Banma County Travel

A place where red memories and ecological secrets coexist — relics of the Red Army Long March interweave with primeval forests. The 3-day in-depth tour includes red education, ancient village exploration, and forest hiking.

3530

Average Altitude (m)

1936

Year Red Army Passed

200+

Century-Old Tibetan Watchtowers

5-9

Best Travel Months

Banma Primeval Forest - Sanjiangyuan Nature Reserve

Well-preserved alpine primeval forest with rich biodiversity

Banma Three-Day Red and Green Dual Tour

Follow red footprints, explore the ecological pure land

                        
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights

                        
Main Destinations
Red Army Gully, Banqian Ancient Village, Duoke River Primeval Forest

                        
Suitable For
Red tourism enthusiasts, eco-adventurers

                        
Budget per Person
¥1100-¥1600

Red Memories

Red Army Gully · Long March Relics

Highlights

Arrive in Banma in the morning, visit Red Army Gully relics in the afternoon.

Attractions

Red Army Gully

A place where the Red Army passed during the Long March, preserving relics such as temporary command posts and trenches. Houses a red education memorial hall.

Red Army Memorial Hall

A thematic exhibition hall displaying the activities of the Red Army in the Banma area, housing precious historical relics and photographs.

Practical Info

Accommodation Recommendations

Banma County Hotel
Red Theme Homestay
Tibetan Family Guesthouse

Notes

Protect revolutionary relics
Mountain roads are rugged
Large temperature difference, bring clothing

Ancient Village Exploration

Banqian Village · Thousand-Year Tibetan Village

Highlights

Full day exploring Banqian ancient village, experiencing traditional Tibetan culture.

Attractions

Banqian Ancient Village

A well-preserved Tibetan ancient village with over 200 century-old Tibetan watchtowers, known as a 'living museum of Tibetan architecture'.

Ancient Watchtower Cluster

Typical Tibetan defensive architecture, stone-wood structure combining residential and defensive functions, showcasing ancient architectural wisdom.

Practical Info

Cultural Experiences

Watchtower visit
Tibetan textile experience
Traditional song and dance performance

Notes

Respect local customs
Do not enter private homes casually
Protect ancient buildings

Eco Hike

Duoke River · Return Trip

Highlights

Morning hike in Duoke River primeval forest, return trip in the afternoon.

Attractions

Duoke River Primeval Forest

An important part of the Sanjiangyuan Nature Reserve, home to rare tree species such as spruce and fir, as well as a variety of wildlife.

Practical Info

Experience Activities

Forest hiking
Plant identification
Bird watching

Souvenir Recommendations

Wild mushrooms
Tibetan honey
Handmade Tibetan incense
Yak leather goods

Must-Try Foods in Banma County

Tibetan Clay Pot Hotpot

A Banma specialty dish made with local fresh yak meat and alpine wild vegetables, slow-cooked in a traditional clay pot. The broth is savory and the meat tender.