Nagarze County Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Yamdrok Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
In Shannan, C city of Tibet, lies the life you yearn for!
Speaking of Shannan, most people may not be familiar with it, but when it comes to Tibet, everyone knows. Shannan is the C city of Tibet, where there is stunning natural scenery, full of mystery and beauty. If you come from afar to meet Tibet, don't miss it here!
⚠Small tips
✔Gongga Airport is about 65 kilometers away from Lhasa city, you can take the airport bus to Lhasa Gongga Airport bus stop
✔Do not exercise vigorously when you arrive in the plateau area, it is not recommended to take a bath on the same day, and do not drink alcohol! Pay attention to altitude sickness
✔To go to the Shannan area, you need to apply for a border defense certificate for free in advance at the place of household registration, and fill in the area as "Shannan area" or "all over Tibet"
Attractions recommendation
✅Samye Monastery
This is the first temple in Tibet, located in Zhanang County, Shannan City. Its architectural style is unique, with rich murals and historical background. There are white, red, black, and green Buddha pagodas built around it, the colors are very beautiful, you can make a wish! And it is placed at a high place at home for blessing.
⚠Please keep quiet during the visit and respect local culture and religious beliefs.
✅Yamdrok Lake
One of the three major lakes in Tibet, Yamdrok Lake, is known as the Thousand Island Lake on the plateau, 💦beautiful lake, clear water, surrounded by majestic mountains, is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. At different times of sunlight, the lake will show different colors, extremely rich blue, dreamlike, like a blue gem.
⚠The wind is strong by the lake, please keep warm; at the same time, do not throw garbage at will, protect the environment.
✅Rito Temple
This is a temple located on the top of the peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides, 💦deep on the north shore of Yamdrok Lake, known as the loneliest temple-Rito Temple, rarely known to outsiders, the temple is at the highest point of the peninsula, when you reach Rito Temple, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Yamdrok Lake.
⚠This is a great place to watch Yamdrok Lake.
✅Puma Yumco
Here is the dreamy blue ice, ⛰the Puma Yumco will freeze a thick layer of ice in winter, under the sunlight, the ice surface sets off the blue of the lake, making you feel like stepping on Lake Baikal, taking pictures📷 is very out of the picture.
✅Kula Kangri
Known as one of the "Four Great Sacred Mountains" in the central region of Tibet, 🏞with an altitude of 7538 meters. Kula Kangri stands on the main ridge of the middle section of the Himalayas, and the entire snow mountain is composed of three peaks. There are 6 peaks over 7000 meters standing with Kula Kangri, which is very spectacular
⚠Best climbing season: April, May and September, October
👍Food recommendation
Tibetan Tsampa: One of the special foods in Tibet, with a unique taste
Barley Wine: A delicious wine brewed from barley, with a mellow taste and a long aftertaste
Butter Tea: One of the traditional drinks in Tibet
Tibetan Roasted Lamb Chops: Fragrant, you must try the authentic roasted lamb chops
If you like Tibet, why not come to Shannan for a tour, it is a niche travel destination, you will not regret coming here
Self-driving to Shannan, Tibet, not taking the usual tourist route
Mountains and seas have their own return dates, and life has its own encounters. A trip that says go and go, self-driving to Shannan, heading north all the way, chasing the footsteps of freedom🗻🌬️.
📍The first place to introduce is our first stop-Rito Temple in Langkazi County, Shannan, Tibet. This temple is located on a small island on the north bank of Yamdrok Lake, surrounded by a vast expanse of blue lake. A solitary island extends to the lake surface, and the highest point of the island is a lonely temple. The scenery that blends with the lake is really beautiful! 🏞️😍
🚗Departing from Rito Temple, we continue to drive north to Yang Lake. This lake is located in Langkazi County, Shannan, Tibet, about 70 kilometers southwest of Lhasa. 🌊🚙
📍Yang Lake, Yamdrok Yumtso is affectionately called Yang Lake by people. It is one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet. This clear and blue lake is like a piece of pure jade left by nature in the world. Only those who really arrive know how beautiful it is. Yang Lake is located in Langkazi County, Shannan, Tibet, about 70 kilometers southwest of Lhasa. It is known as the three sacred lakes of Tibet together with Namtso and Mapang Yumtso. If you are in Lhasa, you can also participate in a local day trip to visit Yang Lake.
