Sichuan or Tibet, which place would you visit first?

 

The distribution of Tibetan prefectures in Sichuan is reasonably located close to the borderlines of Tibet. Therefore, they share very similar cultures and customs. Let EH Guru give you a brief introduction to the beauty of Tibet and Sichuan!

 

Lake

 

Jiuzhaigou, Sichuan

Jiuzhaigou is one of the most beautiful places in China. A natural fairyland, featuring fantastic scenery with colorful lakes, spectacular waterfalls, and high mountains. The view change over the seasons will never get you bored.

 

 

Namtso, Tibet

Namtso is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. It is located in the northwest of Lhasa and is the highest saltwater lake in the world with an altitude of 4718 meters. Surrounded by snowy mountains with crystal water, here you can find hundreds of colored prayer flags flying on the cliffs. No wonder that Namtso Lake is called the“Heavenly Lake”.

 

 

Mountain

 

Mount Gongga, Sichuan

Mount Gongga is one of the world’s most significant peaks, standing at a staggering 7,556m, and of huge spiritual importance to Tibetans. In your trekking, you can experience snow-capped peaks, alpine views of Tibetan landscape, nomads Tibetan people, glaciers and Tibetan Monasteries.

 

 

Mount Everest, Tibet
“Mount Qomolangma” is the Tibetan name for “Mount Everest”. It lies on the border between China’s Tibet Autonomous Region and Nepal, which allows climbers to ascend from either side with permits from only one of the two countries in which it lies. Climbing to the summit of Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain at 8,848 meters, is something many people just can dream about

 

 

Flower Blossom

 

Pear blossom in Jinchuan, Sichuan
From mid-march to mid-April, Pear Blossom draws the most magnificent picture in Jinchuan. You can find them all over Jinchuan Valley, dotted with colorful Tibetan Styled houses stretched over 100km.

 

 

Peach blossom in Linzhi, Tibet
Peach blossom is the signature flower of spring. The peach blossom in Linzhi extends 30 kilometers, making it the longest “flower path” in China. You can immerse yourself in this pink sea of peach blossoms.

 

 

Temple

 

Leshan Giant Buddha, Sichuan
In 1996, Leshan Giant Buddha was included by UNESCO on the list of World Heritage sites. Facing the river, the Buddha has a symmetrical posture which has been beautifully captured in its solemn stillness.

 

 

Potala Palace, Tibet
The Potala Palace, the palace of the Dalai Lama symbolizes Tibetan Buddhism and its central role in the traditional administration of Tibet. Here, you can see precious Tibetan art and learn about the Tibetan culture. When climbing the steps up to the top, you can overlook the great views of the Lhasa landscape.

 

 

Opera

 

Sichuan opera
Magical Face Changes in Sichuan Opera is a place you must not miss during your visit to Sichuan. It is the highlight of Sichuan Opera, a place where you will see the actors changing various masks of different colors and patterns to interpret different characters.

 

 

Tibet opera
Tibet opera is the most popular in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau in western China. The performance begins with a prayer ceremony, including the cleansing of the stage by hunters and blessings by the elder, and concludes with another blessing.

 

 

Tibet offers fabulous monasteries while Sichuan owns traditional landscape and culture. Both of the destinations are worth to explore during your stay in China! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our travel consultants.