The Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, located in the northwest of Sichuan Province, is also an important water conservation and replenishment area for the upper reaches of the Yellow River.

It boasts an extremely rich cultural tourism resource, with 3 world natural heritages, 4 national 5A scenic spots, 29 national 4A scenic spots, 1 national-level eco-tourism demonstration zone, and 10 national and provincial scenic spots. With a high density and high quality of tourism resources gathered here, it is hailed as the best eco-tourism destination by world tourism experts.