Can't wait to share the autumn colors of Dangling~

🏔️Danba's secret realm! Visit Dangling Village, the little Switzerland of Western Sichuan, breathtakingly beautiful!

🚗Transportation:
📍Address: Within Dandong Town, Danba County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Self-driving from Chengdu to Dangling (about 7h):
Chengdu - Dujiangyan - Wenchuan - Lixian - Maerkang - Xiaojin - Danba - Dangling
⚠️Set navigation to "Dangling Village," the last 50 km is a gravel mountain road requiring an off-road vehicle

🌟Must-visit spots:
1️⃣ Hulu Lake
The pearl of Dangling! A high mountain lake reflecting snowy peaks
📸Tips: Most beautiful in the early morning mist, even more stunning with drone shots

2️⃣ Airstrip
Legendary Red Army airplane landing site
The meadows in golden October look like a golden carpet

🍖Food recommendations:
Tibetan-style earthen hotpot: yak meat with wild mushrooms
Butter tea: the ultimate remedy for altitude sickness! Salty and rich
Qingke barley cake: freshly baked and extra crispy

🏠Accommodation tips:
Tibetan village homestays average 200-400 RMB
Recommended to choose inns with floor heating
Book at least 1 week in advance during peak season

💡Notes:
1. October is the most beautiful season for red leaves but has large temperature differences (0-15℃)
2. At 3800 meters altitude, oxygen tanks are necessary
3. Only accessible by self-driving or chartered car (no public transport)
4. Mobile and telecom signals are available, but communication is often lost

Post by Savannah Johnson | Sep 12, 2025

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