The temple itself has been highly touristified. Thankfully the region, centering upon the Tibetan village of Mati, has not been ruined. It is an area of mountains and grasslands, all littered with pine forests and various temples. Around the main temple there are winding passageways, caves, and stairwells that all generally lead to impressive balcony views, or to the temples. One of the nicest temples, Jinta si, or Golden Pagoda Temple, contains a mummified body that has been decorated in the form of Asparas, a Chinese flying goddess, kept in good condition by the dry climate of Gansu.

For those wanting to stay for a few days here, exploring and wandering, it is possible to stay in a Yugu minority tent, where you can drink chang (Tibetan wine, made of barley) and sample the traditional "hand eaten lamb". The nomads here lead a unique lifestyle and have many customs. Horseriding can be tried for the adventurous.