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About Aba Prefecture
Aba Tibetan & Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Aba Prefecture, for short, is located in the north central area of Sichuan Province. Many natural scenic attractions of Sichuan Province can be found in Aba Prefecture with the notable panda breeding center at Wolong Nature Reserve, Huanglong Scenic Area and Mount Siguniang are just a few of the many places you cannot miss!
Aba Prefecture Culture
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Ethnic Minorities of Aba Prefecture
There are several ethnic minorities that can be found in Aba Prefecture. However, the predominant ethnic minority residents are the Tibetan and Qiang minority groups. Tibetans account for approximately 57.3% of the population in Aba Prefecture with the Qiangs accounting for 18.6%.
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Buddhism in Aba Prefecture
Buddhism is the main religion practiced in Aba Prefecture. The Buddhist culture can be seen with the elaborate Tibetan Buddhist temples. One of the most notable symbols of Tibetan Buddhism in Aba Prefecture is Kirti Gompa (Gerdeng Monastery), the monastery was established in 1472 and has an estimated 2,500 monks.
Sichuan Self Drive Tours
For the adventurous a self drive tour is definitely something to try out especially for those who have travelled to Sichuan before but want to experience a much more exciting side of the province. Setting out from Chengdu is one of the best options you can travel at your own pace and plan your route. There are so many options and routes to take, you can even extend your route to Yunnan, Gansu and Qinghai ... > Details