Activities in Sìchuān
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Hiking
The surrounding hills are equally good for hiking. One option is to hike up to the only remaining part of the original town wall, by West Gate. It takes around one hour. There are three paths up, meaning you can complete a round trip. One starts beside the stream by Lánzhōu Niúròumiàn Muslim restaurant. Another leads up the hill from the post office, while a third is accessed via Guānyīn Gé temple. It's also possible to hike for about two hours to Shàngníbā Monastery in the eastern hills.
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Horse Trekking
One of the most popular ways to experience the idyllic mountain forests and emerald-green lakes surrounding Sōngpān is by joining up with a horse trek. Guides take you through pristine valleys and forests aboard a not-so-big, very tame horse. Many people rate this experience as a highlight of their Sìchuān travels.
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Outdoor Activities
Hiking opportunities abound outside of town. The hills behind the monastery are one fine option. For more ideas, talk to Mr Zheng at Tiāntiān Restaurant or to the English-speaking managers at either Potala Inn or Peace Guesthouse.
Potala Inn can also help organise horse trekking, while Peace Guesthouse can arrange renting motorbikes for the day.
Lǐtáng has a sky burial site just behind the monastery. If you do attend a sky burial, be sure to remember exactly what you are watching and treat the ceremony, and all those involved, with the utmost respect. For more details, ask Longlife, the manager of Peace Guesthouse, or Mr Zheng at Tiāntiān Restaurant.
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Shùnjiāng Horse Treks
Shùnjiāng Horse Treks have been catering horse treks to tourists for years. The majority of travellers are happy, but now and again some report somewhat apathetic guides. On offer is anything from one- to 14-day treks and trips can be tailored to suit you.
One of the most popular treks is a three- or four-day trek to Ice Mountain (雪玉顶; Xuěyùdǐng), a spectacular trip through unspoilt scenery.
Rates are around Y220 per person per day, all-inclusive. The guides take care of everything: you won't touch a tent pole or a cooking pot unless you want to. The only additional charge is entrance to the different sites and national parks visited on some of the trips, but…
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