🌞The self-driving tour of Shannan, Tibet is a pursuit of adventure and freedom. Let us drive the vehicle and head north, getting closer and closer to the footsteps of freedom. Don't miss this opportunity, set off bravely! 💪🚗💨
Experience freedom and adventure on this magical land of Shannan, Tibet, and enjoy the gifts of nature. Such a journey is full of surprises and beautiful memories! 🌸✨
Here are the nine most worthwhile domestic travel destinations with few people for healing
The National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays are approaching
It's always good to see the mountains and seas🌊
Today, I'm going to recommend to my friends
Nine beautiful and less crowded domestic travel destinations for healing✨
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1⃣️ Inner Mongolia Wulan Hada Grassland
There is a healing grassland in Inner Mongolia Wulan Hada🖼️, and there are also several very spectacular volcanic relics. Running in the volcano crater is like entering a cartoon world✨
2⃣️ Xiapu Sipu Archipelago
The beautiful islands that are not inferior to foreign islands🏝️, Hongpu Island and Dongpu Island are the most worthwhile
3⃣️ Xinjiang North Ring Line
The desolate desert, the forest of the grassland like the green leaf fairy tale🌲, and the continuous snow mountains and lakes🏔️, can all be encountered in North Xinjiang✨
4⃣️ Tibet Yamdrok Lake
The beautiful lake road of the jade-like Yamdrok Lake is full of surprises along the way✨
5⃣️ Dali Hai West Ecological Corridor
No matter the seasons change, the scenery of Dali Ecological Corridor is always so healing. Wandering by the Erhai Lake, time also slows down
6⃣️ Dunhuang Devil City
Walking on the road of Dunhuang Devil City, with the continuous Yadan and Gobi on the side, there will be a sense of insignificance✨
7⃣️ Weihai Brews Beach
The beautiful beach of the giant ship and the seagulls, walking on the windmill dam, you can slowly feel the romance of this coast🌊
8⃣️ Shenzhen Dapeng Coast
The beaches in Shenzhen are not only Xiamomeisha and Dongxichong, but also many beautiful and less crowded beaches at the end of Dapeng's competition and at the foot of the observatory✨
9⃣️ Fujian Pingtan Island
Riding an electric bike along the island road, you can encounter the healing sea view of Pingtan Island, and there are many beautiful roads where you can see the sea🛣️
A sight you have to see to believe! 🌍
This lake is one of the prettiest I’ve seen in my life and is regarded by some as the most beautiful lake in the world. Yamdrok Lake is located near Shigatse in the Tibet Autonoumous Region. It stretches 130km in length and is also known as the green jade lake for its smooth surface and color hues from the reflection of the sunlight.
If you are living in China, you can travel to Tibet with a tour company! We used JoyTours and they were wonderful.
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Puma Yumco Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Mount Kailash | Even beginners can easily master it, with a guide included
Even beginners can easily master it, with a guide included. After waiting for more than half a year, it has finally returned! It is an entry-level high-altitude trekking route in Tibet, and also one of the few routes in Tibet that is friendly to novices.
So what exactly is the Mount Kailash trek like?
Mount Kailash has an elevation of 7554M and is one of the peaks in the Himalayas in Tibet. It is also one of the four sacred mountains traditionally revered by the Tibetan people.
Route overview:
Scenery index: 5 stars
Difficulty index: 2 stars (without camping)
Trekking distance: 30 kilometers
Average altitude: 4700M
Best trekking time:
March-May, the spring snow season, with a high possibility of snowfall. The snow scenery and the rhododendrons in May are the main attractions at this time.
June-August, when wildflowers bloom sporadically, set against the clear lake water and the distant snow-capped mountains, one might feel as if they've stepped into a world created by Hayao Miyazaki.
September-October, the snow mountains and golden forests intertwine beautifully, as if walking through an oil painting.
November-February, the exclusive blue ice season, where one can indulge in the beauty of sapphires, especially at Puma Yumco.
