermented milk residue sour water into milk. It has a mellow taste and is a traditional local snack. 5. Unity buns It is made from flour, cornmeal, beef and other ingredients. It has a delicious taste and is a traditional local food for the New Year and other festivals. 6. Butter tea A traditional Tibetan drink made from a mixture of ghee, tea leaves and salt water, it can protect against the cold on the plateau. 7. Highland Barley Wine It is made from fermented highland barley and has a pure taste. It is a must-have drink for Tibetans when entertaining guests. 8. Hand-pulled Lamb Tear the cooked mutton into small pieces by hand, dip it in special seasoning and eat it, it tastes delicious. 3. Travel expenses 1. Three-day tour [Wither] Average spending per person: about 1,000 to 2,000 yuan. [Wither] Transportation: The long-distance bus ticket from Chengdu to Litang is about 150 yuan, and the charter fee is about 1,500 yuan (it is more cost-effective if shared by multiple people). [Wither]Accommodation: Tibetan inn or hotel, about 200 yuan per night. [Wither] Meals: About 50 yuan per meal, taste local specialties. [Wither]Attractions: Most attractions do not require tickets. 2. Five-day tour [Wither] Average spending per person: about 1,500 yuan. [Wither] Itinerary: Depart from Chengdu, visit Litang Temple, Maoya Grassland, Letong Ancient Town, etc. 3. Six-day tour [Wither] Average spending per person: about 1,600 yuan. [Wither] Itinerary: includes Xinduqiao, Yajiang, Litang, Daocheng Yading and other attractions. 4. Eight-day tour [Wither] Average spending per person: about 2,500 yuan. [Wither] Itinerary: In-depth tour of Litang and surrounding attractions, such as Genyen Sacred Mountain, Genyen Eye, etc. ---- Tips for saving money 1. Transportation: Choose a long-distance bus instead of a chartered car to save on transportation costs. 2. Accommodation: Choose a Tibetan inn, which is more affordable. 3. Dining: Try local food stalls or family restaurants for affordable prices. 4. Attractions: Most natural landscapes do not require tickets and can be arranged reasonably. Precautions 1. Litang is located on a plateau with a high altitude, so you need to prepare altitude sickness medicines in advance. 2. Respect local customs and habits and pay attention to environmental protection. ---- I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Litang and enjoy a double feast of vision and taste!
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Posted: Mar 4, 2025
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