[2025 Luhuo Attraction] Travel Guide for Kasa Lake (Updated Mar)

My dears, take an 11-day tour from Chengdu to Seda to Baqing to explore the beautiful scenery of western Sichuan! Super detailed guide is coming, hurry up and grab it! -------------------- 🛤️Route arrangement: DAY1-DAY2: Depart for Chengdu, pass Wenchuan and Ma'erkang, and arrive at Guanyinqiao Town or Ma'erkang for a rest. DAY3: Go to Seda from Guanyinqiao Town and arrive at Seda County. DAY4: Visit Seda County, pass Kasa Lake, Gesar King City, Xinluhai, and arrive at Derge. DAY5: Depart from Derge, visit Derge Sutra Printing House, go to Tibet Jiefang Village, Qambaling Monastery, and then to Qamdo. DAY6-DAY7: Depart from Chamdo, visit Leiwuqi, Zizhu Mountain, go to Bianba County via Dingqing, and visit Wala Monastery and Three-Colored Lake on the way. DAY8-DAY9: Depart from Bianba County, visit Samucuo and Sapu Sacred Mountain, go to Nagqu City via Burang County, and visit Dodoka Skull Wall and Nagqu Grassland on the way. DAY10: Depart from Nagqu, visit Co'e, Phuntsok, Bamucuo, and finally arrive at Dangxiong, visiting the Holy Elephant Gate on the way. DAY11: Head from Dangxiong to Lhasa, pass Yangbajing, and finally arrive in Lhasa to end the trip. -------------------- Travel list: 👕 **Clothing preparation**: Jackets and thick coats are essential. The weather is still cold in February, so hats, scarves, and gloves are also essential. Sports shoes should be comfortable and non-slip, and you should also bring rain gear in case of possible rainy days. 🎒 **Carry-on Backpack**: The backpack is practical and can be used to carry snacks, water bottles and personal belongings for easy access while walking. 📲 **Electronic devices**: mobile phone, power bank, charging cable, and camera. Don’t forget to bring a selfie stick to capture the beautiful moments! 💳 **Documents and Finances**: Mainland China ID card, student ID card, driver's license, as well as cash and bank cards. You need to prepare all of these when you go out. 💊 **Common medicines**: cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine and Band-Aids, in case of emergency to ensure a safe journey. 🕶️ **Sun protection and skin care**: The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong, so you must bring sunscreen and sunglasses. There are also lip balms and moisturizing creams to keep your skin hydrated. -------------------- The delicious food in Chengdu, the red houses in Seda, and the scenery in Bacheng will surely make you linger on this journey. Look forward to your next trip!

Hi, guys! Want to explore Chengdu, Seda, and Barkham? This 11-day travel guide will help you easily explore the best routes and must-see attractions! Don't miss it! -- Itinerary overview: DAY1-DAY2: Arrive in Chengdu, travel through Wenchuan and Maerkang, and finally arrive in Guanyinqiao Town or Maerkang for a rest. DAY3: Travel from Guanyinqiao Town to Seda, visit the attractions, and then rest in Seda County. DAY4: Depart from Seda, visit Lake Kasa, Gesar Palace, and Xiluhai, and stay overnight in Dege. DAY5: Explore Dege Printing House, visit the village that was the first to be liberated in Tibet and the Qiangbalin Monastery, and stay overnight in Changdu. DAY6-DAY7: Cross the Luqu River, visit the Zizhu Monastery, and then travel to Dingqing. Then, travel through the Walar Monastery and the Three-Color Lake, and arrive in Bianba County. DAY8-DAY9: Depart from Bianba County, visit Lake Samtso and Mount Sapu, and then travel to Naqu City, visit the Dodokha Skull Wall and Naqu Grassland on the way. DAY10-DAY11: Visit Lake Tso-o, Lake Pongtso, Lake Yamdrok, and the Holy Elephant Gate, and finally arrive in Lhasa to end the journey. -- Attractions to visit: 🌟 Lake Namtso: A sacred lake in the Tibetan region, with stunning reflections of the snow-capped mountains 🔴 Seda County: A spectacular sight of red monasteries, unique 🏔️ Mount Sapu: A beautiful combination of snow-capped mountains and lakes, like a fairyland -- Packing list: 🧳 What to pack for your trip to Chengdu, Seda, and Barkham! 👗 Clothing: Down jacket, thermal underwear, long pants, comfortable sneakers to cope with the high altitude. 🎒 Accessories: Sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, as the high altitude sunlight is strong, you need to protect yourself. 💳 Documents: ID card, student card (if applicable), driver's license (if driving), don't forget! 🔋 Electronic products: Mobile phone, charger, power bank, and camera to record your wonderful moments. 💊 Medicines: Red Jingtian to prevent altitude sickness, cold medicine, and stomach medicine to be prepared in case of emergency. 🍫 Food: Chocolate, energy bars to replenish energy on the road, and a thermos to drink hot water comfortably. 💰 Cash: Bring some cash in case of emergency, as there may be no signal in some places, and it is more convenient to use cash. -- With the delicious food in Chengdu, the faith in Seda, and the natural beauty of Barkham, you will definitely have a memorable and moving experience!

