World of Shiqu · Paradise of Mani

Shiqu County, Ganzi Prefecture - the location of the world's longest Mani Wall and a renowned destination for grassland culture. This 2-day 1-night itinerary includes a visit to Bage Mani Wall, a pilgrimage to Songge Mani Scripture City, and exploration of Zhaxika Grassland, allowing you to experience the unique Mani culture and magnificent grassland scenery of Shiqu County.

Bage Mani Wall
Mani Culture
Zhaxika Grassland
Grassland Scenery
Songge Mani City
Religious Sacred Site
Sexu Monastery
Famous Ancient Monastery
Panoramic View of Bage Mani Wall in Shiqu County, Ganzi
Panoramic View of Bage Mani Wall in Shiqu County
Religious and Cultural Landscape of Bage Mani Wall in Shiqu County

2-Day 1-Night Mani Culture Tour of Shiqu County

Mani Culture + Grassland Scenery + Religious Sacred Sites, Experience the diverse charm of Shiqu

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Bage Mani Wall, Songge Mani Scripture City, Zhaxika Grassland, Sexu Monastery
Suitable For
Culture Enthusiasts, Religious Pilgrims, Grassland Scenery Photographers
Per Capita Budget
¥550-¥850
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Mani Culture Exploration
Pilgrimage to Bage Mani Wall and Songge Mani Scripture City
Trip Highlights

Full-day Religious and Cultural Experience

Attraction Arrangement
Bage Mani Wall
The longest Mani wall in the world, stretching 1.7 kilometers, is piled up with countless Mani stones inscribed with scriptures, and is an important sacred site of Tibetan Buddhism.
Songge Mani Scripture City
A millennium-old Mani Scripture City with a grand scale and unique architecture, it is one of the most important Mani piles in the Tibetan area.
Sexu Monastery
The only Gelugpa monastery in Kangqu area qualified to award the "Geshe" degree, with a long history and high religious status.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Respect the regulations of religious sites
  • Circumambulate scriptures clockwise
  • Keep warm in the plateau area
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels in Shiqu County Town
  • Grassland Yurts
  • Tibetan-style Homestays
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Grassland Scenery Experience
Visit to Zhaxika Grassland and Nature Reserve
Trip Highlights

Full-day Natural Scenery Experience

Attraction Arrangement
Zhaxika Grassland
The largest grassland in Sichuan, with abundant water and grass, flocks of cattle and sheep, wild flowers everywhere in summer, magnificent scenery, and an ideal place for photography and sightseeing.
Changsha Gongma National Nature Reserve
It mainly protects rare wild animals such as white-lipped deer and snow leopards, with primitive ecological environment and rich biodiversity.
Zhenda Sacred Deer Valley
A valley with beautiful ecological environment, where rare animals such as white-lipped deer often appear, it is a good place to watch wild animals and natural scenery.
Practical Information
Featured Experiences
  • Grassland Horse Riding Experience
  • Tibetan Family Visit and Exchange
  • Wildlife Observation
  • Mani Stone Pile Blessing
Return Suggestions
  • Buy Mani stone crafts
  • Taste grassland special food
  • Pay attention to plateau driving safety
  • Reserve sufficient return time

Must-Try Foods in Shiqu County

Shiqu Yak Meat

Yaks raised on the plateau in Shiqu have delicious meat and rich nutrition, and can be made into various delicacies such as air-dried meat and stewed meat.

Grassland Yogurt

Grassland yogurt made from yak milk has a mellow taste and moderate sweet and sour, and is a special food in the plateau area.

Butter Tea

A traditional Tibetan drink, boiled with butter, tea leaves and salt, with a rich fragrance, which has the effect of keeping out the cold and warming the body.

Highland Barley Cake

A traditional pasta made from plateau highland barley flour, sweet and delicious, easy to carry, suitable for eating during grassland travel.

Travel Tips for Shiqu County
Best Season
  • June-September: Best tourist season, the grassland is the most beautiful
  • July-August: Cool summer, wild flowers in bloom
  • September: Charming autumn scenery, best for photography
  • Winter: Spectacular snow scenery, keep warm
Travel Suggestions
  • Pay attention to sun protection and keep warm in plateau areas
  • Respect religious sites and customs
  • Be careful of altitude sickness
  • Pay attention to driving safety on grasslands
Practical Information
  • One of the highest county seats in the world
  • Keep warm in plateau areas
  • Protect the grassland ecological environment
  • Respect local religious culture
Transportation Guide
  • There are shuttle buses from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station to Shiqu
  • Pay attention to plateau road conditions for self-driving
  • It is recommended to charter a car or join a group tour
  • Pay attention to driving safety on grassland roads