Zaduo is a Tibetan transliteration,

It means the source of Zhaqu River.

You may be unfamiliar with this name,

But its "keyword",

There is always one that makes your heart beat.

Great beauty and miscellaneous.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

Sanjiangyuan National Park,

birthplace of the Lancang River,

The source of the Yangtze River,

China Cordyceps No. 1 County,

The most beautiful starry sky photography location,

Hometown of Chinese Snow Leopards,

Cretaceous Danxia geological landscape,

Birthplace of Snowy Yak Culture

...

Many "keywords",

Achievement of "treasure land and more"!

Great beauty and miscellaneous.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

Zaduo County belongs to Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province.

Located at the northern foot of Tanggula Mountains,

The average altitude is above 4200 meters.

Zaduo County.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

Because the Cordyceps produced are of good quality,

It is also known as the "No. 1 County of Cordyceps sinensis" in China.

Cordyceps sinensis.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

The county has a total area of ​​30,000 square kilometers,

But the total population of the county is only over 60,000.

to some extent,

This is a paradise for wild animals.

Eagle and Moon.

Wang Chushe

There is also,

High and clear sky,

criss-crossing rivers,

dotted with lakes,

The canyon cut by the knife and the axe,

The tall and green cypress,

The beautiful grassland scenery,

Colorful Tibetan folk customs

...

If you come here admiringly,

Never let people leave disappointed!

Miscellaneous morning.

Wang Chushe

October 12, 2021

Sanjiangyuan National Park was officially established,

Sanjiangyuan is also known to more people.

Jiangyuan scenery.

Photo by Shijing, Qinghai

three rivers,

Compared with the Yangtze River and the Yellow River,

The Lancang River is relatively low-key.

but it still is,

One of the largest rivers in Southwest China,

The ninth longest river in the world,

The fourth longest river in Asia.

Zhonghua Water Tower Nangqian Lancang River.

Photo by Li Xiaonan

The Lancang River originates at the northern foot of the Tanggula Mountains in Qinghai.

In the northwest of Zaduo County,

The source is 5200 meters above sea level,

The total length of the main stream is 2139 kilometers.

Great beauty and miscellaneous.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

At this time it was also called Zhaqu River,

It is already under the blue sky and white clouds, criss-crossing;

Between the cliffs, facing the boulder;

In the narrow valley, galloping and clamoring

...

The source of the beautiful river, the Lancang River.

Photo by Tudeng Huadan

As it flows from northwest to southeast it grows into the Lancang River,

It rushes out of the country through Tibet and Yunnan, and is also known as the Mekong River.

Mekong River flows through

Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam,

It finally flows into the South China Sea in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

In 2016, the six Lancang-Mekong countries used water as a medium,

The Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Mechanism was officially launched.

Up to now, Lancang-Mekong cooperation has achieved many achievements,

Bring dividends to residents along the line.

Participate in the Lancang-Mekong International Image Week team.

Photo by Liu Bing

In Zaduo County at the source of the Lancang River,

Then started the "Lanmei Wanli Tour"

"Lancang-Mekong International Image Week"

"Starry Sky Concert" and other trips to Jiangyuan.

Chardan welcome team.

Photo by Liu Bing

Meet in Angsai Grand Canyon

Angsai Township in the southeast of Zaduo County,

It is the core protected area of ​​Lancang River source area of ​​Sanjiangyuan National Park.

It is also the first in Sanjiangyuan National Park

Carry out the pilot program of ecological experience franchising activities,

It is a check-in place for tourists to have ecological experience.

The territory is dominated by mountains,

There is the famous Angsai Grand Canyon.

Ansai Grand Canyon.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is preserved here

The most complete Cretaceous Danxia geological landscape.

horizontal thick red conglomerate,

After long-term weathering and stripping and water erosion,

Form stone walls, pinnacles, pillars, cliffs, etc.

Variety of landforms.

Angsai Grand Canyon wall-mounted road.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

Stepping on the green meadows of Onsai,

Looking up, you can see the eagle soaring in the sky,

When you turn around, you can listen to the roaring waters of the Lancang River,

Calm down and watch Yunjuan Yunshu,

The soul seems to have been bathed in baptism.

Lancang River.

