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SiChuan Province Tour, China This itinerary covers a diverse range of experiences in SiChuan Province, including city exploration, natural wonders, and cultural immersion. Week 1: Chengdu and Surroundings Explore the vibrant city of Chengdu, visit Tianfu Square, and experience local cuisine at Jinli Ancient Street. Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to see adorable pandas in their natural habitat. Take a day trip to the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world's largest stone Buddha statue, and explore the surrounding area. Visit the Wuhou Shrine and Jinsha Site Museum to learn about the history of the region. Week 2: Jiuzhaigou Valley and Huanglong Travel to Jiuzhaigou Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning turquoise lakes, waterfalls, and forests. Explore the scenic beauty of Jiuzhaigou National Park, including stops at Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, and Zechawa Valley. Visit Huanglong National Scenic Reserve, famous for its colorful pools, snow-capped peaks, and ancient temples. Enjoy hiking opportunities in both Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, taking in the natural splendor of the region. Week 3: Mount Emei and Leshan Travel to Mount Emei, one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China, and explore its scenic beauty and religious sites. Hike to the Golden Summit of Mount Emei to see the sunrise and visit the Huazang Temple and Giant Buddha Statue. Explore the ancient town of Leshan and visit the Lingyun Temple before taking a boat ride to see the Giant Buddha from below. Take a relaxing stroll along the riverside and enjoy local cuisine in Leshan. Week 4: Western Sichuan and Tibetan Culture Travel to Western Sichuan to explore the stunning landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau. Visit the town of Tagong and its famous Tagong Monastery, surrounded by picturesque grasslands and snow-capped mountains. Explore the town of Litang and visit the Litang Monastery, one of the largest and most important Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Sichuan. Experience the unique Tibetan culture and hospitality in the region, including traditional dances, music, and cuisine.
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Scenic Road Trip Routes from Dali to Lhasa Route Overview Traveling from Dali to Lhasa is an epic journey through some of China's most stunning landscapes. Here are two detailed scenic routes with notable stops along the way:   Route 1: Northern Route Day 1-2: Dali to Lijiang (Approx. 180 km) Route: Take the G214 National Road north from Dali to Lijiang. Highlights: Enjoy the scenic views along the way, including Erhai Lake and the ancient town of Lijiang. Day 3-4: Lijiang to Shangri-La (Zhongdian) (Approx. 180 km) Route: Continue on G214 National Road north to Shangri-La. Highlights: Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge and enjoy the views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Day 5: Shangri-La to Deqin (Approx. 180 km) Route: Stay on G214 National Road heading north to Deqin. Highlights: Explore Songzanlin Monastery in Shangri-La and enjoy the panoramic views of Meili Snow Mountain in Deqin. Day 6: Deqin to Markam (Approx. 220 km) Route: Take the G214 National Road, crossing into Tibet and continue to Markam. Highlights: Pass through the spectacular mountainous regions and along the Mekong River. Day 7: Markam to Zogang (Approx. 150 km) Route: From Markam, take the G318 National Road west towards Zogang. Highlights: Experience the dramatic high-altitude landscapes and valleys. Day 8: Zogang to Baxoi (Approx. 120 km) Route: Continue on the G318 National Road from Zogang to Baxoi. Highlights: Enjoy the rugged and scenic terrain along the way. Day 9: Baxoi to Ranwu (Approx. 160 km) Route: Stay on the G318 National Road heading west to Ranwu. Highlights: Pass by the beautiful Ranwu Lake, known for its clear waters and stunning reflections. Day 10: Ranwu to Bomi (Approx. 130 km) Route: Continue on G318 National Road from Ranwu to Bomi. Highlights: Drive through lush forests and alongside beautiful rivers. Day 11: Bomi to Nyingchi (Approx. 230 km) Route: Continue on G318 National Road from Bomi to Nyingchi. Highlights: Enjoy the lush scenery of Nyingchi, known for its forests and the Niyang River. Day 12-13: Nyingchi to Lhasa (Approx. 400 km) Route: Take the G318 National Road west from Nyingchi to Lhasa. Highlights: Pass through Mila Mountain and follow the Yarlung Tsangpo River Gorge. In Lhasa, explore the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street.   Route 2: Southern Route Day 1-2: Dali to Kunming (Approx. 340 km) Route: Take the G56 Hangrui Expressway east from Dali to Kunming. Highlights: Kunming, known as the "Spring City," offers attractions like the Stone Forest (Shilin), Dianchi Lake, and Green Lake Park. Day 3: Kunming to Panzhihua (Approx. 