Mount Gongga

Introduction 

Rising 7,556 meters above sea level, Mount Gongga (Minya Konka) is the highest peak in Sichuan Province and the easternmost 7,000-meter peak on Earth. Known as "The King of Sichuan Mountains", this majestic snow-capped giant offers breathtaking glaciers, alpine lakes, and sacred Tibetan cultural sites.  


Why Visit Gongga? 

✅ Unique Landscapes 

- Glaciers: Hailuogou Glacier (lowest altitude maritime glacier in Asia)  

- Alpine Lakes: Cold Gongga Lake (mirror-like reflections)  

- Sunrise/Sunset: Golden light on snow peaks (best at Zimei Pass)  


✅ Cultural Significance 

- Sacred mountain in Tibetan Buddhism  

- Ancient Tea-Horse Road passage  


✅ Adventure Activities  

- High-altitude trekking (permit required)  

- Photography hotspots (ranked among "China’s Top 10 Snow Mountains")  


Key Attractions 


Hailuogou Glacier Park+ Redstone + Ice

Zimei Pass + Closest viewpoint (4,500m)

Lenggazong + Classic reflection spot

Xinduqiao+Photographer’s Paradise


2025 Travel Tips  


🚗 Transportation 

From Chengdu: 5h drive via Ya'an-Kangding Expressway  

-New in 2025: Shuttle buses from Moxi Town to Glacier Park  


🏔️ Altitude Advice  

- Acclimatize in Kangding (2,560m) first  

- Carry oxygen cans (available at base camps)