Beautiful sights:
5 sacred mountains: Mount Kailash + Yala Shampoo + Gurla Mandhata + Kangrinboqe + Dala Ri
5 sacred lakes: Yamdrok Lake + Puma Yumco + Baima Linco + Zhegu Co Three Lakes + Jiejiu Co
Recommended route
D1: Gather in Lhasa from all over the country
D2: Lhasa - Samye Monastery - Yumbulagang - Zhegu Grassland - Comai
D3: Comai - Kajiu Monastery - Sêrxü
D4: Sêrxü - Co Yu Village - Baima Linco - Co Yu Village
D5: Co Yu Village - Gurla Mandhata - Zhegu Co Three Lakes - Co Yu Village
D6: Co Yu - Jiejiu Co - View Mount Kailash - Sêrxü - Lhozhag
D7: Lhozhag - Puma Yumco - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa
Equipment suggestions
Travel equipment: 40-60L large backpack/suitcase, about 25L small backpack, thermal water bottle, sleeping bag (spare), photography equipment, etc.;
Suggested clothing: windbreaker, down jacket or fleece, hiking boots or trekking shoes, long-sleeve sweatshirt, long pants, T-shirt, thermal underwear, undergarments, socks, etc.;
Sun protection: sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses, magic scarf, hat;
Personal common medicines, toiletries, ID card (minors without an ID card need to bring a household registration book), border pass.
I am Muzi, meeting a different self on the road. If you are ready, remember to beep me! Follow me to see a different Western China!
The Covenant of Blue Ice | The First Mysterious Sheep Herding Festival of Pumoyong Tso
| The First Mysterious Sheep Herding Festival of Pumoyong Tso. Focus on the millennium folk customs, looking for the most beautiful blue ice!
I believe that anyone who has seen the documentary 'The Third Pole' will not be unfamiliar with the Sheep Herding Festival of Pumoyong Tso.
㊙️On the east bank of Pumoyong Tso, there is a 'highest administrative village in the world'--Tuiwa Village (altitude 5070)
Because of the high altitude, the local villagers are mainly pastoral.
Due to the cold winter and high altitude, the original grassland can no longer provide enough food for the sheep, but there is a rich grassland on the island in the heart of Pumoyong Tso, so every February, when Pumoyong Tso is frozen, the villagers will drive the sheep to the island. Wait until the next year before Pumoyong Tso is thawed, and then drive the sheep back to the village. This pastoral method has been continued for a thousand years.
Sheep Herding Festival: February 1, 2024
Address: Next to Tuiwa Village, Pumoyong Tso
⚠️Precautions:
1️⃣You need to apply for a border defense certificate to go to Pumoyong Tso
2️⃣The ice surface is very slippery, remember to bring ice claws
3️⃣The ice surface reflects strong ultraviolet rays, remember to do sun protection
4️⃣The temperature of the ice surface gradually decreases, you can stick some warm baby on the sole of your shoes and body
I love so much the divine scenery I saw
Sayram Lake, known as the 'Baikal Lake of China', is a dazzling gem of Tibet. Every winter, the lake freezes into ice, presenting a stunning blue ice spectacle, which would be a great pity to miss. Nature seems to favor this lake especially, the frozen lake surface blooms with dazzling blue light, the light and shadow change layer by layer, reflected in the ice surface, the texture on the ice surface is crisscrossed, as if the craftsman cut this dazzling sapphire with unparalleled craftsmanship, every angle is breathtakingly beautiful.
Admission is free all year round, the altitude is 5010 meters, the best viewing season is from December to February each year, the entire lake surface will freeze into thick ice, you can walk directly on the ice surface, if the weather is good, you can see blue ice, green ice, the cracks and bubbles in the ice are clearly visible.
Tips:
1. Border pass: Because Pumoyongtso is located in the border county, you need to apply for the Tibet border pass in advance, and the border pass specifies .
2. In February each year, when the ice layer is thickest, the annual migration of the Duiwa village sheep flock will be staged, which is very shocking.
3. Pumoyongtso's location is relatively remote, it is recommended to find a reliable local group to go, safety first.
4. It is recommended to bring a hat, scarf, gloves, sunglasses, be sure to keep warm.
2023-10-10 Sichuan Yunnan Tibet Xinjiang Gansu Qinghai Sichuan
2023-10-10 Today I left the heart of Yang Lake. As soon as I left the heart of Yang Lake, I heard that this scenic spot was closed. The reason is unknown, it's just closed. Today I will go to Pumoyongcuo. Pumoyongcuo is the largest freshwater lake in Tibet, with an altitude of 5010 meters. Tourism accommodation is being developed here. The scenery along the way is beautiful. We walk and take pictures. Continue to Yalong County. On the way, we pass through Duoqing Lake. Duoqing Lake is also a wetland park. There are many wild geese nesting here. The scenery is really beautiful. We walk along the 562 National Road and see Zhuomulaji Snow Mountain. Zhuomulaji Snow Mountain is very close to the road. If the weather is good, you can see the sunset golden mountain. We didn't arrive at the hotel to rest until more than nine o'clock in the evening.
