Exploring the Hidden Gannan Stone City: Complete Guide to Zhagana

Hidden in the off-the-beaten-path Gannan, the "Stone Box Secret Realm" Zhagana Certified by American explorer Rock as the "Eden on Earth" 💎 🏔️ Scenic Features: - 360° snow-capped mountains surrounding ⛰️ - Original Tibetan villages with curling smoke 🏡 - Highland pastures with herds of cattle and sheep 🐄 - Quiet and profound canyon secret realm 🌿 A pilgrimage site for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers! 📸 🌈 Best Seasons: 🌸 June to August: 20°C summer paradise / wildflowers blooming on the grasslands 🍁 September to October: colorful forests / golden photography season ❄️ November to April: snow-covered tranquility / serene snowy world 🔥 Must-Visit Spots: 1️⃣ Dari Viewing Platform (Yiwa Township, Diebu County, Gannan Prefecture) Sunrise sea of clouds + Tibetan village + snow mountains in one frame, stunning✨ Recommended to arrive by 5:30 to secure a good spot! 2️⃣ Fairy Beach (inside Zhagana Scenic Area) Summer alpine flower sea 💐 Experience Tibetan-style horseback riding 🐎 3️⃣ Rock Viewing Platform (highest point in Zhagana Scenic Area) God’s eye view overlooking the entire stone city 🏰 4️⃣ Lasa Monastery (inside Zhagana Village) Listen to morning chanting 🔔 Experience authentic Tibetan Buddhist culture 🚶‍♂️ Hiking Routes: 👟 Beginner: Zhagana → Fairy Beach → Fairy Lake (3 hours) 🌿 Advanced: Zhagana → Stone Forest → Guangai Mountain (8 hours, guide required) 🚗 Nearby Activities: ▪️ Langmu Temple Town (1.5-hour drive) "Little Switzerland of the East" ⛪️ Sky burial platform cultural experience ▪️ Ruoergai Flower Lake (3-hour drive) July wetland flower sea 🌼 Habitat for black-necked cranes and other birds ▪️ Ganjia Secret Realm (4-hour drive) Octagonal ancient city + White Stone Cliff A less crowded, beautiful off-the-beaten-path choice 💡 Tips: 1. Altitude over 3000m, pay attention to sun protection and altitude sickness 2. Tibetan village guesthouses cost about 200-500 RMB per night 3. Village entry requires a ticket (80 RMB per person) Come check in at this place rated by National Geographic as the "Most Beautiful Tibetan Village"! Every snapshot is a masterpiece 📷