Jyekundo (also known as Gyêgu or Yushu City) is the main town of Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai Province, China. Situated in the Kham region of Tibet, Jyekundo sits at an altitude of over 3,700 meters (12,139 feet), surrounded by snow-capped mountains and vast highland grasslands. This town is …

Dzachuka (also known as Za Chu Ka or Zhaquka in some transliterations) is a region located in the Sichuan Province of China, specifically in Kangding County within the Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. It is situated on the Tibetan Plateau and is known for its scenic beauty, rich Tibetan culture, and …

Sêrtar County (色达县), also known as Sertar or Seda, is located in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China. This remote, high-altitude county has become famous for the Larung Gar Buddhist Academy and its surrounding vibrant red monastic dwellings, as well as its deep-rooted Tibetan Buddhist culture. Sêrtar …

Luohuo County (also known as Luhuo County, 炉霍县), situated in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China, is a scenic and culturally rich destination within the Tibetan Plateau. This county, characterized by its high-altitude grasslands, sacred mountains, and traditional Tibetan villages, offers a range of experiences for travelers …

Dege County (德格县), located in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China, is a renowned center for Tibetan culture, religion, and history. Often referred to as the “Heart of Tibetan Culture,” Dege is famous for its ancient monasteries, stunning mountain scenery, and, most notably, the Dege Parkhang Sutra …