Lhasa Namtso Lake + Yanghu 3-day itinerary
3 cities |
10 attraction(s) |
total distance 528
km
TIPS
Day1
Day2
Day3
Day1: Lasa
4 attraction(s) ·
171 km
2
The Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains is one of the main mountain ranges of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, crossing the central and eastern parts of Tibet. Its main peak, Nyenchen Tanglha Peak, has an altitude of 7,111 meters. To the northwest of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains is Lake Namtso, and to the south is the Yangbajain Valley, which is rich in geothermal resources and has many hot springs. According to legend, the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains is the home to the mountain deity that governs the hundreds of Tanglha Mountains that span the northern part of Tibet. It is considered the most important protector deity and is revered by both followers of Bon religion and Buddhism, who believe that this mountain is a sacred place for spiritual practice and gatherings.
Day2: Lasa
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
1
Quoted: "This is the famous Chado Nanka Island on the northern shore of Lake Namtso. From a distance, the coastline of Namtso Lake forms two perfect arcs, with a huge rock standing abruptly in the middle of the arc. It looks like an elephant when seen up close."
Day3: Rikaze > Shannan > Lasa
5 attraction(s) ·
357 km
2
Manla Reservoir is a large-scale water conservancy project located in Longma Township, Jiangzi County, Shigatse Prefecture, Tibet. It is mainly used for irrigation, power generation, flood control, and tourism. The dam is made of clay core wall and stone, with a length of 287 meters, a height of 76.3 meters, and a top width of 10 meters. It is known as the "number one dam in Tibet." It is 28 kilometers away from the county seat and 113 kilometers away from Shigatse City. Manla project is a major (Ⅱ) type project, and it is the "leading" project on the Nianchu River. The elevation of the dam site is between 4200-4300 meters. The winter is cold and dry, and there is a lack of oxygen. The actual construction period is only 7-8 months, and the construction conditions are harsh.
49
km
3
Naijingangsa, one of the four major snow mountains in Tibet. Like a beautiful lady dressing quietly, Karola gazes afar among the mountains. It is said that Karola Glacier is the closest glacier to the highway in Tibet, only about 300 meters away. Karola Glacier is located at the border of Langkazi County and Shigatse County, 71 kilometers away from Shigatse County. After leaving Yamdrok Lake, you will come to the terminal moraine of Karola Glacier after crossing the 4,330-meter Semila Pass. The elevation of the front of the glacier tongue is 5,560 meters, and the viewing area of Karola Glacier is about 5,400 meters above sea level, in the area around 5,600 meters north of the mountain pass. Naijingangsa is the main peak of Lhagangri Mountain, north of the Himalayas. According to legend, it is the residence of the four major mountain gods of Tibetan Buddhism, the Western Mountain God Noji Kangwa Sangbu. Naijingangsa is surrounded by more than 10 peaks above 6,000 meters and is one of the four major snow mountains in Tibet.
81
km
5
The Potala Palace Square is the highest-altitude city square in the world, where many important events in Lhasa are held. Standing on the square and looking up at the Potala Palace, you can better appreciate its majestic and sacred aspect.
