Biru Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)

A sacred mountain in Tibet offers stunning views of snow-capped mountains and glaciers in winter

Location: Mount Sapu 💰Average cost: The ticket price is 150 yuan per person, half price for students (available on Xue Xin Wang), and you need to bring your ID. 👍Most recommended: It is recommended to stay in Yangxiu Township. There is a hotel with a good environment in the township government, about forty minutes away from Mount Sapu. If you choose to stay in the scenic area, after buying the ticket and entering, go straight to the bus stop. The bus runs every half an hour. It takes about ten minutes to get to the outer lake by bus. There are two guesthouses at the drop-off point, which are dormitory-style, and the beds are relatively small, 100 yuan per person. If you choose to camp, the outer lake is a good choice. The internet-famous bridge is also near the drop-off point of the outer lake. Secondly, don't bring food with a strong smell, it will attract bears. 🌟Highlights: The inner lake is more spectacular, the scenery is much better than the outer lake, there are also two guesthouses, you can see more snow-capped mountains, black soil and blue lake water, giving you the illusion of being in the North and South Poles. 🗓Itinerary: The internet-famous bridge is about a hundred meters to the left of the drop-off point, but the slope is very steep, it is recommended to walk a few more steps forward to bypass it. Secondly, the shooting angle of the internet-famous bridge is limited, it is more recommended to find an angle on the iron bridge above the internet-famous bridge. From this direction, continue to walk up the mountain to the inner lake, about five kilometers of mountain road, the altitude is nearly five thousand meters, people with good physical strength can try hiking. If you don't want to hike, there will also be local villagers at the drop-off point of the outer lake who will drive you into the inner lake for a fee of 100 yuan per person, free for the elderly, and you can bargain. It's about a twelve-minute journey, round trip. After they take you to the inner lake, they will wait for you at the original place (if you don't go far). Walk straight into the inner lake, cross the bridge, and there is a ridge ahead. It's a great place for photos, but there are few glaciers. 📝Tips: If you want to see the glaciers alone, it is not recommended to go in. Because there are many dogs and bears inside, be careful not to get close.

After 5 months, this place has reopened

Land of Idyllic Beauty, Mount Sapo It is the highest peak on the eastern side of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, a sacred mountain in the snowy region filled with many legends, a rarely visited paradise on earth It is also the sacred mountain that believers aspire to pilgrimage to throughout their lives. The so-called paradise is nothing but this Elevation: Lake surface elevation: 5000, Mount Sapo elevation: 6956 Ticket: 150 Location: Inside Puzong Gully, Yangxiu Township, Biru County, Naqu City, Tibet, about 900 kilometers from Lhasa Travel: There is no public transportation, it takes about 10 hours to drive from Lhasa Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in Biru County, there are homestays about 3 kilometers from Mount Sapo, but the conditions are relatively poor, wooden cabins. ❤Recommended Reasons: 1 Flower Meadows In summer, the blooming flowers and meadows fill the valleys, as if putting a floral long dress on the snowy mountains, most touching 2 Pyramid Shape of the Sacred Mountain Mount Sapo has stood here for millions of years, its perfect pyramid peak shape is eye-catching! It is enough to shock every pilgrim, at the foot of the sacred mountain, all things have spirits 3 Continuous Glaciers Walking into it, you enter a dreamy Antarctica! The majestic glaciers, like dragon scales, emit a piercing cold light, not the polar regions but as impressive as them 4 Azure Sacred Lake The lake under the snowy mountain is emerald green like jade, the water appears to have a viscous feeling, like a sea of milk, especially peculiar 5 Sunlight on the Golden Mountain A myriad of golden rays descend from the sky onto the summit of the snowy mountain, nature stages a golden visual feast, extremely spectacular! This generally only happens on clear days at sunrise or sunset 6 Vast Starry Sky While you are still crazily working overtime in front of the computer late at night, two thousand kilometers away in Tibet, the Milky Way arch bridge spans the earth, emitting a brilliant light 7 Winter Blue Ice Seeing the blue ice that rivals the Arctic Circle, with its radiant blue light, as if the color of the sky, is the most sacred 8 Enjoy Freedom It is too pure, hidden away for many years unknown! Walking into it, you enter the greatest wilderness on Earth