Great winter travel destinations! 11-day tour of Chengdu, Seda, and Baqing. Enjoy the snow and experience Tibetan culture. This guide has everything you need! Save it now! -- 🏞️ Route overview: DAY 1–2: Depart and arrive in Chengdu. Pass through Wenchuan and Maerkang, and finally arrive in Guanyinqiao Town or Maerkang to rest. DAY 3: Head to Seda from Guanyinqiao Town and explore the charm of Seda County. DAY 4: Leave Seda County and visit Kasa Lake, King Gesar's Palace, and Yulong Lhatso (Xinlu Lake), and finally arrive in Dege. DAY 5: In Dege, visit Dege Parkhang Printing House, visit a typical village from the early days of Tibet's liberation, and pay homage to Qiangbalin Temple, then head to Chamdo. DAY 6–7: Leave Chamdo, pass through Leiwuqi and Zizhu Mountain (Zizhu Temple), and arrive in Dingqing, then continue to Wara Temple and the Three-color Lake, and finally arrive in Banbar County. DAY 8–10: Depart from Banbar County, visit Samco Lake and Mount Sapukonglagabo, then head to Biru County, Dodoka Skull Wall, and Nagqu Grassland, and finally arrive in Nagqu City, then continue to the Gate of Heaven of the Holy Elephant and Damxung. DAY 11: Leave Damxung, pass through Yangbajing, and finally arrive in Lhasa. -- Must-visit attractions: 🏔️ Namtso Lake: One of the three holy lakes in Tibet. The lake is clear and reflects the snow-capped mountains, like a fairyland. 🔴 Seda County: The dense red monk houses form a spectacular scene, as if the whole city is covered in a red coat. 🕍 Zizhu Temple: This ancient Bon temple is not only a center of faith, but also carries profound cultural and historical significance. -- Travel essentials: 👕 Clothing: Bring a warm coat, scarf, and gloves. Be prepared for the temperature difference between Chengdu and Baqing. 🎒 Backpack: Bring a backpack for easy travel. Pack your personal items and snacks. 📸 Photography equipment: Don't forget your camera and phone. The beautiful scenery of Seda is perfect for photos. 💳 Documents and money: Bring your ID card and cash. Safety is the top priority during your trip. 💊 Medicine: Bring some common medicines to help you cope with altitude sickness. 🕶️ Sun protection accessories: Sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen. The sun is strong in Baqing, so be sure to protect yourself. 🥤 Food and drink: Bring a water bottle and snacks so you won't be hungry or thirsty on the road. That's all! Get ready and go! Chengdu, Seda, and Baqing are waiting for you! -- The leisure of Chengdu, the mystery of Seda, and the magnificence of Baqing. The scenery and stories along the way will make you linger and make the trip worthwhile!

Chengdu, Seda, and Baqing: An 11-day tour guide is here! Experience the simple Tibetan style and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. It is definitely worth your time! -------- 🚗Route suggestion: Explore the Western Sichuan Plateau and Tibetan Style🏔️ Day 1-2: Arrive in Chengdu and set off for Guanyinqiao Town/Maerkang. Enjoy the scenery of Wenchuan and Maerkang along the way and feel the magnificence of the Western Sichuan Plateau. Day 3: Depart from Guanyinqiao and head to Seda. Visit the mysterious Seda Buddhist College and admire the stunning red houses. Day 4: Depart from Seda County and visit Kasa Lake and King Gesar's Palace. Explore the natural beauty of Xinlu Lake (Yulong Lhatso) and finally arrive in Dege. Day 5-6: A pilgrimage to Dege Printing House. Travel through villages from the early days of Tibet's liberation and feel the vicissitudes of history. Visit Qambaling Monastery and arrive in Qamdo. Then head to Dingqing and visit the mysterious Zizhu Mountain (Zizhu Monastery) along the way. Day 7-8: Depart from Dingqing and visit Wara Monastery and the Three-color Lake. Stop at Banbar County and then head to the mysterious Sam Co Lake and Mount Sapukonglagabo. Day 9-10: Travel across the Nagqu Grassland and feel the vastness of the Northern Tibet Plateau. Pass by the Dodoka Skull Wall and reflect on the cycle of life. Finally, arrive at the sacred Elephant Gate and Damxung. Day 11: Depart from Damxung, pass by Yangbajing, and finally arrive in Lhasa. End this soul-stirring plateau journey.🙏 -------- Notes: 🚗 Airport transportation: You can take Metro Line 10 from Chengdu Shuangliu Airport to the city center, and then transfer to Line 3 to Chunxi Road. ❄️ February climate: Seda and Baqing are located on the plateau, and the temperature in February is low. Be sure to bring warm clothes. 🎉 Customs: When visiting the holy land of Seda, please respect local religious customs, dress appropriately, and avoid taking photos at will. 📶 Signal issues: The signal in Baqing may be unstable. It is recommended to bring a China Telecom SIM card, which has a relatively good signal. 💊 Health preparation: Altitude sickness is a common problem. Prepare Rhodiola and other medicines in advance and drink plenty of water. 🌞 Sun protection: The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong. Prepare sunscreen to protect your skin from damage. -------- Travel around Chengdu, Seda, and Baqing. Every moment is an unforgettable memory. Looking forward to the next trip!🌟

🍁 As soon as you step into this sacred place, you'll be amazed by the stunning scenery! The water of Kasa Lake is crystal clear, like a giant mirror reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and surrounding mountains. Flocks of wild ducks and water birds play on the lake, either flying low over the water or floating leisurely on the surface, creating a vivid picture. 🍁 We were lucky to visit on a sunny day. We strolled along the lakeside, enjoying the lake and distant scenery. This place is so relaxing, and we were completely immersed in the beautiful scenery.

Heading to Ganzi. Just after leaving Xinduqiao, we arrived at the stunningly beautiful Ten-Mile Ginkgo Avenue! Continuing on with breathtaking scenery, we intended to enter Bamei Town, known as 'Little Switzerland', but couldn't due to special reasons. Passing through Daofu, we even entered a small village and joyfully picked apples. Finally, we reached the beautiful Kasar Lake in Luhuo, where we saw schools of fish swimming in the lake and none of us wanted to leave.

