Yajiang

At 4298 meters, this pass offers panoramic views of snow peaks and valleys. It's a key stop on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway, where you can feel the altitude and see prayer flags fluttering in the wind.

Known as the 'Photographer's Paradise', this area features rolling hills, Tibetan villages, and golden fields. Best visited in autumn when the poplar trees turn yellow, creating a stunning contrast with the blue sky.

A sacred Gelugpa monastery set against the vast Tagong grasslands. The white pagoda and golden roof are iconic, and you can join pilgrims in their kora around the temple, surrounded by nomad tents and yaks.

One of the largest monasteries in the Kham region, housing over 800 monks. Its grand halls and colorful murals offer a deep insight into Tibetan Buddhism, and the surrounding town is the highest in the world at 4014m.

A turquoise glacial lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests. The reflection of the peaks on the calm water is breathtaking, and you can visit the nearby village to experience local Tibetan hospitality.

The world's deepest canyon, carved by the Yarlung Zangbo River. Its dramatic cliffs and lush vegetation are home to rare wildlife. A trek along the rim offers unforgettable views of the river's turquoise flow.