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Xichang, Liangshan, Sichuan · Every July to August
Yi Torch Festival
The Yi people's new year of fire: a valley of torches, bullfights and beauty contests in the Sichuan hills.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Xichang or Chengdu for July 10 to August 20, 2027, round trips of 3 to 6 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- The city announces dates about a month ahead; the torch parade site changes between Xichang's squares and Qionghai Lake.
- Xichang sits at 1,500 metres and stays mild in July; bring a layer for the torch night.
- Xichang Qingshan airport is 20 minutes from the city; from Chengdu it is a one-hour flight or a three-hour high-speed train.
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