Sacred Mountain of the East · Red Xiaojin

Xiaojin County, Aba Prefecture — home to Four Girls Mountain and a key node on the Red Army's Long March. A 2-day-1-night itinerary exploring the natural wonders of Four Girls Mountain, visiting the Dawei Meeting Site, and touring the Wori Tusi Fortress to experience Xiaojin's magnificent natural scenery and profound Red culture.

Four Girls Mountain
Sacred Mountain of the East
Dawei Meeting
Red Memory
Wori Fortress
Jiarong Culture
Jiajinshan Mountain
Long March Strategic Pass
Four Girls Mountain in Xiaojin County, Aba
Four Girls Mountain Panorama, Xiaojin County
The magnificent landscape of Yaomei Peak, Four Girls Mountain in Xiaojin County

Xiaojin County 2-Day-1-Night Nature and Culture Journey

Sacred mountain wonders + Red memory + Jiarong customs, experience the diverse charm of Xiaojin

Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Four Girls Mountain, Dawei Meeting Site, Wori Tusi Fortress, Jiajinshan Mountain
Suitable For
Mountaineering enthusiasts, history and culture lovers, photography enthusiasts, Red tourism fans
Per Capita Budget
¥600-¥900
01
Sacred Mountain Exploration Journey
Four Girls Mountain Sightseeing & Red Site Visit
Itinerary Highlights

Full-day natural and cultural experience.

Attraction Arrangements
Four Girls Mountain
One of China's top ten mountaineering mountains, consisting of four continuous peaks. The highest peak, Yaomei Peak, stands at 6,250 meters above sea level, hailed as the "Oriental Alps."
Shuangqiao Valley
One of the most beautiful valleys in Four Girls Mountain, with mountains on both sides, each peak different from the next. Every scene is distinct, truly a case of "viewed from the side, peaks and ridges appear different."
Dawei Meeting Site
The site where the Red Army's First and Fourth Front Armies held a victorious meeting during the Long March in 1935. A meeting monument and memorial hall have been built, making it an important Red tourism and patriotism education base.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Take cold protection measures in high-altitude areas
  • Professional equipment required for mountaineering
  • Respect Red culture sites
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Siguniangshan Town Hotels
  • Xiaojin County Center Hotels
  • Tibetan-style Characteristic Inns
02
Cultural Experience Journey
Fortress Exploration & Long March Culture Study
Itinerary Highlights

Full-day cultural in-depth experience.

Attraction Arrangements
Wori Tusi Fortress
A well-preserved Jiarong Tibetan Tusi fortress architectural complex, first built during the Qing Dynasty. The unique architectural style makes it an important venue for studying Jiarong Tibetan culture and architectural art.
Jiajinshan Mountain
The first great snowy mountain crossed by the Red Army during the Long March, at an elevation of 4,114 meters. A Long March monument has been erected, making it an important Red tourism and patriotism education base.
Lianghekou Conference Site
The site of the 1935 Lianghekou Conference of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee. This conference determined the strategic policy of the Red Army's northward resistance against Japan, holding an important place in the history of the Chinese revolution.
Practical Information
Special Experiences
  • Jiarong Family Visit Experience
  • Tibetan Song and Dance Learning
  • Red Culture Study
  • Alpine Hiking Exploration
Return Journey Suggestions
  • Purchase Tibetan handicrafts
  • Taste local specialty foods
  • Pay attention to mountain road safety
  • Allow ample time for the return trip

Xiaojin County Must-Try Foods

Xiaojin Apple

A Xiaojin specialty. Thanks to abundant sunshine and large diurnal temperature variation, the apples have high sugar content and a crisp, sweet taste. They have received National Geographical Indication Product certification and are a famous local specialty.

Yak Beef Hot Pot

Selected from free-range highland yak beef, paired with local wild mushrooms and vegetables. The broth is fresh and flavorful, with tender meat — a Xiaojin County specialty.

Butter Tea

A traditional Tibetan beverage brewed with yak butter, tea leaves, and salt. Fragrant, smooth, and mellow — an essential drink for hosting guests, with the effect of warding off cold and restoring energy.

Highland Barley Wine

A traditional alcoholic beverage brewed from highland barley, with moderate alcohol content and a mellow, smooth taste. It is an important drink for Tibetan festivals and celebration events.

Xiaojin County Travel Tips
Best Seasons
  • June-August: Cool summer, ideal for mountaineering
  • September-October: Crisp autumn air, apple harvest season
  • April-May: Spring warmth and blooming flowers, scenery at its best
  • Winter: Snow-covered mountain scenery, pay attention to cold protection
Travel Suggestions
  • Professional guide required for Four Girls Mountain climbing
  • Take cold protection and sun protection measures in high-altitude areas
  • Respect Tibetan religious customs
  • Maintain solemnity at Red culture sites
Practical Information
  • Four Girls Mountain Scenic Area requires ticket purchase
  • Take precautions against altitude sickness in high-altitude areas
  • Note the opening hours of each attraction
  • Protect the natural ecological environment
Transportation Guide
  • Direct buses are available from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station to Xiaojin
  • Pay attention to mountain road safety when self-driving
  • Mountain roads are winding and steep
  • Chartered car or group tour is recommended

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