Xinlong County

The heart of Kham in the Yalong River gorge, with unspoiled local customs, monasteries and alpine lakes scattered about, and relatively few visitors.

Xinlong County belongs to Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, in the center of the prefecture. The Yalong River runs the full length of the county, carving a deep canyon landscape, and the area was historically known as Zhanduì. It retains a strong Kham Tibetan flavor, with traditional Tibetan homes and monasteries scattered across valleys and slopes, and alpine lakes such as Cuoka Lake offer a quiet setting. Tourism development is limited, so it suits travelers who prefer an authentic experience. The weather is best in summer and autumn, and winter is cold. Reach it by road from Garzê Gesar Airport or from the Garzê and Litang directions.

Destinations

• Xinlong (Nyagrong)

Itineraries

• Western Sichuan Grand Loop: Seda & Daocheng – A panoramic loop from Danba, Seda, Garzê, and Xinlong south to Litang and Daocheng, returning to Chengdu along Highway…