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Langmusi

Monks at the Sichuan Monestary perform a daily ritualNestled between the mountains on the border of Sichuan and Gansu Provinces, the tiny town of Langmusi is a timeless place. Straddling the White Dragon River, which divides the town in two, Langmusi is home to two large Tibetan Monasteries. The Namo Gorge and Huagai Mountain form a dramatic backdrop to the west while an imposing red stone cliff formation frames the tranquil village on the southeast side. Langmusi's only main street bustles with monks adorned in red robes, smiling Tibetan cowboys on motorbikes, and proud Hui Muslims. Fresh bread, yak meat in every form and Gansu's famous 8 Treasures tea are some of the staples here. Tibetans and Huis coexist in harmony and make Langmusi one of the most open, friendly and welcoming destinations in all of China. In summertime the green grass and countless wild flowers make for stunning scenery and an ideal environment for a hike or horse trek. These outdoor adventures afford visitors to Langmusi an up close experience with Tibetan herders and nomads.    

 Tibetan monuments adorn the hills of Namo Gorge   langmusi_street.jpg

 

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