Photo by Contyson

And the Fotou Mountain created by nature's uncanny workmanship,

From a distance, it looks like a Buddha's head,

Silently witnessing the change of seasons.

Fotou Mountain sunset.

Photo by Liu Bing

The ancient cypresses stand on the hillside,

Echoing with Fotou Mountain,

Quietly guarding the sun, moon and stars in the canyon.

Cooper.

Photo by He Qiannan

The mysterious Millennium White Tower has been baptized by the years,

The color is like new.

Ancient murals, spiral stone, Tianzhu stone,

Riyue Cave, Sanskrit stone carvings and other historical and cultural relics,

Make this place even more mysterious.

white tower.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

Sen Asai ruins during King Gesar’s time,

Leave people with infinite reverie.

White Tower Ruins.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

There is also the yak known as the "boat of the plateau",

Play freely on the grass.

yak.

Photo by Xu Xun

After enjoying the beauty of nature to the fullest,

You can also go to the black tent to experience the simple Tibetan style.

Taste tsampa, milk tea, yogurt, hand-picked beef and mutton, etc.

Tibetan cuisine.

Tibetan style.

Photo by Xu Xun

under the white clouds,

The peaks of the canyon stand tall, snow leopards, lynxes, hares, etc.

Felines are active,

This makes it a veritable "Valley of Big Cats".

It has the reputation of "Hometown of Snow Leopards in China".

Great beauty and miscellaneous.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

In recent years,

The flagship species, the snow leopard, makes occasional appearances in front of the observation cameras.

Come here to "encounter" snow leopards,

Becoming the dream of many travellers.

Ecological guard "Big Cat Valley" took a "photograph" for the snow leopard.

Photo by Tashi Dawa

Except for snow leopards,

Macaques, blue sheep, foxes, wolves, eagles, vultures, etc.

Nearly a hundred species of animals also live freely here.

Blue sheep walk and run on the hillside.

Photo by Zhao Xiaoyu

Every July and August,

The rainy season in Sanjiangyuan is coming,

The Lancang River has also become turbulent and turbid.

At this time, take the boat down the river,

Not only can you enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the strait,

You can also feel the power of nature.

Lancang River drifting.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

In 2019,

Lancang River Rafting

Access to Angsai Grand Canyon in Sanjiangyuan National Park

Eco Experience and Environmental Education Franchise License,

It attracts river explorers from all over the world to experience "rafting".

This ecotourism project,

Not only can improve the economic benefits of herdsmen,

It can also prevent environmental pollution.

Chinese and foreign guests experience rafting on the Lancang River.

Photo by Ma Mingyan

There are also 21 natural experience reception families for training and employment,

Receiving natural experience visitors from China and abroad.

Show photos of snow leopards taken to nature experiencers.

Photo by Zhao Xiaoyu

As of November 2021,

Angsai Nature Experience Project has received a total of 479 people,

The total income is 1.7372 million yuan,

The average income of host families increased by 37,000 yuan.

The host family tells the story of the snow leopard.

Photo by Xu Xun

The starry sky is speechless, carrying a deep confession

When night falls,

Onsai transformed into Dark Night Park,

The starry sky becomes the main character.

Because it is closer to the sky,

The stars are within reach as if they had fallen on the treetops.

Ba Ai Chung Camp - Star Room and Starry Sky.

Photo by Jiang Chenming

Under the sky,

Come to a Tibetan-style bonfire party.

Tall fires draw circles of light,

A group of people singing and dancing around the bonfire,

With the brightest smiles on their faces.

Campfire.

Photo by He Qiannan

Looking at the starry sky by the Lancang River,

Meteors passing by from time to time take away "wish",

The splendid Milky Way also makes people leave all their troubles behind.

Onsai Grand Canyon Perseid Meteor.

Photo by Liu Bing

late at night,

Lying in the tent of Starry Sky Camp in Angsai Grand Canyon,

Moonlight fell on the bed.

Sleeping with the stars,

The dream is also full of the "taste" of stars.

Star room and starry sky.

Photo by Jiang Chenming


it's here,

camera lens only

It will be able to record people's star-chasing stories.

Mobile phone shooting Angsai Grand Canyon Starry Sky Camp.

Photo by He Qiannan


Or use a time-lapse lens,

Record the changes in the starry sky between the dark blue sky,

Leaving circle after circle of brilliant concentric circles.

