Zanda Earth Forest

Located in Zanda County, Ali Region, Tibet, the earth forest is currently the most typical and largest distribution area of the Tertiary stratum weathered earth forest in the world. The total area of the earth forest is about 2464 square kilometers, with gullies crisscrossing, like castles on the vast plain. These 'castles' were originally the lake basin sedimentary layers in ancient times, and they have been weathered and eroded over billions of years to form their current appearance. Xiayi Gully is located in Xiangzi Township, Zada County. It is a gully hidden between the mountains and the world's unique 'earth forest' landscape. After years of weathering, it has carved the shape of the earth forest with a wide top and narrow bottom. Because the soil layer contains a large amount of ore, it presents a colorful beauty under the sun. The terrain in the gully is complex, with overlapping mountains, rugged mountain roads, lush vegetation, and rich species. Xiayi Gully Scenic Area has been included in the 'Earth Forest National Geological Park' of Zada County since 2005. When we went there, cars could directly reach the earth forest without charge. It is said that protective walkways are being built now, which is a good thing, allowing this landscape to last forever.