Mount Sapo is truly breathtakingly beautiful

🏔Mount Sapo Located in Yangxiu Township, Biru County, Naqu City, Tibet 🌄 Elevation: 4800 meters ■Best viewing season: May to September 1️⃣Day1: Lhasa to Biru to Yangxiu Township by car takes 10 hours. Depart in the morning, passing through Damxung with a stop at the Nyenchen Tanglha Viewpoint for photos; lunch in Naqu City, and in the afternoon, pass through Biru with an optional visit to the Skull Wall Scenic Area, which is not highly recommended due to its cost-effectiveness. Arrive in the well-known Cordyceps county, Biru County, around six or seven in the evening, have dinner, and then continue on. The upcoming road will be winding and possibly driven at night during the ascent, so safety is paramount. Around eleven o'clock, when passing through the Shalashan Pass (elevation 5700), you'll be lucky to see the visible Milky Way and even capture a life photo with your phone (long exposure 10s/30s). After another hour's drive, you'll reach the accommodation for the night. The first day's journey is longer to catch the sunrise on Mount Sapo the next morning, so it will be relatively tough. - 2️⃣Day2: Yangxiu Township - Sapo Scenic Area - Outer Lake - Inner Lake - Return to stay at Outer Lake The drive takes 1.5 hours Ticket price is currently unknown due to new regulations The highlight is next! Mount Sapo is divided into Outer Lake and Inner Lake. It is recommended to view the sunrise on the mountain from Outer Lake for a more comprehensive and intuitive experience. It takes about 2 hours to walk from Outer Lake to Inner Lake, with lush aquatic plants and wildflowers along the lake shore, and the feeling of gradually approaching the snow mountain is incredibly awesome! At Inner Lake, you can see glaciers and meadows up close, and you can also continue to climb up the hillside to the temple (not recommended for those with average physical strength, as it is difficult and far). In the evening, you can return to Outer Lake to take photos of the sunset and the famous bridge. Accommodation can be chosen at Outer Lake, which is convenient for night photography of the stars. 3️⃣Day3: Sapo to Lhasa On the third day, you can also choose to get up early to see the sunrise on the mountain, but due to weather conditions, we only saw the great scenery on the second day. ⚠️Precautions: ■The scenery of Mount Sapo is very dependent on the weather, so try to choose your travel dates based on the weather forecast; . The 3-day, 2-night itinerary is for reference only and can be extended to include other routes in Tibet; ■Protecting the environment is everyone's responsibility

Discover the wonders of Sapu and experience a breathtaking fairyland!

✨Sapu, you are simply a paradise on earth😍! The pristine snow-capped mountains🏔️, the deep blue lakes💧, and the vast grasslands🌱, all come together to form a stunningly beautiful tapestry🎨! Every view is intoxicating😵, as if you are in a fairy tale world🌈! Here, time seems to stand still, everything is so peaceful and wonderful🥰! 🎉Sapu Travel Guide🎉 🚗Transportation: You can choose to drive yourself or hire a car🚗, which allows you to better appreciate the scenery along the way🌈. 🏔️Best Time to Visit: Summer (June to August) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is better and the scenery is more beautiful🥰. 📋Itinerary: Day1️⃣: Arrive at the Sapu scenic area, enjoy the scenery along the way, and check into a local inn🏨. Day2️⃣: Get up early to watch the sunrise over Mount Sapu🌅, then hike around to explore nearby attractions and experience the charm of nature💪. Day3️⃣: You can choose to camp by the lake🏕️, enjoying the tranquil night and the beautiful starry sky✨. 🍔Food Recommendations: There are unique Tibetan dishes such as butter tea and yak meat🥩, be sure to try them😋! ⚠️Precautions: 1. Be aware of altitude sickness and take preventive measures in advance💊. 2. Bring warm clothing as the temperature can vary greatly between day and night🧣. 3. Respect the local culture and customs🙏.

