
China's most beautiful colorful forest tribe - Yangrong Had, the "place where gods live", is a folk village with very strong living characteristics of the people in the Tibetan area.
Heishui has a monsoon plateau climate with distinct dry and rainy seasons, abundant sunshine, and small annual temperature fluctuations, but large daily temperature variations, which vary significantly with altitude. The average annual temperature difference between the mountains and the valleys reaches 20°C, while the average temperature in Luhua, the county seat, is 9°C. The annual extreme high is 33.5°C, and the extreme low is -14.4°C. Rainfall is unevenly distributed within the region, concentrated in summer and continuous in autumn. The average annual rainfall is 620.06 mm, and the frost-free period averages 166.1 days. Influenced by the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau climate, natural disasters such as droughts, heavy rains, hail, floods, mudslides, and frost are common.
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This area is part of the Aba Qiang and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, rich in Qiang and Tibetan culture. Goat's Mushroom Haddock is a traditional local dish, representing the region's culinary heritage and use of native ingredients.
Located in Sichuan Province within the Aba Prefecture. Access typically involves flying to Chengdu, taking a regional flight or long-distance bus to Aba, followed by local taxi or guided transport to the village.
The village and local eateries are generally open year-round. The best times to visit are spring and autumn for comfortable weather and scenic landscapes.
There is no entrance fee to the village. Meals and guided activities can be booked directly at restaurants or through local tour operators, both online and offline.
For popular local tours, cooking experiences, or accommodations, booking 1–2 weeks in advance is recommended, especially during peak travel seasons.
1–2 days are usually sufficient to explore the village, try the local dishes, and enjoy nearby hikes.
Guided tours may be available through local operators, usually in Chinese. English-speaking guides may require special arrangements.
Start with a walk through the village center, visit a local eatery to try Goat's Mushroom Haddock, then explore surrounding trails and nearby viewpoints for photography.
No organized night tours or light shows; evenings are generally quiet, suitable for stargazing and local cultural experiences.
The village is generally not crowded. Weekdays in spring and autumn are the least busy times.
Basic facilities include local restaurants, small shops, and public toilets. Limited water and rest areas outside the village center.
The main village areas are accessible, but surrounding trails may be uneven and less suitable for visitors with mobility challenges.
Cash is preferred, but some restaurants and shops accept mobile payments like WeChat Pay or Alipay.
Local restaurants serving traditional Sichuan, Qiang, and Tibetan dishes, including Goat's Mushroom Haddock. Small cafes may offer tea and snacks.
Vegetarian options are limited but available; halal food is generally not common in the village.
Small shops offer handicrafts, local textiles, traditional Qiang knives, and local food products as souvenirs.
Local taxis or arranged tour vehicles to nearby towns or Aba city. For longer trips, buses or flights from Aba to Chengdu are available.