Encounter the snow in Seda.
by GourmetGlobeTrekking
Nov 14, 2024
 The sacred land of Seda has arrived! Encounter the light of faith in the sea of red houses 🔴
The king of the secret realm in Western Sichuan! The mountains full of red houses are so stunning they leave you speechless! 📿
📍 Location: Larong Valley, Luoruo Town, Seda County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province  
🚗 Self-driving tip: 10 hours from Chengdu, it is recommended to rest overnight in Markang
1️⃣ Buddhist Academy Panorama Deck  
Be sure to come early in the morning! The red houses shrouded in mist create a miraculous scene  
💡 Tips: At 4000 meters altitude, remember to bring an oxygen tank
2️⃣ Nuns' Sutra Hall  
The female monks' practice area is super mysterious! The prayer flags under the blue sky create beautiful light and shadow  
📸 Best time: 3-5 PM when the sunlight is slanting
🍲 Food Recommendations  
Tibetan yak meat hotpot: Small shops in Luoruo Town with generous portions of meat  
Butter tea: Paired with tsampa for an authentic Tibetan breakfast experience  
Barley cakes: Freshly baked at roadside stalls for the best aroma
⚠️ Important Notes  
• Drones are prohibited inside the Buddhist Academy  
• Get permission from monks before taking photos  
• Large temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a windbreaker  
• It is recommended to stay in a guesthouse in Luoruo Town for easy access to morning mist viewing
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