Seda~ Not just a visual impact of colors, but also a spiritual shock.

Seda is a place full of religious atmosphere and natural beauty. Here is a detailed four-day, three-night itinerary for Seda: - Day 1: Chengdu - Honghaizi - Tagong Grassland - Moxi Park - Seda - Depart from Chengdu and head towards Honghaizi along Provincial Highway 434, enjoying the magnificent snow-capped mountains and adorable cattle and sheep. - Upon arrival at Honghaizi, you can take beautiful snow scene photos. - Then head to Tagong Grassland to take free Tibetan costume photos. - After playing at Tagong Grassland, proceed to Moxi Park, which has unique landforms and a sense of mystery. - Depart for Seda in the afternoon, and you might encounter marmots along the way. - Upon arrival in Seda, check into the hotel. - Day 2: Seda - Free activities in Seda - After breakfast, you can visit the Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, where tens of thousands of monk houses densely cover the hillside, making it a spectacular sight. - You can stroll around the Buddhist Academy to feel the religious atmosphere and visit some temples and stupas. - In the evening, you can taste local delicacies in Seda County. - Day 3: Seda - Shuangqiaogou in Siguniang Mountain - After breakfast, depart from Seda and head to Shuangqiaogou in Siguniang Mountain. - Take a sightseeing bus to the highest point, the Redwoods Forest, and enjoy the beautiful lakes and snow-capped mountains. - Visit the popular Budala Peak Road and take some relaxed photos. - At Longzhu Lake, you can appreciate the stunning lakes and snow-capped mountains. - After the tour, return to Chengdu. Here are some hotel and homestay recommendations in Seda: - Seda Orange Hotel: Located at Jialangxiangba Street, Luoruo Avenue, Luoruo Town, opened in 2021. The hotel is close to the Luoruo Town distribution center, with clean and hygienic rooms and a café. - Seda Xidu International Youth Hostel: Located at No. 9 East Section of Jiefang Road, prices start from ¥58. - Seda Ruyi Hotel: Located at No. 37 East Section of Qianjin Road, prices start from ¥118. - Seda Jinyu Hotel: Located diagonally opposite the Agricultural Bank on Tuanjie Street, prices start from ¥109. - Seda Xanyi Hotel: Located at No. 10 South Street, Tuanjie, prices start from ¥98. - Seda Yangjin Hotel: Located at the intersection of Jixiang North Street, Jinma Square, diagonally opposite the Agricultural Bank of China, prices start from ¥158. - Seda Qixing Inn: Located at No. 16 East Section of Jiefang Road, prices start from ¥56. - Seda Xinglong Hotel: Located at No. 48 Nanjie Avenue, prices start from ¥217. Seda cuisine mainly features Tibetan flavors. Here are some food recommendations and restaurant guides: - Tibetan-style Yak Hotpot: Located at No. 8 Yingbin Avenue, Seda County, this restaurant's specialty is Sichuan-flavored yak hotpot, combining Sichuan's characteristic hotpot base. The base uses authentic Sichuan hotpot ingredients, full of Sichuan flavor. The restaurant's decor is Tibetan-style, with yak skulls, prayer flags, and chimney walls. Eating hotpot by the fire at night is very warm. - Niudehen Yak Steak and Hotpot Restaurant: Located in Seda, this restaurant's grilled yak steak is tender and rich in flavor. They also offer yak steak hotpot, Rhodiola medicinal hotpot, and signature ginseng fruit medicinal hotpot. They now offer a yak steak (meat) hotpot set for 6-8 people for only ¥518. - Specialty Tibetan Cuisine: There are some small restaurants in Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy offering specialty Tibetan cuisine such as yak meat, Tuo Tuo meat, accompanied by butter tea and barley cakes, which have a unique flavor. If you want to taste authentic Tibetan cuisine, you can dine at the restaurants within the Buddhist Academy. Here are some recommended restaurants within Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy: - Kasa Hotel - Tibetan Restaurant: Located in Seda County, their specialty dishes include special beef potstickers, Tibetan-style yak hotpot, and pan-fried lamb chops. Some diners have commented that the butter tea at this restaurant is the best they have tasted in Ganzi in over ten days. - Larung Great Dining Hall: Located within Seda Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, their dishes include fried rice. Some diners have commented that the restaurant has a good environment and nice drinks. Additionally, you can try some local snacks such as Tsampa, butter tea, yak yogurt, and vegetarian buns. When exploring restaurants, you can keep the following points in mind: - Learn about local food culture: Before heading to Seda, you can learn about the local food culture and specialty dishes to better choose restaurants and order dishes. - Check restaurant reviews: You can check restaurant reviews and reputations through the internet and social media to choose well-reviewed restaurants. - Pay attention to food hygiene: While enjoying the food, also pay attention to food hygiene to avoid discomfort caused by unclean food. - Respect local customs: When dining, respect local customs and follow the restaurant's rules and etiquette. Precautions: 1. Seda is at a high altitude, so it is recommended to take preventive measures against altitude sickness in advance, such as taking Rhodiola. 2. The temperature in Seda is relatively low, so it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as down jackets and windbreakers. 3. Respect local religious customs and follow the rules of the temples. 4. Protect the environment and do not litter.