Danba: The Living Fossil of Zhangzhung Civilization When exploring the ancient Zhangzhung Civilization—the oldest original civilization on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau—Danba in western Sichuan stands as the well-preserved hub of living Zhangzhung culture. Zhangzhung was a powerful ancient kingdom dating back to the 4th century BCE, with its original heartland in Ngari, Tibet. As the...
Danba: Sacred Faith & Timeless Jiarong Culture Hidden deep in the misty mountains of western Sichuan, Danba is the spiritual heartland of Gyarong (Jiarong) Tibetans. For thousands of years, ancient Bon faith, Tibetan Buddhism, sacred mountain worship and unique matriarchal traditions have blended together, forming a peaceful, mysterious and unforgettable mountain civilization. It is a...
Zhangzhung Civilization： The Forgotten Cradle of Tibetan Culture When talking about Tibetan culture, most people immediately think of Tibetan Buddhism, snow-capped mountains, and unique folk customs. However, few know that Zhangzhung Civilization is the real root and origin of all Tibetan cultures, a brilliant ancient civilization that once shone on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau long before...
Kuan Zhai Alley, also called Wide and Narrow Alley, located in the western center part of Chengdu city. It is said to be a must visit place if you come here. Why? Many visitor come here may only see its hustle and bustle, all kinds of shops and restaurants, what’s the differences between other commercial blocks and itself?...
The Chen Family Shrine in Wenjiang(western outskirt of Chengdu city) was first built during the Qianlong emperor period of the Qing Dynasty and enlarged it in the third year of the Tongzhi emperor period. It is a residence, ancestral shrine, as well as a beautiful traditional garden, with brick carvings, stone sculptures, calligraphy arts, wooden...
Nian Hua, Special Painting of China, Not Only New Year Paintings Now Nian Hua, or New year paintings, they are a unique genre of painting in China and a popular art form among Chinese people for more than 1300 years. Nianhua is originated from ancient “door god paintings”. In the early days, there was a close connection...
Learn Bonsai, Talk With Bonsai Master in His Garden Bonsai originated in China and dates back to the Tang Dynasty, with a history of over 1300 years. Bonsai is a microcosm of natural scenery, a comprehensive form of art that combines garden cultivation, literature, painting, and other arts into one. In the long development process...
Jiuzhaigou Valley, Fairytale Land of Your Life Saying goes: Returning from Jiuzhaigou you would not appreciate other water view any more. In the alpine mountains at the eastern edge of the Qinghai Tibet Plateau, the source of the Baishuijiang River, complex geological structure and calcified waterscape shape the unique natural scenery of Jiuzhaigou Valley: colorful and elegant...
Want To Pass Exam? Visit Wenchang Wang God Temple! In a remote small town surrounded by ancient cypress trees, there’s a special temple, people call “Grand Temple” , with enormous affection throughout China, especially for students and their parents. Why? In ancient Chinese tradition, only entering the official system was truly a good profession, and...
What may apeal you in your China travel? How about China ethnic people and ethnic cultures? Yunnan province is one of the most popular Chinatour desnations, but today we’d like to introduce you a minority in Sichuan province, which is just above the yunnan province. You’ll find that sichuan travel is also very special &...
