Matters needing attention in traveling to Gannan

1. Weather

There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Gannan area, and the weather is changeable, and there are often sudden storms. Be sure to take cold-proof clothes and prepare umbrellas, raincoats and rain boots for emergencies. When it is sunny, the sun is fierce and the ultraviolet rays are strong, you must have sunscreen products such as hats, sunscreen and sunglasses.

There are many grasslands and hills in Gannan. On rainy days, the roads are extremely muddy, and some sections will be difficult to walk. Be sure to check the weather conditions before going out.

2. Traveling by car

Gannan area is vast and sparsely populated, with scattered scenic spots and inconvenient transportation. It is recommended to travel by car if possible. For the sake of safety and funds, it is best to travel together, which can share the fare and take care of each other.

you can smoke by car in northwest China, so if you take the shuttle bus, you must occupy a favorable position by the window to ensure that the window can be opened. On the one hand, it is convenient to enjoy the scenery along the way, and on the other hand, you can get fresh air along the way.

3. customs and taboos

Tibetans are a nation that believes in Buddhism. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Please be sure to respect local customs.

1.? Offering Hada is the highest etiquette for Tibetan guests, which shows warm welcome and sincere respect to the guests. Hada is mainly white, but also light blue or light yellow, generally about 1.5 meters to 2 meters long. The best is blue, yellow, white, green and red colorful hada, which is used for the highest and most solemn ceremonies such as Buddhism;

2.? When drinking buttered tea, the host pours tea, and the guests can only take it when the host holds it in front of them. When refilling the cup, the guest must pour the tea bowl forward with both hands to show his respect;

3.? When you meet religious facilities such as monasteries, manidui and stupas, you must detour from left to right, and Bonism monasteries react counterclockwise (rarely); Do not cross the utensil and brazier, and the warp tube and the warp wheel shall not be reversed.

4.? When entering the temple, smoking, touching Buddha statues, turning over scriptures and knocking on bells and drums are forbidden. For religious artifacts such as amulets and rosaries worn by lamas, it is even more forbidden to touch them; Be quiet in the temple, be upright when sitting, and avoid sitting in the seat of the living Buddha;

5.? Tibetans generally don't eat fish, shrimp, chicken and eggs. Don't try to persuade them to eat, but now many Tibetans have begun to eat.

6.? Taboo others touch the top of the head with their hands;

7.? When receiving guests, whether walking or talking, always put the guests or elders first, and use honorifics, such as adding the word "la" after the name to show respect and kindness, and avoid calling them by their first names. When welcoming guests, you should bow your knees and smile. Sit indoors, sit cross-legged, not with your legs straight, your feet facing people, and you can't look around. To accept a gift, you should pick it up with both hands. When giving gifts, bow down and hold your hands above your head. When offering tea, wine and cigarettes, offer them with both hands, and don't put your fingers in the bowl.