Lulang Town, Tibet: The “Eastern Switzerland” & Alpine Meadow Paradise

Lulang Town: A Hidden Tibetan Paradise Amid Forests and Rivers
Just 10 km down from Lulang Forest, you’ll arrive at Lulang Town, sitting at an altitude of 3,280 meters. The town is adorned with traditional red-and-white Tibetan architecture, nestled beside a wide flowing river, with distant mountains and vast skies overhead. It resembles a dreamlike Jiangnan-style village, uniquely Tibetan yet subtly poetic.

Built alongside the water, Lulang blends forests, grasslands, and villages, where man-made structures and nature harmoniously coexist. Spring brings wildflowers, summer offers lush canopies, autumn paints the fields gold, and winter presents blue skies and crystal waters — every season feels like a postcard.

Nearby lies Zhaxigang Village, about 80 km from Bayi Town — a peaceful village surrounded by golden wheat fields in autumn, chirping birds, and tasteful Tibetan-style guesthouses. It’s a highland retreat worth staying overnight.

Lulang Town – A Highland Ecotourism Gem Surrounded by Snowy Mountains and Forests
Located in Bayi District, Nyingchi City, Tibet Autonomous Region, Lulang Town is famous for its poetic slogan: “Snowy peaks and forest seas, cloud waves and colorful sunsets, four seasons on one ridge, and scenic views at every turn.”

Blessed with lush mountains and clear rivers, the people of Lulang have embraced ecotourism as their path to prosperity. By developing environmentally friendly tourism, the town has achieved a model of eco-driven growth and tourism-powered revitalization.

Lulang today stands as a shining example of “beautiful ecology and thriving communities,” offering travelers a perfect blend of natural splendor and cultural authenticity.

Lulang – A Highland Wonderland Rich in Nature, Cuisine, and Culture
Lulang Town offers abundant tourism resources, featuring glacial landscapes, alpine valleys, and diverse flora and fauna. Its mild climate and lush environment make it an ideal eco-tourism destination year-round.

Highlights include the AAAA-rated Sejila National Forest Park and the Lulang Forest Sea, where dense forests and misty peaks create a dreamlike natural scene.

Lulang is also known for its unique forest-based specialties, such as Rhodiola (hand-shaped root), matsutake mushrooms, oak fungi, porcini, and pine mushrooms, all prized for their nutritional value and rich flavors.

The Motuo stone pot, a traditional handcrafted cooking vessel, is especially popular for preparing wild mushrooms. It typically costs RMB 2,000–3,000 and must be pre-ordered from local artisans. Prices for mushrooms and Rhodiola vary by season.