Yi Sea Alliance · Lingshan Holy Land · Aerospace Mianning

Mianning County, Liangshan Prefecture — the site of the Yi Sea Alliance during the Red Army's Long March, the Buddhist holy land of Lingshan, and the location of the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. A 3-day 2-night trip to visit Yi Sea, worship at Lingshan, and watch satellites, experiencing the perfect fusion of red culture and modern aerospace technology in Mianning.

Yi Sea Alliance

Red Memory

Lingshan Temple

Buddhist Holy Land

Satellite Launch

Aerospace Technology

400,000

Population

Mianning County Yi Sea Scenery

The memorial site of the Yi Sea Alliance, an important historical site of the Red Army's Long March, with beautiful lake and mountain scenery

Mianning County Three Days Two Nights Red Culture Tour

Red memory + Buddhist culture + aerospace technology, feel the unique charm of Mianning

                    
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights

                    
Main Destinations
Yi Sea Alliance Site, Lingshan Temple, Satellite Launch Base

                    
Target Audience
History and culture enthusiasts, red tourism lovers, Buddhist pilgrims, tech explorers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥600-¥1100

Red Memory

Yi Sea Alliance In-Depth Experience

Highlights

Full day tour of Yi Sea, feel the red culture

Attraction Arrangements

Yi Sea Alliance Site

An important historical site during the Red Army's Long March, where Liu Bocheng and Xiao Yedan formed an alliance. It is a National Patriotic Education Demonstration Base and a classic red tourism scenic spot.

Yi Sea

An alpine freshwater lake with clear water and green mountains surrounding it, offering beautiful scenery. It is the historical witness site of the Yi Sea Alliance.

Alliance Memorial Hall

A special memorial hall showcasing the historical background, process, and significance of the Yi Sea Alliance. It is an important venue for understanding this period of red history.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Learn about historical background
Prepare camera for recording
Respect red culture
Wear comfortable shoes

Accommodation Recommendations

Yihai Hotel
Mianning County hotel
Characteristic B&B

Buddhist Culture

Lingshan Temple In-Depth Worship

Highlights

Full day worshipping at Lingshan Temple, feel Buddhist culture

Attraction Arrangements

Lingshan Temple

A famous Buddhist holy land, first built in the Qing Dynasty. The temple features towering ancient trees and a serene environment, making it an important Buddhist activity site in the southwest of Sichuan.

Lingshan Scenic Area

A scenic area centered around Lingshan Temple, featuring magnificent mountain scenery, dense vegetation, and fresh air, making it an ideal place for self-cultivation and relaxation.

Yele Lake

An alpine lake with clear water, surrounded by primeval forests and beautiful ecological environment, making it a great place for photography and leisure.

Practical Information

Worship Guidelines

Follow temple rules
Keep quiet and solemn
Respect religious beliefs
Dress appropriately

Special Experiences

Buddhist cultural experience
Ancient temple photography
Landscape sightseeing
Vegetarian cuisine tasting

Aerospace Technology

Satellite Base Visit & Return Journey

Highlights

Visit the satellite base in the morning, return in the afternoon

Attraction Arrangements

Xichang Satellite Launch Center

An important satellite launch base in China, known as the "Oriental Houston". You can visit the launch site, command center, and other facilities to learn about China's aerospace achievements.

Aerospace Technology Exhibition Hall

A special exhibition hall showcasing the history and achievements of China's aerospace development, featuring exhibits such as rocket models and satellite artifacts, suitable for science education.

Mianning Specialty Market

A market集中销售冕宁特产的集市，可购买火腿、花椒、野生菌、中药材等当地特色产品。

Practical Information

Visit Guidelines

Book visits in advance
Bring ID card
Observe confidentiality regulations
No photography in restricted areas

Shopping Recommendations

Mianning ham
Premium Sichuan pepper
Wild mushrooms
Chinese medicinal herbs
Aerospace souvenirs

Must-Try Foods in Mianning County

Mianning Ham

A traditional famous product of Mianning, made from high-quality pork through a special curing process. The meat is tender and fragrant, renowned both within and outside the province.

Yi Tuotuo Meat

A traditional Yi dish where large chunks of pork are boiled and dipped in seasoning. The meat is tender and flavorful, reflecting the bold culinary culture of the Yi people.

Lingshan Vegetarian Cuisine

A specialty vegetarian cuisine from Lingshan Temple, made with fresh local ingredients. It has a light flavor and rich nutrition, and is deeply loved by tourists.

Buckwheat Cake (Kuqiao Baba)

A traditional food made from Mianning highland buckwheat, with a fragrant, glutinous texture and rich nutrition, known for its health benefits like lowering blood sugar.

Mianning County Travel Tips

Best Seasons