310 km) Route: Continue on the G56 Hangrui Expressway north to Panzhihua. Highlights: Panzhihua, a city built around the steel industry, provides access to scenic spots like the Jinsha River and nearby hot springs. Day 4: Panzhihua to Xichang (Approx. 260 km) Route: Take the G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway north to Xichang. Highlights: Xichang is known for Qionghai Lake and the Luoji Mountain scenic area. It's also a gateway to the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture. Day 5: Xichang to Kangding (Approx. 380 km) Route: Continue on the G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway, then take the G318 National Road west to Kangding. Highlights: Kangding is famous for its stunning mountain scenery, including Gongga Mountain (Minya Konka), and the beautiful Mugecuo Scenic Area. Day 6: Kangding to Litang (Approx. 280 km) Route: Take the G318 National Road west from Kangding to Litang. Highlights: Litang, one of the highest towns in the world at 4,014 meters, is known for its Tibetan culture and the Litang Monastery. Day 7: Litang to Batang (Approx. 160 km) Route: Continue on the G318 National Road west to Batang. Highlights: Batang is a charming Tibetan town with picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. 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In BeiJing alone, there are around 200,000 places to eat, so you'll never be far from a tasty meal and there is so much to try that China is very much a foodie heaven. Here's BeiJingBuzzz's cheat sheet of popular food dishes that you will love. Feel free to print out for personal use ... Huo Guo (火锅) : 'Hotpot' - order what you like and cook it in a steaming broth that can be spicy, mild or both. Served with a sesame sauce topped with coriander and / or spring onion; with vinegar and soy sauce as additional options. Thinly sliced meats, all manner of vegetables, noodles, eggs, tofu and more. Be sure to try Dong Dofu (iced tofu) and Dofu skin - super delicious in Huo Guo. There are many independents but you cannot go wrong if you see a XiaBu XiaBu, a very popular restaurant chain. Mābo Dōfu (麻婆豆腐) : soft beancurd in a spicy sauce with minced pork BaoZi (包子) : steamed buns filled with meat or vegetables JiaoZi (饺子) : boiled or pan-fried dumplings filled with meat or vegetables RouJiaMo (肉夹馍) : a sandwich made with flatbread and filled with meat (most commonly pork) CongYou Bing (葱油饼) : spring onion / scallion pancakes - a savory flatbread made with scallions and flour ZhengJiao (蒸饺) : steamed or pan-fried dumplings filled with meat or seafood ZongZi (粽子) : glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves GouBuLi BaoZi (狗不理包子) : steamed buns filled with meat or vegetables, popular in Tianjin DouHua (豆花) : sweet tofu pudding XiaoLongBao (小笼包) : steamed dumplings filled with meat or seafood and soup Xī Hóng Shì Chǎo JīDàn (西红柿炒蛋): egg and tomato - a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, it is often a simple and comforting dish, that can be found in many Chinese home-style cooking. It is typically made by stir-frying diced tomatoes and beaten eggs together with some seasonings, such as salt, pepper, and sometimes soy sauce. DanDan Mian (担担面): a spicy Szechuan noodle dish made with thin wheat noodles, a spicy chili oil-based sauce, and often ground meat JianShui Zhu (建水煮): fried vermicelli noodles popular in Yunnan province LanZhou LaMian (兰州拉面): hand-pulled noodles popular in Lanzhou, Gansu province ReGan Mian (热干面): Wuhan hot dry noodles - a spicy dish made with thin wheat noodles, chili oil and ground meat, popular in Wuhan, Hubei province ZhaJiang Mian (炸酱面): a dish of thick wheat noodles served with a fermented soybean paste sauce and vegetables, popular in northern China ZhaJiangMian (炸酱面): a dish of thick wheat noodles served with a bean paste sauce, popular in northeastern China GuoTie (锅贴): Chinese fried dumplings MaLaTang (麻辣烫): a spicy hotpot popular in Sichuan and Chongqing Di San Xian (第三鲜): a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, typically found in northern China, it is a type of stir-fry dish made with three main ingredients: potatoes, eggplant, and bell peppers, it is also called "Three Fresh" or "Three Precious Vegetables". It is typically stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and scallions, and seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, and sometimes oyster sauce. GōngBǎo JīDīng (宫保鸡丁) : also transcribed Gong Bao, Kung Pao or Kung Po, is a spicy, stir-fried Chinese dish made with cubes of chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. A classic dish in Sichuan cuisine. JīSī Liáng Miàn (鸡丝凉面) : Chinese Chicken Noodle Salad - Chinese chicken noodle salad features noodles tossed in a nutty savory sesame sauce and topped with shredded chicken and cucumber. Hei Jiao Niu Liu (黑椒牛柳) - Sliced tender beef with onions, peppers and black pepper. Huo Guo - hot pot There are also around 6,000 McDonalds in China, plus Burger King, KFC, Pizza Hut, Subway and more. And if you like cooking from scratch yourself, you'll find many huge supermarkets plus local markets.
