Kading Valley
卡定沟
A gorge scenic area beside the Niyang River, where the Heavenly Buddha Waterfall plunges from a cliff nearly 200 meters high, its natural rock face resembling a Buddha figure.
Kading Valley lies about 25 km west of Bayi Town, beside National Highway 318 on the north bank of the Niyang River. 'Kading' means 'the place where fairies live' in Tibetan. Steep cliffs and dense forest line the gorge, and its main attraction is the Heavenly Buddha Waterfall, which drops about 200 meters. The natural textures of the cliff beside the falls are believed to resemble a Buddha, Tara and a dharma protector, and locals regard them as a miracle. A wooden boardwalk leads about 1 km to the base of the falls, and the full visit takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. Admission is about 50 yuan. Getting there: visitors heading from Lhasa toward Nyingchi by car or charter can stop here before reaching Bayi. A taxi from the city takes about 30 minutes. Note: The boardwalk is damp and slippery, and there is a risk of rockfall in the rainy season. The valley is shady, so bring a jacket. Tibetan villagers sell local specialties in the scenic area, so confirm prices before buying.
Opening hours
09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Millennium Walnut King
- Bayi Town (Nyingchi City)
- Tsomu Jiri Lake
- Niyang River Midstream Rock
- Biri Sacred Mountain Boardwalk
- Niyang Pavilion
- Giant Cypress Park (King Cypress)
- Xincuo Lake