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| | Zharu Waterfalls [edit this] | | On the slope of dense-woods of Mountain Zhayi Zhaga, Zharu Waterfalls dashes down into perilous cliff and woods through four terraces. Looking upward from the terrace, you will find the water mist covers everything, as if you saw thousands of kha-btags dropping from heaven. Local folks regard the waterfall as the Divine Water. | Edit by: Dorothy | |
| The Zharu Horse Trail [edit this] | | About 3km long, the Zharu Horse Trail winds among woods and rocks, towards the foot of Mountain Zhayi Zhaga. It is said that Sage'er, a Tibetan national hero, once rode on his horse through this century-old trail. Here you will see exotic rocks, hanging old rattans, and rapid torrents. On the sides, are fences, orchards, ancient temples, grass slopes, cattle, and in a distance, snow peaks, and floating clouds, everything appears like what you see in a landscape movie. You may drink the spring water at the roadside to refresh your mind, and take a little rest to relax your tired feet, and have fun like those cowboys to resume your childhood memory. | Edit by: Dorothy | |
| The Zharu Monastery [edit this] | | Further ahead of the Zharu Horse Trail, you will find an orchard enclosed with stub fences, inside which is the Zharu Monastery. Against green mountains and facing the Baojing Cliff, it sits in stretches of orange-colored fruit trees and green woods. The religious banners are waving in the winds, praying blessing for local folks. The monastery is of both strong Zen coloring and primitive native religion.
Built of wood and clay, the Zharu Monastery is a typical Tibetan monastery, comprising of six parts: the Main Hall, Scripture Tower , Music Platform, Tea House and GuestHall, with lamas living in their apartments. The Main Hall has three golden roofs and four golden bells, and in the front is a gold wheel which symbolizes the life-and-death transformation. On the wheel is a pair of divine goats. The Statue of Sakyamuni is placed at the center of the Main Hall, with religious instruments on the altar, and wool blankets on the ground. Every early morning, lamas come for their religious service, and the tiny Barnes from the butler-oil lamps shine up their pious eyes which open and shut alternatively. Cadence of their chanting is lingering in the hall.
This grant event takes place four times a year, the largest on May 15 of the Chinese lunar calendar. “Mazi” is said to be a god of the Benbo Religious Sect, responsible for driving out monsters. This fair is so established in his honor. It is also a grand religious event in the Zharu Monastery, as well as the biggest occasion of Jiuzhaigou. Three days from the fair, all the monks will have to fast and chant religious scriptures. On the day of the fair, Tibetan folks will gather around to exchange kha-bhags, and watch shows. Young people take this day as the lime to express affection to their lovers. On the bank of the Feicui (Emerald) River, they take a solemn pledge of love and wish to live a very long life with their sweethearts. | Edit by: Dorothy | |
| The Zharu Wood Trail [edit this] | | Immersed in pine needles and fragrance, The Zharu Wood Trail sits ahead of the Zharu Bridge. With a length of about 500 meters, it is a fine place for your evening walk, on thick pine needles, and in gentle breezes. | Edit by: Dorothy | |
| The Hong Pond [edit this] | | Located on the lour loop road of Mountain Zhayi Zhaga, the Hong (Red) Pond appears red as water runs from red soil. It shapes like an oval, being regarded by locals as an auspicious symbol. | Edit by: Dorothy | |
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