WangXian valley, GuiZhou province
With Beautiful China ... WangXian Valley visitor guide Overview WangXian Valley, located in GuiZhou province, is a breathtaking natural landscape known for its dramatic cliffs, lush greenery, and serene waters. The valley offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life and is a perfect destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. History WangXian Valley has a rich history and is steeped in local legends and folklore. The name "WangXian" translates to "Watching the Immortals," a reference to the mythical tales of immortals residing in the valley. The area has long been revered for its natural beauty and spiritual significance. Main Attractions Immortal Watching Rock Immortal Watching Rock is one of the most iconic features of WangXian Valley. This massive rock formation offers panoramic views of the valley and is a popular spot for photography. The rock is also associated with local legends of immortals who were said to have meditated here. WangXian Waterfall WangXian Waterfall is a stunning cascade that plunges into a crystal-clear pool below. The waterfall is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers a serene and picturesque setting. Visitors can enjoy the soothing sound of the water and the refreshing mist in the air. Scenic Hiking Trails The valley features several scenic hiking trails that wind through dense forests, along rocky cliffs, and past tranquil streams. These trails vary in difficulty and offer something for hikers of all levels. Along the way, hikers can encounter diverse flora and fauna and enjoy breathtaking views of the valley. Local Villages WangXian Valley is home to several traditional villages where visitors can experience the local culture and hospitality. These villages offer a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the local ethnic communities, with their unique architecture, customs, and festivals. Culture and Traditions WangXian Valley is rich in cultural heritage and is inhabited by various ethnic groups, each with its own traditions and customs. Visitors can witness traditional dances, music, and crafts that reflect the cultural diversity of the region. The valley also hosts several festivals throughout the year that celebrate local traditions and beliefs. Activities and Experiences Hiking and Nature Walks Explore the natural beauty of WangXian Valley by embarking on one of the many hiking and nature trails. These trails offer a chance to connect with nature, enjoy panoramic views, and discover hidden gems along the way. Photography The valley is a paradise for photographers, with its stunning landscapes, vibrant flora, and serene waters. Whether you're a professional photographer or an amateur enthusiast, you'll find plenty of opportunities to capture the natural beauty of WangXian Valley. Cultural Tours Join a guided cultural tour to learn more about the local traditions, history, and lifestyle of the ethnic communities in the area. These tours provide valuable insights and a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage of WangXian Valley. Camping For those who love the outdoors, camping in WangXian Valley is an unforgettable experience. There are several designated camping areas where visitors can set up tents and enjoy the tranquility of nature under the starry sky. Accommodation WangXian Valley offers a range of accommodation options to suit different preferences and budgets. Visitors can choose from luxury resorts, cozy guesthouses, and traditional homestays. Staying in a local guesthouse or homestay provides an authentic experience and a chance to interact with the local community. Travel Tips Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit WangXian Valley is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) when the weather is mild and the scenery is at its most beautiful. Getting There: WangXian Valley is accessible by bus or car from GuiZhou's major cities. The nearest airport is GuiYang LongDongBao International Airport, which offers connections to various domestic and international destinations. Opening Hours: The scenic area is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Entrance Fees: There is an entrance fee for the scenic area, with additional fees for specific attractions and activities. It is advisable to check the latest fees before planning your visit. Dress Comfortably: Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes, as the terrain can be uneven and the weather can change quickly. Respect Local Customs: Be respectful of local customs and traditions, especially when visiting villages and cultural sites. Always ask for permission before taking photos of people. Stay Hydrated: Carry plenty of water, especially if you plan on hiking or spending extended periods outdoors. It's also a good idea to bring snacks or a packed lunch for longer excursions.

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