Xionglongxi Tibetan Villages
雄龙西藏寨
A cluster of Tibetan villages in Xionglong West Township, with tower-style houses scattered between snowy pastures and highland barley fields. They have become popular in recent years for photography and Tibetan homestays.
Xionglong West Township lies about 40 kilometers northwest of Xinlong County town. Several Tibetan villages are spread along the valley, with stone-and-timber Tibetan houses, prayer flags and barley fields forming a typical Kham rural landscape, backed by the sacred Mount Zha'a. Homestays in the villages let you experience Tibetan life, such as drinking butter tea and eating tsampa. In summer, the meadows are covered in wildflowers. Some sections of the access road are narrow, and rockfalls are a risk during the rainy season. Respect local religious customs, and ask for permission before photographing people.
Opening hours
All day