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Glacier #40 Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Walk into the 40 Glacier in Tibet and admire a different blue ice world.
Tibet, a place you must visit once in your lifetime, the Blue Hole Glacier 40 Glacier Guide!
40 Glacier, also known as Cuojia Glacier, is located near the border of Langkazi County in Shannan Prefecture, Tibet, and Bhutan. It is named after the 40th boundary marker between China and Bhutan. Although not large in scale, it has a complete range of glacier forms (such as ice tongues, crevasses, ice surface lakes, ice caves, etc.) and you can get very close to the glacier. Walking on the lake surface, you can hear the rumbling sound of glacier movement. It is well worth a visit during your trip to Tibet.
Things to know before entering the 40 Glacier:
Altitude 5300 meters, proceed according to your physical condition.
It is very close to the border, so you need to apply for a border pass in advance before departure.
The road is not difficult to walk, but it is all wilderness and uninhabited areas, so at least a four-wheel-drive vehicle is required to go alone.
Be sure to download satellite navigation! Record the driving route! To prevent getting lost (at least an hour and a half of the journey has no signal at all).
Do not climb the glacier! It is very dangerous! Drone shooting is enough.
Starting from Langkazi County, head towards Pumoyongcuo along National Highway G219, walk along the lake from east to south, find the location of the "trail entrance" on the satellite map (there will be many tire marks on the ground, clearly indicating a road), and follow the tire marks all the way after entering. When you reach the "Zengcuo" location, you will be at the bottom of the 40 Glacier.
40 Glacier | The Dreamy World of Blue Crystals.
The Dreamy World of Blue Crystals. 40 Glacier, also known as Cuojia Glacier, is located on the national border, next to the No. 40 boundary marker, hence the name 40 Glacier. The glacier is at an altitude of 5300m and requires crossing an uninhabited area to reach it. There is no signal throughout the journey, so be sure to stay safe!
Border Pass: Everyone needs a border pass to enter 40 Glacier. It is best to get it done at your place of residence rather than in Lhasa, as it is not easy to handle individually there. You can also pay to get it done online.
Altitude Sickness: It is best to drink Rhodiola for a week before coming to Lhasa. Once in Lhasa, spend a couple of days in the city before heading to 40 Glacier. This can help mitigate altitude sickness. Be sure to bring several oxygen bottles, as this concerns your safety and should not be overlooked.
Things to Prepare in Advance: Oxygen bottles, hats, lip balm, enough water, snacks (easy to eat, such as beef, chocolate, bread, nuts), down jacket (the temperature difference in Tibet is significant between morning and evening, so bring one as a backup; you might not need it at noon, and you can take it off for photos), windbreaker, snow boots, sunglasses, gloves (useful for climbing the glacier to avoid hand injuries), walking stick, glucose, band-aids (for emergencies).
Route: Divided into 4 small sections
Lhasa - Langkazi County: Depart from Lhasa, passing by Yamdrok Lake, which is particularly blue and perfect for beautiful photos (see the next article for a photo guide along the way). Due to interval speed checks along the way, the journey is slow, so you can enjoy the scenery while driving. It takes about 4.5 to 5 hours to drive from Yamdrok Lake to Langkazi County.
Langkazi County - 40 Border Station: From Langkazi County to the entrance of 40 Glacier, which is the border checkpoint, takes about an hour. The checkpoint is not marked, just two temporary prefab houses with a national flag outside. I had to look for it several times before finding it. It is on the left side of the road, so don't miss it. Navigation won't help.
Border Station - 40 Glacier Parking Point: It takes about two hours to drive from the border station to the 40 Glacier. Just follow the tire tracks on the road; the road is quite good and won't trap your car, but there is no signal throughout the journey.
40 Glacier Parking Point - 40 Glacier: After parking at the 40 Glacier parking point, it takes about 10 minutes to reach the glacier for beautiful photos! When you are close to the 40 Glacier parking point, you will see a lake. There is no road, so be sure to go to the right of the lake, not the left. We went the wrong way. Finally, I wish everyone a happy and enjoyable trip to 40 Glacier, but always prioritize safety!
