Millennium Walnut King
公众村千年核桃王
A wild walnut grove in Gongzhong Village on the outskirts of Bayi Town, whose main tree is about 1,600 years old, with a Gongbo folk village exhibition. It is ten minutes from the city center.
The Millennium Walnut King scenic area lies in Gongzhong Village, Bayi Town, 2 to 5 km from Nyingchi's urban center. Also known as 'Tibet's Number One Folk Village,' it has been open to visitors since 2006. More than 100 wild walnut trees grow here, the oldest about 1,600 years old, with a trunk that takes several people to encircle. It is known as the 'Walnut King.' The village preserves traditional Gongbo Tibetan houses, with folk displays, butter tea tasting and sometimes song and dance performances. The scenic area falls under Nyingchi's A-level free-admission policy (subject to the year's announcement), and a visit takes about 1 hour. Being close to downtown, it suits a relaxed visit on the afternoon of arrival to adjust to the altitude. It can also be combined into a half-day trip with Gala Peach Blossom Village and Biri Sacred Mountain.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bayi Town (Nyingchi City)
- Biri Sacred Mountain Boardwalk
- Niyang Pavilion
- Giant Cypress Park (King Cypress)
- Tsomu Jiri Lake
- Gala Peach Blossom Village
- Kading Valley
- Lamaling Monastery