Danba Village

Danba village is located in the east of Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture; it is the east gate of Garze. Covering a vast area of 5649 square kilometers, Danba features in the mountain confrontation, ridges and peaks, deep canyon and unique scenery.

Danba village has rich and colorful btourist resources, such as singular magnificent natural landscapes, charming magnificent national amorous feelings, ancient and mysterious national history and culture. It is one of the best destination to return to nature, enjoy the leisure vacation and adventure tours all over the world.
 

What to See at Danba Tibetan Villages

Jiaju Tibetan Village

Jiaju Tibetan Village is located in the northwest of Danba County, which is 6 kilometers from the county. With an altitude of 1,800 to 2,000 meters, there are about 270 houses at Jiaju Tibetan Village. The Tibetan-style houses are located in the mountainside, which are picturesque and attractive. Jiaju Tibetan Village is called one of the most beautiful villages in China.

Jiaju Tibetan Village is always beautiful in different seasons. And the best time to visit the Danba Village will depend on your preference. In spring, you can see the peach flower blossoms at Jiaju Tibetan Village. In summer, you can enjoy the lush surroundings and the beautiful design of Tibetan village. And the Jiaju Tibetan Village is more picturesque when surrounded by the cooking smoke. In autumn, the Jiaju Tibetan Village is surrounded by the colorful forests. In winter, the Jiaju Tibetan Village is covered by snow, which is a white world.

Zhonglu Tibetan Village

Zhonglu Tibetan Village is located in the foot of the Moerduo Mountain, which is famous for ancient watchtowers, Tibetan-style houses and splendid terraces.

With an altitude of 1,700-5,000 meters, Jikayi Village is located in the Zhonglu Tibetan Village of Danba. There are some old pear trees at the Jikayi Village. In spring, the pear flower blossoms are impressive. The Tibetan-style houses, the pear flowers, the lush trees of the mountains and the cooking smoke compose of a beautiful picture. At the Jikayi Village of Zhonglu Tibetan Village, you can overlook the Dadu River. In autumn, the colorful trees make the Jikayi Village more beautiful. In winter, the Jikayi Village may be covered with the snow, and you can also see the snow mountain in the distance.
 

Suopo Ancient Watchtowers

Suopo Ancient Watchtowers are designed and created by Tibetan villagers in the past. The history of the Suopo Ancient Watchtowers can be traced to Qin Dynasty. These ancient watchtowers are made of stone and soil, with a height of 20 to 50 meters. Though there were wars and earthquakes at the Danba, the Suopo Ancient Watchtowers still stand here.

The best time to visit the Suopo Ancient Watchtowers is autumn. During this time, the forests at Danba are colorful. The Suopo Ancient Watchtowers are more beautiful with the colorful forests. The moment of sunset is the best time to photograph the Suopo Ancient Watchtowers in Danba.
 

Things to do and see

Danba has the unique and complex geological structure and metamorphic rock drainage. It has become the geological research hotspot. Due to the nature's uncanny workmanship, this village has a unique river landscape, meteorological landscape and natural scenery.

Here, you can appreciate the different beauty of the plateau and wide vision. In summer, everywhere is green, flowers blooming like a piece of brocade. While in the end of October, it appears to be golden yellow. In the morning and in the evening, you can enjoy the wonderful light and shadow magic from the distant mountains and rural village in the sunshine.

Danba has the reputation of " A country with thousand blockhouses" ", "Beauty Valley". Countless shuttle slope ancient blockhouse group can be seen in the stockaded village, ridge and strategic pass. Those ancient blockhouses have one thousand years history. After the war and the wind and the rain erosion, the test of earthquake, they still stand majestically. They have formed the wonders; and the art of buildings can be superb excellent and amazing. During the flourishing days of Danba, the amount of the blockhouses had reached no less than 3000. Looking at those thickly dotted blockhouse group, you will feel how spectacular they are.
 

Best Time to Visit Danba Tibetan Villages

Danba Tibetan Villages are always beautiful in different seasons. The best time to visit Danba Tibetan Villages depend on the scenery you prefer. In spring, you can see the picturesque pear flower blossoms at Jikayi Village at the Zhonglu Tibetan Village. In summer, you can enjoy the characteristic Tibetan villages as well as the lush and green surroundings. In autumn, the Tibetan villages are surrounded by colorful forests, which makes the villages more attractive. In winter, the villages, terraces and trees are covered by the white snow, which is pure and peaceful.
 

How to Plan A Trip to Danba

A Day Trip to Danba: Jiaju Tibetan Village and Suopo Ancient Watchtowers

If you only have a day in Danba, you can drive to Jiaju Tibetan Village from the Danba County. Then explore the Jiaju Tibetan Village and Suopo Ancient Watchtowers. After that, you can get back.
 

Two Days in Danba

Day 1: Jikayi Village

Day 2: Suopo Ancient Watchtowers

On the first day, you can explore the Jikayi Village of Zhonglu Tibetan Village. During this day, you can experience the slow-paced life of the local Tibetan people and fully experience their customs and culture. At night, you can stay in the Tibetan Village. If you are lucky, you can enjoy the starry sky in the evening.

On the second day, you can explore the Suopo Ancient Watchtowers. Then get back.