First Karmapa (1st Karmapa): Düsum Khyenpa (1110–1193)Full name: Düsum Khyenpa Chökyi DrakpaChildhood name: Gephel Birthplace Traditional: Tresho (Teshö / Rha thrag / Ratay), Kham (Eastern Tibet) Modern location:Sangkang Township, Ganzi County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China(Also spelled: Moqiong […]
Sangri Maṇi Stone Fortress གསང་གི་མ་ཎི
The sacred pilgrimage site known as Sangri Maṇi Stone Fortress is located in the northern part of Sershul County, at a distance of about 80 km from Sershul monastery. It lies not far from Gyasling and Chungthak, at a place […]
Xining to Chengdu Overland Trip: An Epic Journey Through Tibet’s Heartland
Embark on an unforgettable Xining to Chengdu overland trip, a 1500-kilometer adventure through the cultural and spiritual heart of Tibet’s Amdo and Kham regions. Discover ancient monasteries, holy lakes, and UNESCO-level cultural treasures along one of the most scenic overland […]
Yaan / Yaknga གཡག་རྔ
Ya’an (雅安) is a prefecture-level city located in the western part of Sichuan Province, China, near the foothills of the Tibetan Plateau. It is renowned for its lush landscapes, rich biodiversity, and historical significance. Ya’an is often considered the “gateway to […]
Jiulong བརྒྱད་ཟུར།
Jiulong County (九龙县), located in the western part of Sichuan Province, China, is a hidden gem known for its stunning landscapes, Tibetan culture, and outdoor adventure opportunities. This county is part of the Greater Kham Tibetan area, which is characterized by […]
Yajiang / Nyakchuka ཉག་ཆུ་ཁ
Yajiang County (雅江县), located in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, is a scenic high-altitude destination rich in Tibetan culture, mountainous landscapes, and serene valleys. It lies along the well-traveled route to Lhasa, making it an ideal stop for […]
Xinlong / Nyakrong ཉག་རོང་།
Xinlong County (新龙县), located in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China, is a remote and culturally vibrant county known for its stunning landscapes, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, and rich nomadic heritage. The county sits on the edge of the […]
Daofu / Dawu རྟའུ
Daofu County (道孚县), is situated in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China. Known for its distinctive Tibetan culture, traditional architecture, and serene natural beauty, Daofu is a hidden gem within the Tibetan Plateau. This area is less frequented […]
Daocheng / Dapba འདབ་པ།
Daocheng (稻城县) is a picturesque county located in the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China. Known for its stunning alpine scenery, pristine lakes, and sacred mountains, Daocheng has become a major destination for nature lovers, photographers, and pilgrims. Daocheng […]
Xiangcheng/Chatreng ཕྱག་ཕྲེང་།
Xiangcheng (乡城县) is a scenic county in the southwest part of Sichuan Province, located within the Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Known for its beautiful river valleys, traditional Tibetan architecture, and surrounding mountains, Xiangcheng is often considered a hidden gem, offering a […]










