Tibet to the west / Heavenly Ali

⚠️ Travel Preparation ✅ Ali is at a high altitude with low oxygen content, it is advisable to take altitude sickness medication for a period of time before traveling to avoid altitude sickness. ✅ The attractions in the Ali region are far apart, with long car journeys, so be sure to bring enough snacks and dry food. ✅ Be sure to bring a windbreaker, fleece pants, fleece jacket, hiking shoes, gloves, and a thermos cup. ✅ It is best not to travel alone or self-drive in Ali, as there may be some emergencies during the journey, it is recommended to travel with others by chartered car or carpooling. ✅ Bring cash, as most mobile phone signals in the Ali region are not very good, so it is necessary to bring some change. ⚠️ Precautions ⚠️ ✅ Border pass: To go to the Ali region, you must apply for a border pass, which can be obtained for free at the local police station or local certification center with your ID card. ✅ Road conditions: Most of the southern route in Ali is paved with asphalt, but after entering Renduo Township, it is mainly dirt roads, so it is best to go there in an off-road vehicle. ✅ Best season: Ali can be visited from May to October every year, with July and August being the rainy season in Ali, but also the summer vacation period, so pay attention to driving safety during this time. ✅ Clothing: The temperature difference in Ali is large between morning and evening, so fleece windbreakers or down jackets are essential, and pay special attention to adding or removing clothing when outdoors. ✅ Moisturizing and sun protection: The strong ultraviolet rays and howling winds here make moisturizing and sun protection a must in travel, so bring lip balm, facial masks, moisturizing cream, sunscreen, sun hats, and sunglasses. ✅ Dining: In the Ali region, Sichuan cuisine and Tibetan meals are the main options, and since the journey in Ali is long, make sure to prepare enough dry food before departure. ✅ Accommodation: Ali is located in a remote area, and accommodation prices are relatively high during the tourist season. The accommodation conditions in places like Shigatse, Shiquanhe, Zanda, and Purang are relatively better, while in Renduo, Coqen, and Wenbu South Village, the conditions are relatively worse.