Sapu Mountain + Namtso + Yamdrok Lake 4-Day Tour

In Tibet, there are always some surprising encounters. For example, you can pick stars with your hands and dream of resting on the Milky Way at night. Itinerary: D1: Lhasa—Nyainqentanglha Mountain (companion of Namtso)—Nagqu—Skull Wall—First Bend of Nujiang River (first major bend of Nujiang River)—Parajing Tower (White Crystal Tower)—Biru D2: Biru—Sapu Glacier (one of the Bon religion sacred mountains in Tibetan Buddhism)—Biru—Nagqu D3: Nagqu—Nagenla Pass—Southern Half of Namtso—Tashi Peninsula—Lhasa D4: Lhasa—Gambala Pass—Yamdrok Lake—Lhasa Precautions: 1. Weather: The weather in Tibet is mainly sunny. Since the climate here is relatively dry and the sunshine duration is long, it is recommended to bring sunglasses, sun hats, umbrellas, lip balm, sunscreen, moisturizing lotion, scarves, etc. 2. Electronic photography equipment: Mobile communication tools and cameras, as well as chargers. Please take care and protect your electronic devices during the trip. 3. Daily necessities: Bring a set of simple toiletries for cleanliness and hygiene, such as towels, toothbrushes, combs, toilet paper, skincare cream, shampoo, wet wipes, etc.

The small county town by the Nujiang River, with a vast territory, the snow mountain scenery is unforgettable

Tibet has always been called a mystery by people, because there are many places where few people set foot hidden on that vast plateau, because of the sparse population, they have preserved their most natural appearance. Biru County in Nagqu is hidden in the valley of the upper reaches of the Nujiang River, built along the river, with steep mountain scenery on both sides. There are too many worth visiting spots in this county town, the most famous of which is of course the skull wall of Damu Temple in the western suburbs. This is the living fossil of the local 'sky burial' culture, with skulls piled into walls, to be honest, it was a bit creepy when I first went. Sapu Mountain is located in Biru. This sacred mountain was discovered by donkey friends a few years ago, which attracted many tourists to explore. I especially like the lake water and meadows under the Sapu snow mountain, which gives people a feeling of paradise. It is said that there are primitive forests in the southeast of Biru County, but this trip was too hurried to go. Every visit to Nagqu is a new exploration in life, and I believe the next encounter will bring me more surprises.

The wall of Dam Temple is a wall made of human skulls. It is related to the celestial burial. There are very few people coming here. Some people are afraid of going to a lot of panic in the heart. A small temple is seen outside. Going up is very ordinary, there is no sense of story. The master of Dum Temple opened the door for us. Usually there are very few people coming here, so the general door is closed. Only when there are people coming, the master will come over and open the door. The pedestrian is the one to go here. Simon's. Open the door lock. In the small courtyard, the entire wall on the right hand side is covered with enamel, and the five-color prayer flags and some classics representing "the sky, the ground, the water, the fire, the wind" are hung directly opposite the wall. cloth. Every foot here should be careful, can't go away, although the slate is not big, it shines brightly, although it can't see the traces of the knife and axe, but here is the last chopping board of the corpse during the burial, so it is best It is to get around here, don't step on it. The large and small gimmicks on the wall, most of the lower skull are gone, the fragile nasal bones are eroded, leaving only the hard skull and sporadic teeth. Going out of the wall, rows of cockroaches still appear in front of me, silent for a long time, in fact, these have not made me afraid, life, the grass and the autumn, we will come to this world, will eventually return to the silence, Where do you come from, where to go...

Sapu Mountain + Namtso + Yamdrok Lake 4-Day Tour

In Tibet, there are always some surprising encounters. For example, you can pick stars with your hands and dream of resting on the Milky Way at night. Itinerary: D1: Lhasa—Nyainqentanglha Mountain (companion of Namtso)—Nagqu—Skull Wall—First Bend of Nujiang River (first major bend of Nujiang River)—Parajing Tower (White Crystal Tower)—Biru D2: Biru—Sapu Glacier (one of the Bon religion sacred mountains in Tibetan Buddhism)—Biru—Nagqu D3: Nagqu—Nagenla Pass—Southern Half of Namtso—Tashi Peninsula—Lhasa D4: Lhasa—Gambala Pass—Yamdrok Lake—Lhasa Precautions: 1. Weather: The weather in Tibet is mainly sunny. Since the climate here is relatively dry and the sunshine duration is long, it is recommended to bring sunglasses, sun hats, umbrellas, lip balm, sunscreen, moisturizing lotion, scarves, etc. 2. Electronic photography equipment: Mobile communication tools and cameras, as well as chargers. Please take care and protect your electronic devices during the trip. 3. Daily necessities: Bring a set of simple toiletries for cleanliness and hygiene, such as towels, toothbrushes, combs, toilet paper, skincare cream, shampoo, wet wipes, etc.

The gods and humans dwell together in Bingzhongluo

Angry River originates from Tibet, flows through Yunnan into Myanmar, and finally empties into the Indian Ocean. The section in Tibet is called 'Nachu River', and in Myanmar, it is known as 'Salween River'. We traveled north along the Angry River for three days, from Lushui City to Laomudeng Village in Fugong County, and then to Bingzhongluo in Gongshan County. On the third day, we arrived at Bingzhongluo in Gongshan County. G219 is well-maintained, with a cycling lane provided all the way, offering an experience of a section of Bingzhongluo. After crossing the Yunnan-Tibet border into Linzhi Chayu County, the road turns into a dirt track. Vehicles coming from the Tibet section to Yunnan are covered in mud. Landslides, falling rocks, and debris flows are the norm here, and it is really not recommended to visit during the rainy season. Here, villages are called 'XX Luo' or 'XX Tong', depending on whether the Nu, Lisu, or Tibetan ethnic groups are the majority in the village; some are called 'Luo' and some 'Tong'. Trek through the ancient tea-horse road of Wuli Village, Qiunatong, overlooking the first and second bends of the Angry River. This place is known as where gods and humans dwell together, probably referring to the peaceful coexistence of multiple ethnicities and religions.

Kangqingla Mountain Pass, thinking of her at a considerable height

Kangqingla Mountain Pass, also known as Kangqingla Mountain Pass, with an altitude of 5300 meters, is the necessary route from Suo County to Biru County 558 National Road to Bianba County Sapu Mountain on the 317 National Road of the Sichuan-Tibet North Line, and it is also the highest point of the road passed by this Sichuan-Tibet Qinghai-Tibet loop trip. The Kangqingla Mountain is steep and barren, exuding a cold black breath, it is said that there are several months of heavy snowfall every year, and the road is unpaved but has guardrails all the way. After driving all the way, you can't see two cars. Due to the high altitude, the gasoline combustion is not sufficient, and the 2.0T engine of our Tank 300 also obviously lacks power, and the output delay is obvious, making it difficult to pass. When you reach the mountain pass, listen to the sound of the wind blowing the prayer flags, look down at the mountains with overlapping peaks, and feel a sense of exhilaration! Looking back at the winding mountain road, it feels much better than the 18 bends of the 318 mountain road, and the scenery is no less than the 72 turns of the Nujiang River, which is even more spectacular with the blessing of drones! At that moment, I felt particularly comfortable, as if I had reached a state of desirelessness and no dispute with the world. Standing next to the roadside sign, shouting 'XXX, I miss you!' and then taking a picture and sending it to her, being a you who misses her at a considerable height, is really romantic