Ba Ai Chung Camp - Star Room and Starry Sky.

Photo by Jiang Chenming


Encounter with Chadan Wetland

If the Ansai Grand Canyon is like

Thick, resolute, strong man,

Chadan Wetland is that

Atmospheric, intellectual, gentle woman.

They are beauties created by nature's skillful hand,

carry everything,

Conceive life.

Chardan Wetland.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

Chadan Wetland is located in the west of Zaduo County, Yushu Prefecture, Qinghai Province.

south to Tibet,

It is the largest peat wetland in the source region of the Yangtze River.

The source of the Yangtze River Dangqu originated here.

The origin of the Yangtze River is a song.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

When standing on the mountain overlooking the entire Chadan Wetland,

The water pools are like "pearls",

Inlaid in the green grassland,

Before I know it, I will think of Bai Juyi's writing

"Big pearls and small pearls falling on a jade plate".

Chardan Wetland.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

in the meantime,

The water is crystal clear,

The blue sky and white clouds within reach are reflected under your feet,

Dotted with algae flowers,

Cover the entire grassland with green grass,

Even to the horizon.

Wildflowers in the water pond of Chadan Wetland.

Photo taken by Dingbujiang during the day

Tents with smoke floating by the river,

wandering herds of cattle and sheep,

The horses grazing leisurely,

The calm waterfowl that breaks the face,

Occasionally passing Tibetan wild donkeys

...

Added infinite vitality to the wetland.

Chadan Wetland hides wild donkeys.

Photo by Zhao Linsong

Whenever evening comes,

The sun shines on the water,

A little bit of golden light puts on the splendid evening dress for the grass beach,

Invite everyone to a secret appointment.

Chadan wetland sunset.

Photo taken by Dingbujiang during the day

The beauty of Chadan Wetland,

Not only the beauty in the natural landscape,

It is also beautiful in its unique cultural and ethnic customs.

horse riding.

Photo taken by Dingbujiang during the day

After arriving at the wetlands,

Tibetan compatriots dressed in costumes,

Raise the flag high,

Riding a horse along the road welcomes you.

Chardan welcome team.

Photo by Liu Bing

Enthusiastic Tibetan girls and boys dance Hada,

A "Tashi Dele",

Offer sincere wishes to the guests.

Chadan welcome team presented hada.

Photo by Liu Bing

melodious toast song,

Freshly brewed Cordyceps wine,

Warm butter tea,

Tea boiled on a Tibetan clay stove.

like.

Wang Chushe

one last bowl

Soft and sweet ginseng fruit yak yoghurt,

It's like drinking the whole snow mountain!

Taste the yogurt.

Wang Chushe

Handsome "Tashi",

The beautiful "Dolma",

Riding the horse and raising the whip, he galloped on the grassland.

happy smiling face

Reflected in the water with the blue sky and white clouds,

Beauty becomes a painting.

group photo.

Photo taken by Dingbujiang during the day

Put down the whip and become an ecological steward

In the variegated prairie,

You can always see the ecological stewards,

holding a plastic bag,

Pick up trash.

Pick up trash.

Photo courtesy of Yushu State Propaganda Department

once Upon a time,

Due to natural changes, human activities and other factors,

Leading to the degradation of the Three Rivers Grassland and the cut-off of the source of the river

...

Fotou Mountain in winter.

Photo provided by Propaganda Department of Zaduo County Party Committee

Today, in Sanjiangyuan National Park,

Each household has one or more ecological management staff with certificates.

They manage grasslands, observe ecology, and monitor climate

...

Become an important force in biodiversity conservation.

look.

Photo by Xu Xun

Ecological management income,

Eco Experience Franchising,

More and more herders

Become a beneficiary of Jiangyuan ecological protection.

Singing songs to welcome guests from afar.

Photo by Kang Taisen

such a beautiful place,

Always come once in a lifetime.

Zadou is ready,

Waiting for you to come here and drop your bags.

Night in Chadan Wetland.

Photo by He Qiannan

Take everyone to experience the "third pole of the world" and

The biodiversity of the "Chinese Water Tower",

Appreciate the unique charm of Tibetan culture,

Explore the true meaning of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.

play.

Photo by Hu Jinxi

  Author: He Qiannan