Wild Wild West of Sichuan in China

Exploring Tibet had always been on my bucket list of travel documentary project. In 2018, I had the opportunity to visit Tibet, and it was the most incredible travel experience.

- José Jeuland

It was an unplanned trip, where I booked a ticket to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan States, and from there, took a 15 hours bus ride to Ganzi (or Garzê) Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.

I was the only one who did not look like a Tibetan. During the trip, I met a young lady named Qi May Ze Young. Tibetan names are usually composed of 4 words. After hearing my reasons as to why I was traveling to her part of the world, the young Tibetan lady was kind enough to extend a warm invitation for me to stay with her family. I was thrilled at the offer and was looking forward to seeing where this journey would take me. When I reached her home, I received an incredible welcome. It was unbelievable to receive so much kindness and have people who open their doors without any fears to a stranger like me.

Tradition and modernity: