Gannan Secret Realm｜Zhagana, a stunning fairyland forgotten by time

“Stone Box” Zhagana, a name transliterated from Tibetan, hides the most pristine secret realm! 🏔️ Located in Yiwa Township, Diebu County, Gansu, at an altitude of over 3000 meters, it is gently embraced by stone peaks, like a gift meticulously carved by nature~

🎯【When is the best time to visit?】
· June to August 🌸
The grasslands turn into a green wonderland! A natural 20°C air-conditioned room, wildflowers blooming everywhere, so romantic~
· September to October 🍁
God spilled the paint palette! The golden autumn fairy tale world is perfect for stunning photos anytime
· November to April ❄️
A silver-covered ice and snow kingdom! Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and great for photography

🌟【Top 4 must-visit spots】
1️⃣ Dari Viewing Platform
📍Location: Inside Zhagana Scenic Area
A Tibetan village shrouded in morning mist + snow-capped mountains = a breathtaking postcard! 📸 Remember to grab the best spot at 6 AM

2️⃣ Fairy Beach
📍Location: 3 km east of Zhagana Village
A sky-high grassland covered with flowers 🌼 Experience Tibetan-style horseback riding, only 50 RMB/hour, super cost-effective

3️⃣ Locke Viewing Platform
📍Location: Southeast side of Zhagana Scenic Area
The same perspective as American explorer Locke! 360° unobstructed views of magnificent stone peaks ⛰️

4️⃣ Lasang Monastery
📍Location: Center of Zhagana Village
A Tibetan Buddhist temple with over 300 years of history 🏯 Spinning prayer wheels here is very effective for blessings!

🚶【Recommended hiking routes】
🐾 Beginner: Zhagana → Fairy Beach → Fairy Lake (3 hours)
Friendly for beginners! The scenery along the way is like a fairy tale~

🐾 Advanced: Zhagana → Stone Forest → Guangai Mountain (8 hours)
It’s recommended to hire a local guide to witness wilder beauty!

🌈【Other nearby attractions】
· Langmu Temple Town
The "Little Switzerland of the East" lives up to its name! The Bailong River Gorge is breathtaking 🏞️

· Ruoergai Flower Lake
Flowers bloom into a sea in July and August! Rare birds like black-necked cranes are everywhere 🦢

· Ganja Secret Realm
Mysterious white stone cliffs + an ancient octagonal city, as if traveling back a thousand years

📌Tips:
· Large temperature difference between day and night, remember to bring a windbreaker
· Altitude sickness medicine is a must
· Respect local Tibetan customs

In this isolated pure land,
even the air you breathe becomes fresh~💨