One of the best tourist villages and the top most beautiful village in China

Danba Tibetan Village is located in Danba County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It is known as the "Most Beautiful Village in China" and is famous for its unique Tibetan architecture, ancient blockhouse complexes, and Beauty Valley culture. The following is a detailed travel guide: --- ### **1. Best Time to Visit** - **Spring and Autumn (March–May, September–November)** are the best times to visit: - **Spring (March–May)**: The mountains are full of flowers, with pear blossoms and peach blossoms in full bloom, and the Tibetan villages are set against a sea of flowers. - **Autumn (September–November)**: The forests are ablaze with color, and the golden wheat fields and blockhouses create a stunning picture. - In winter (December–March), some high mountain roads may be icy, so it is not recommended to travel there. --- ### **2. Transportation** 1. **Self-driving**: Depart from Chengdu along G318 or G248 National Highway, about 6–8 hours. The scenery along the way is magnificent, but pay attention to driving safety on mountain roads. 2. **Chartered car**: Suitable for multiple people traveling together, you can flexibly arrange the itinerary, and the driver is usually familiar with local attractions. 3. **Public transportation**: - Take a bus from Chengdu Chadianzi Station to Danba (about 8 hours). - Or go to Kangding first, and then transfer to Danba. --- ### **3. Must-See Attractions** 1. **Jiaju Tibetan Village** (National 4A Scenic Spot): - Known as the "Most Beautiful Village in China", the red and white Tibetan houses are scattered among the mountains, and the scenery in the morning mist and sunset is particularly stunning. - The ticket price is CNY 50. It is recommended to stay in a guesthouse in the village (such as "Yunshang Danba") to experience Tibetan life. 2. **Zhonglu Tibetan Village**: - More primitive than Jiaju, the ancient blockhouses are combined with pastoral scenery, suitable for hiking and photography. 3. **Suopo Ancient Blockhouse Group**: - The core area of the "Country of Thousands of Blockhouses", there are 562 ancient blockhouses still standing. At dusk, the blockhouses are bathed in golden light, suitable for taking pictures from a distance. 4. **Dangling Scenic Area**: - An undeveloped secret place with alpine lakes (such as Hulu Sea), hot springs, and virgin forests, suitable for hiking and horse riding. 5. **Mount Merdo**: - A sacred mountain in the Tibetan area, you can overlook the snow-capped mountains and canyons. There is a mountain pilgrimage temple fair on the tenth day of the seventh lunar month. --- ### **4. Food Recommendations** - **Butter tea**: A must-have for Tibetan families to entertain guests, it can keep you warm and refresh you. - **Highland barley wine/Zaba wine**: Low in alcohol and slightly sweet in taste. - **Fragrant pork leg**: Air-dried and marinated, salty, fragrant, and firm. - **Tibetan yogurt**: Thick, sour, and sweet, you can add honey. - **Matsutake stewed chicken/Sauerkraut buns**: Local specialty farmhouse dishes. --- ### **5. Accommodation Suggestions** - **Jiaju Tibetan Village**: It is recommended to stay in a guesthouse near the viewing platform (such as No. 3 Viewing Platform), where you can see the morning mist of the blockhouse when you open the window. - **Zhonglu Tibetan Village**: Quieter, suitable for in-depth experience of Tibetan life. - **Danba County**: There are many hotels to choose from, suitable as a transit station. --- ### **6. Travel Tips** 1. **Altitude sickness**: Some attractions have high altitudes (such as Dangling 3,400m), it is recommended to prepare Rhodiola or oxygen cylinders. 2. **Clothing**: The temperature difference between day and night is large, so you need to dress in layers (short sleeves + jacket + down vest). 3. **Respect customs**: Take off your hat when entering temples, and do not take pictures of local residents at will. 4. **Network signal**: The signal is weak in some mountainous areas, it is recommended to download offline maps. --- Danba Tibetan Village combines natural scenery and cultural heritage. Whether it is photography, hiking, or cultural experience, it will make people linger. When planning your trip, it is recommended to reserve 3–5 days to explore this "Sichuan West Fairytale World" in depth.