Yongjun Wenquan
Litang, Ganzi, Sichuan, China, China
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Litang, Ganzi, Sichuan, China, China
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Yongjun Wenquan is a sulfurous spring in Litang, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan. The water, at 38°C (pH 6.5), feeds an indoor bath and an outdoor rotenburo-style bath, high on the Tibetan plateau.
Insider tip — Near the Tibetan Plateau edge in Ganzi Prefecture, this sulfurous spring flows at altitude amid sweeping grasslands and distant snow peaks. The mineral waters are revered by nomadic Tibetan communities for their restorative qualities. Bring warm clothing as temperatures drop sharply after dusk even in summer.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.