Xiahe
Top Places to Visit
Ancient Town Of Bajiao
Ancient town of Bajiao (Bajiao Cheng - 八角城). A walled village that was originally built in the Han Dynasty (around 2000 years ago). Bajiao Cheng is still ...
Ganjia Grasslands
Ganjia Grasslands. The whole region is covered in grasslands during the summer months and makes an enjoyable place to see some wide open spaces.
Thangka Sunning Terrace
Thangka sunning Terrace, (Over the river on the hillside). A flat stone slope on the hillside where a giant Thangka is rolled out during the Tibetan New year. ... more
Sangke Grasslands
Sangke Grassland, Xiahe, Gannan, Gansu, China
Sangke grasslands; wonderful grasslands with many nomad tents and herds of yaks and sheep. 12 km outside Xiahe is Sangke town, where most people who rent a bike... more
White Rock Cliffs
White Rock Cliffs (Bai Shi Ya - 白石崖), (Northern end of the valley). As you get closer to Bajiao Cheng, you won't be able to miss the cliffs high up in front of ... more
Darzong Lake
Darzong Lake (Da’erzong Hu - 达尔宗湖). A highland lake located at just above 3,000 meters (10,000 ft.). Forested mountains surrounding the lake on almost all sides... more
Top Places to Eat
Snowy Mountain Cafe
Renmin XiJie
, Xiahe
Snowy Mountain Cafe, Renmin XiJie (next to the Overseas Tibetan Hotel on the 2nd floor). Authentic Western food and local favorites. Currently managed by a ... more
Late Sparkie
Late Sparkie, (2 floor above Gesar). Oddly named Sichuan Hotpot place with individual pots and a selection of goat and vegetables to put in the spicy broth. ¥14... more
Gesar Restaurant
Gesar Restaurant, (On the corner of Renmin XiLu in front of the prayer wheels). One of the original places that's barely changed in years. The extensive English... more
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Top Activity Places
Hike In The Hills
Hike in the hills. take a trek for a nice view over the town or the distant snowy peaks while enjoying the peace and tranquillity, disturbed only by occasional ... more
