Xiahe

Top Places to Visit

Ancient Town Of Bajiao

Ancient town of Bajiao (Bajiao Cheng - 八角城). A walled village that was originally built in the Han Dynasty (around 2000 years ago). Bajiao Cheng is still ...

Ganjia Grasslands

Ganjia Grasslands. The whole region is covered in grasslands during the summer months and makes an enjoyable place to see some wide open spaces.  

Sangke Grasslands

Sangke grasslands; wonderful grasslands with many nomad tents and herds of yaks and sheep. 12 km outside Xiahe is Sangke town, where most people who rent a bike... more

White Rock Cliffs

White Rock Cliffs (Bai Shi Ya - 白石崖), (Northern end of the valley). As you get closer to Bajiao Cheng, you won't be able to miss the cliffs high up in front of ... more

Darzong Lake

Darzong Lake (Da’erzong Hu - 达尔宗湖). A highland lake located at just above 3,000 meters (10,000 ft.). Forested mountains surrounding the lake on almost all sides... more

Top Places to Eat

Snowy Mountain Cafe

Renmin XiJie , Xiahe

Snowy Mountain Cafe, Renmin XiJie (next to the Overseas Tibetan Hotel on the 2nd floor). Authentic Western food and local favorites. Currently managed by a ... more

Late Sparkie

Late Sparkie, (2 floor above Gesar). Oddly named Sichuan Hotpot place with individual pots and a selection of goat and vegetables to put in the spicy broth. ¥14... more

Gesar Restaurant

Gesar Restaurant, (On the corner of Renmin XiLu in front of the prayer wheels). One of the original places that's barely changed in years. The extensive English... more