Mount Genyen
格聂
A sacred mountain in Kham at 6,204 meters, surrounded by snowy peaks, glaciers, and alpine meadows. It has become western Sichuan's most popular hidden hiking destination in recent years.
Genyen Peak stands at 6,204 meters and is the highest peak of the Shaluli Mountains. Tibetan Buddhism regards it as one of the Thirteen Sacred Mountains of Kham. At its foot are glaciers, snow lakes, alpine meadows, and the ancient Lenggu Monastery. The landscape is wild and magnificent. In recent years it has been developed as a scenic area. The northern and southern sections can be explored by car or on foot. The classic route is the multi-day trek around Genyen Mountain. It takes three to four hours from Litang County town to Genyen Town, mostly on gravel roads. It is advisable to hire an off-road vehicle and travel with companions. Admission fees, transport between areas, and opening times depend on announcements from the scenic area. The altitude is high and the weather is changeable, so bring plenty of warm clothing and sun protection.
Opening hours
Open all day (scenic area opening dates per announcements)
Nearby sights
- Lenggu Monastery
- Eye of Genyen
- Maoya Grassland
- Wuliang River Valley
- Tsangyang Gyatso Museum
- Lithang Old Town & Thousand-Household Tibetan Village
- Haizi Mountain
- Litang