Luqu County Travel
Luqu County, Gannan, Gansu - A Tibetan secret land and ecological treasure trove. Explore the geological wonders of Zecha Stone Forest, pilgrimage to the Tibetan Buddhist sacred site of Langmu Temple, and visit the wetland ecology of Gahai Lake. A 2-day 1-night itinerary combining natural and cultural experiences.
2-Day 1-Night Tibetan Secret Tour in Luqu County
Explore plateau stone forests, pay homage to Buddhist sacred sites, stroll along wetland lakesides, and experience diverse cultures
Arrive in Luqu and explore the geological wonders of Zecha Stone Forest. Visit the Tibetan Buddhist sacred site of Langmu Temple in the afternoon.
- Tibetan-style Guesthouses in Langmusi Town
- Hotels in Luqu County Seat
- Homestays in Zecha Scenic Area
- Tibetan Bao (Steamed Tibetan Buns)
- Yogurt
- Zanba (Tibetan Barley Flour)
- Respect religious customs
- Protect against sun and keep warm on plateau
- Protect geological environment
Visit Gahai Lake National Nature Reserve in the morning. Free time in the afternoon to buy special souvenirs and end the trip.
- About 50 km from county seat to Gahai Lake
- Recommended to go by chartered car
- Zecha Stone Forest: ¥70
- Langmu Temple: ¥30
- Gahai Lake: ¥50
- Tibetan Buddhist culture experience
- Plateau hiking
- Bird watching and photography
Must-Try Foods in Luqu County
Tibetan Bao (Steamed Tibetan Buns)
Special pasta of Luqu, with crispy outer skin and filling mainly of yak meat or mutton, is a traditional food for Tibetan people to entertain guests.
Yogurt
Special plateau dairy product, fermented from yak milk, with mellow taste and rich nutrition, is an excellent product to supplement energy.
Butter Tea
Daily drink of Tibetans, boiled with butter, tea leaves and salt, fragrant and delicious, can relieve altitude discomfort.
- May-October: Pleasant climate and best scenery
- July-August: Summer resort
- September-October: Charming autumn scenery
- Tibetan Bao
- Yogurt
- Butter Tea
- Hand-grasped Mutton
- Tickets: About ¥150
- Accommodation: ¥200-350/night
- Catering: ¥80-120/day
- Transportation: ¥120-180
- Total: ¥650-950
- What are the characteristics of Zecha Stone Forest? → The only plateau stone forest landscape in Tibet-inhabited areas
- How long is the history of Langmu Temple? → Founded in 1748, more than 270 years ago
- What rare animals are there in Gahai Lake? → Habitat for rare birds such as black-necked cranes
- How to deal with altitude sickness? → Avoid strenuous exercise and drink more butter tea