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience at the Blue Hole Glacier - Glacier 40.
Glacier 40, also known as Cuojia Glacier, is located near the border between Langkazi County in the Shannan region of Tibet and Bhutan. It is named after the 40th boundary marker between China and Bhutan. Although not large in scale, it features a variety of glacial formations (such as ice tongues, crevasses, ice surface lakes, ice caves, etc.), and you can get extremely close to the glacier. Walking on the lake surface, you can hear the rumbling sound of the glacier's movement, making it a must-visit on a trip to Tibet.
Things to know and prepare before entering Glacier 40:
Altitude is 5300 meters; proceed according to your physical condition.
It is very close to the border, so you need to obtain a border pass in advance before departure.
The road is not difficult but consists of wild paths and uninhabited areas; at least a four-wheel-drive vehicle is required to travel alone.
Be sure to download satellite navigation and record the driving route to prevent getting lost (at least 1.5 hours of the journey has no signal).
Do not climb the glacier! It is very dangerous! Drone photography is sufficient.
Travel in groups and proceed according to your ability!
China's Most Beautiful Glacier World — Cuogao Glacier
Cuogao Glacier, located deep in Tibet, is a mysterious and little-known world of ice blue. It is currently the most accessible mountain glacier found, allowing people to feel its charm up close. The various shapes of ice pillars and crevasses in the glacier form a wonderful spectacle.
When the sunlight shines on the towering glaciers, they emit a crystal-clear blue that is unforgettable. Stepping into this pristine glacier is like entering a pure and flawless crystal palace, as if returning to the distant ice age, as if traveling through time and space, being on another planet.
When you set foot on Cuogao Glacier, it's like entering a completely different world. The surface of the glacier is as white as snow, sparkling with dazzling light. The shapes of the glaciers vary, some like huge ice walls, some like winding rivers of ice, and others like ice sculptures. The ice and snow on the glacier reflect the color of the sky, sometimes showing a deep blue hue, sometimes turning into a soft pink. This colorful spectacle makes one feel as if they are in a fairy-tale world.
The ice pillars and crevasses on Cuogao Glacier are of various forms, like natural works of art. Some ice pillars soar into the clouds, like giant ice towers with their pointed tops covered in white snowflakes, resembling the palace of the ice queen. Others present strange curves and spiral shapes, like dancers in the glacier, graceful and moving.
The crevasses are like the scars of the glacier, crisscrossing the ice field. Some crevasses are wide and deep, like a canyon of the glacier, making one wonder about the history and evolution of the glacier. Others are slender and fine, like a crack, dividing the glacier into countless blocks of ice crystals, emitting a fascinating light.
Duoqingcuo Summit Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
2023-10-10 Sichuan Yunnan Tibet Xinjiang Gansu Qinghai Sichuan
2023-10-10 Today I left the heart of Yang Lake. As soon as I left the heart of Yang Lake, I heard that this scenic spot was closed. The reason is unknown, it's just closed. Today I will go to Pumoyongcuo. Pumoyongcuo is the largest freshwater lake in Tibet, with an altitude of 5010 meters. Tourism accommodation is being developed here. The scenery along the way is beautiful. We walk and take pictures. Continue to Yalong County. On the way, we pass through Duoqing Lake. Duoqing Lake is also a wetland park. There are many wild geese nesting here. The scenery is really beautiful. We walk along the 562 National Road and see Zhuomulaji Snow Mountain. Zhuomulaji Snow Mountain is very close to the road. If the weather is good, you can see the sunset golden mountain. We didn't arrive at the hotel to rest until more than nine o'clock in the evening.
Naiqin Kangsang Xue Mountain Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
One of the four sacred mountains in Tibet is Naiqinkang Sang Mountain
Naiqinkang Sang Mountain is located at the junction of Langkazi County and Jiangzi County in Tibet, next to Provincial Highway 317, with an altitude of 7191 meters. It is surrounded by white clouds all year round, sprinkling snowflakes, accumulating and compacting all year round, forming an ice layer of 20-100 meters thick. The well-known Karola Glacier is just beside the highway. Due to global warming, the Karola Glacier is slowly retreating. It seems that we won't be able to see this beautiful glacier in a few years...
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