Genie Scenic Area

Genie Scenic Area

The Genie Scenic Area is located in Reke Township, Litang County, southern Kang, covering an area of nearly 500 square kilometers. It is a large-scale scenic destination. Centered around Mount Genie, which stands at an elevation of 6,204 meters, the area features surrounding peaks, primeval forests, grasslands, lakes, hot springs, temples, and Tibetan cultural charm. The scenic area is fully equipped and boasts breathtaking views.

The scenic area is characterized by its divine, mysterious, majestic, and beautiful features. The main peak of Mount Genie is covered with snow all year round. Under the sunlight, it shines brilliantly. On clear days, the towering peak can be seen from as far as two to three hundred kilometers away. The mountainside is adorned with primeval forests dominated by spruce, fir, and alpine oaks, with cascading waterfalls flowing down. At the foot of the mountain lie vast grasslands and forests, interspersed with crystal-clear lakes. The surrounding peaks are picturesque, with uniquely shaped landforms, and the natural ecology has been well preserved. Wild sheep roam the mountains, while animals such as musk deer, bears, and rare pheasants like the Tibetan eared pheasant frequently appear in the forests, around the lakes, and along the roadsides, often visible to visitors. The Genie Scenic Area also boasts numerous hot springs, earning it the title “Hometown of Geothermal Hot Springs.”

Mount Genie is the third highest peak in Sichuan and the highest in southern Kang. It is also a renowned sacred mountain and pilgrimage site in the Tibetan region, attracting many Tibetan pilgrims from across the region. The Genie Linggu Temple, the first monastery founded by the First Karmapa Düsum Khyenpa of Tibetan Buddhism, has a long history. Its location features a unique terrain, its architectural style is distinctive, and the temple houses a wealth of cultural relics. Mount Genie is also a destination highly sought after by mountaineers from around the world, and in recent years, multiple international mountaineering teams have come here to climb.