A day trip to Bingzhongluo

Bingzhongluo, known as a place where gods and humans coexist. Here lies the village of Wuli, like a paradise hidden in mist; Here stands the magnificent First Bend of the Nu River; Here flows the relentless waters of the Nu River; Here rises the towering Stone Gate Pass; Here looms the lofty and pristine snow-capped mountains; Here runs the ancient Tea Horse Road, bearing the weight of history; Here, the peach blossoms are in full bloom, and here, the rapeseed flowers are still blossoming. The First Bend of the Nu River

Nujiang

Nujiang is really so beautiful! The people of Nujiang are really so kind! Everyone should take a trip to Nujiang! Most of the information online is about self-driving tours to Nujiang, but our itinerary includes Deqin and Shangri-La, which might have uncertain road conditions and we were worried about traffic jams, so we chose public transportation. The Aru Laka trek allows you to see the Gaoligong Mountains and Biluo Snow Mountain, and you can enter the primitive forests with thick snow, where you can see alpine pastures. Our guide, Brother A Luo, was very responsible, explaining various plants along the way, highly recommended! During the trek to Wuli Village, we saw a small path that led down to the banks of the Nujiang River, where we could feel the surging waters up close, which was very impressive. There are many rocks to climb along the riverbank, so be careful and don't go too close to the river, safety first. We took a local's ride-sharing car on the Deqin Highway to Deqin, and saw the stunning snow scenery along the way, but the road conditions are variable, so if you're driving yourself, be sure to prepare anti-skid chains and have enough experience driving on icy roads and in snow. Our driver was also super nice! When we were desperate to find food in Bingzhongluo, a sister by the roadside recommended Yunnan Jianjiang, which has a great environment. On the third floor rooftop, you can see the reflection of the Nujiang River and snow mountains while drinking coffee. The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable, highly recommended! They also offer accommodation, and I definitely want to stay there next time I go to Bingzhongluo.

The gods and humans dwell together in Bingzhongluo

Angry River originates from Tibet, flows through Yunnan into Myanmar, and finally empties into the Indian Ocean. The section in Tibet is called 'Nachu River', and in Myanmar, it is known as 'Salween River'. We traveled north along the Angry River for three days, from Lushui City to Laomudeng Village in Fugong County, and then to Bingzhongluo in Gongshan County. On the third day, we arrived at Bingzhongluo in Gongshan County. G219 is well-maintained, with a cycling lane provided all the way, offering an experience of a section of Bingzhongluo. After crossing the Yunnan-Tibet border into Linzhi Chayu County, the road turns into a dirt track. Vehicles coming from the Tibet section to Yunnan are covered in mud. Landslides, falling rocks, and debris flows are the norm here, and it is really not recommended to visit during the rainy season. Here, villages are called 'XX Luo' or 'XX Tong', depending on whether the Nu, Lisu, or Tibetan ethnic groups are the majority in the village; some are called 'Luo' and some 'Tong'. Trek through the ancient tea-horse road of Wuli Village, Qiunatong, overlooking the first and second bends of the Angry River. This place is known as where gods and humans dwell together, probably referring to the peaceful coexistence of multiple ethnicities and religions.

Bingzhongluo Wulicun

Wulicun, also known as 'Wenglicun', are both transliterations of the Nu language, not to say that it is always foggy here. The small village has only a few dozen households, backed by mountains, facing the Nu River, large green grasslands, the Tea Horse Road carved on the cliffs, and even beautiful homestays, all of which make up the fairy-tale beauty of Wulicun. Many people just take a few photos on the viewing platform on the other side of the river and leave, it's a pity to come all the way through mountains and rivers! The correct way to enter the village should be to walk into the village from the Tea Horse Road, and then leave the village from the suspension bridge in Figures 15 and 16.