Kasa Lake is recognized by Chinese geologists as one of the ten lakes that are about to disappear. Kasa Lake is revered as the mother lake by the locals. To the east of the lake is the sacred mountain with prayer flags flying on the mountain. To the west of the lake is the former site of Jueri Temple. The water plants beside the lake are blooming with various beautiful flowers. Compared with other lakes on the Sichuan-Tibet line, Kasa Lake is not crowded with tourists and has no objectionable commercialization. It just stands quietly next to the 317 line. Casa Lake 1️⃣Casa Lake Scenic Area [Free], tour time 2 hours, start from Luhuo, walk along G317, go to [Casa Village Entrance] and enter [004 Township Road] until there is [Free Parking Lot] by the lake 2️⃣Kasa Lake is a local [holy lake]. There are fish in the lake. Tibetans often go to the lake to feed the fish [outsiders are not allowed to feed the fish without authorization]. Tibetans will worship around the lake and pray for their beliefs. 3️⃣The rural road entering Kasa Village is narrow, so be careful to avoid passing cars in advance. 4️⃣If you have enough time, you can go for a walk in the village. Every household is a red single-family [Tibetan-style house]. Some villagers will pray at the large [Mani pile] in front of the house. Tibetans are very friendly. , you can join them 5️⃣There is no restaurant in the village, so return to Luhuo for lunch at noon 6️⃣There is a plateau field behind the village. The scenery is unique and suitable for taking pictures. 7️⃣Continue forward from G317 National Highway, go up the mountain to the pass and there is [Casa Lake Observation Deck] 8️⃣There are many yaks by the lake. Sometimes they will want to come and get close to you. You can take pictures but please do not touch them. itinerary D1. Chengdu - Malkang - Lover's Sea - Guanyin Bridge D2. Guanyin Bridge-Kasa Lake-King Gesar City-Xinlong D3. Xinlong, Cuoka Lake and Yajiang River D4. Yajiang is full of mountains and Chengdu Kasa Lake is located in Kasa Village, Chonggu Township, Luhuo County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is the local mother lake and the largest waterbird habitat in the northwest of Sichuan. People have to circle around it to worship on weekdays, and pray during spring plowing and autumn harvest~ Mountain peaks rise from the ground one after another, tightly surrounding Lake Casa~ The grass is green, flowers are blooming all over the ground, and the houses by the lake are well-proportioned~ Blue sky and white clouds, clouds and mist on the mountain tops, slow lakes, lush green trees, and playful birds~ Isn’t this the paradise you’ve been looking for for so long?

When the Sichuan-Tibet line is mentioned, people often think of the 318 National Road, commonly known as the southern Sichuan-Tibet line. As the landscape avenue of China, the Tibet section of Sichuan is often fascinated by the magnificent scenery. On the north side of the southern Sichuan-Tibet line, there is another Sichuan-Tibet line leading to the holy Lhasa, the 317 National Road, commonly known as the northern Sichuan-Tibet line. The starting point of this route is Chengdu, Sichuan, and the end point is Muir County, Ali, Tibet. Lake Casa is located just off the 317 National Road, about 30 kilometers west of the city. Compared to the many scenic lakes on the Sichuan-Tibet line, Casa Lake is obscured. But it can't conceal its unique beauty. The area of Casa Lake is about 1.92 square kilometers. The whole lake is surrounded by mountains and belongs to the plateau freshwater lake. It has a clear water quality. If it is a sunny day, the lake will reflect the blue sky and the beauty of the green mountains and green waters. There are a lot of fish in the lake. However, these fish are not afraid of human beings. Whenever they see someone coming, they gather together and gather together. No one in the area is fishing in Lake Casa, and the local fishermen seem to be full of spirituality. Every day, there are many local Tibetans who come here to feed the fish. They believe that feeding the fish will bring them peace and happiness. Compared with other lakes on the Sichuan-Tibet line, there is no such thing as a woven tourist, no disgusting commercialization, and because of its niche and obscurity, it is more human beings here. The beauty of harmony with nature. From the exit of the 317 National Road, Casa Lake, about 10 minutes, you can come to the lake.

The Casa Lake Scenic Area is located in the heart of the town of Furuo, about 30 kilometers west of the city. The water plants in this lake have turned golden yellow, and the shadows of clouds in the distance fall between the valleys. The beauty of the picture is not true. Casa Lake is a poetic existence, people here do not eat fish, under the blue sky and white clouds, the fish are free. reflects the lakes and clouds of the Casa Lake, blending the lake, the mountains and the sky into a crystal one. Skillfully weaving the beauty of the lake, someone once said that "Casa Lake is a language, she painted the poems in the water, hidden in the lake, with a subtle, considerate feelings, touch the soul." Wait until the sun sets, the hillside is dyed golden, beautiful like a picture.