Gongga Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

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✨ . 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. #travellater #explore #campingglamping #beautiful #bucketlist #summervacation #wintergetaway #tibet #yamdroklake #stunningview

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! 🌸✨

The loneliest temple in Tibet (Rito Temple)

A must-visit in this lifetime❗❗ The loneliest temple in Tibet (Rito Temple) is located on a small island in the middle of Yamdrok Lake 📍Rito Temple This is also the loneliest temple There is only one monk Who has been guarding here since the moment of his birth Some people say he is lonely But I say he is happy

The loneliest temple in the world

The Rito Temple on the Yang Lake in Tibet has a history of more than 600 years, which is earlier than the construction time of the Beijing Forbidden City . Yangzhuo Yongcuo, also known as Yang Lake, is mostly located in Langkazi County, Shannan City, Tibet, with a lake surface altitude of more than 4400 meters. The Rito Temple is located on a peninsula on the north shore of Yang Lake, surrounded by water on three sides. The small island is surrounded by water on three sides, and only a small road connects to the opposite bank. Everyone who comes here is attracted by the beautiful scenery here, even the toilet shows you the beautiful scenery A blue lake, a temple! Indulge in a person's world, enjoy the tranquility and freedom brought by loneliness, there is a different taste in my heart

The colorful autumn is the best time to take pictures. National Day went to Tibet and happened to catch up with Jinqiu. I took a lot of photos I liked. Today I will share with you a place around Lhasa that is perfect for autumn. coordinates Yarlung Zangbo Riverside: From Lhasa to Zetang (especially on both sides of the Zetang Bridge), from Lhasa to Yanghu (especially the airport to the Yanghu section), on both sides of these two roads In the golden poplar forest, stop and take pictures when you see where to park! Best shooting time 1 If you want photos to be transparent, be sure to shoot in fine weather. 2 If you shoot in the woods, try to choose noon. At this time, the mottled light is sprinkled through the leaves to form a wonderful light and shadow, which is most suitable for taking fresh portraits. If you have a cigarette cake, you can also take a sacred Jesus light effect 3 If you choose to shoot in the open scene by the river, the most beautiful backlit shot 1 hour before sunset, the color is very easy to shoot oil painting !

The early morning in Lhasa is really cold. On this day, Yixi is sorting out the nest of Nanshan and the ugly (a pair of Teddy), while in September (a cheese cat) is basking in the sun, grinding about 9:30 Our journey with two dogs and one cat officially opened. When we crossed the tunnel, we were still immersed in the smog of the Yarlung Zangbo River in the fairyland. The whole process of smog and smog was less than five minutes, that is, when we passed a bridge, we felt the wonderland on the Yajiang Bridge. After the river, the clouds dissipated, the sun shone, and the earth returned to its original state.

Shanghai to Lhasa is not a direct flight, I am unexpected. Most of them are in Xi'an special planes, or Chengdu special planes. No matter how far the journey is, as long as you get to your destination, everything is full of happiness. The bright sunshine gave me a big hug, and immediately my mood was as bright as the sun. The road from Lhasa to Shigatse has two, one north line, along the Yarlung Zangbo, the last section of the famous 318 National Road, and the other is the South Line, passing the Gangbala Mountains and sheep. Zhuoyu Lake, Langkazi County, Jiangyan County, you can see the holy mountain of the holy mountain. In order not to miss any scenery, we went to the Northern Line when we went, and the South Line when we went back. We have all heard of Han Hong's "Hometown". I have a lot of questions about this song. First of all, Han Hong is a native of Tibet. She said that my hometown is in the beautiful Shigatse. I don't know why? Secondly, there is a sentence in the lyrics, "There is a beautiful river in front of the door." I wonder if it is the Yarlung Tsang in front of me, or the tributary of the Lhasa River. In short, it is very beautiful.

The Potala Palace in Tibet

Different views of the Potala Palace throughout the four seasons, the Potala Palace, located in Lhasa, Tibet, is a symbol of Tibetan Buddhism and a World Cultural Heritage. Its mystique comes from the uniqueness of its location and architecture, religious beliefs and legends, the mysterious power of the treasures within, the complex labyrinth layout, the history of monks' cultivation, and the unsolved historical mysteries. As one of the mysterious buildings, the Potala Palace displays a profound cultural and historical heritage.

Beautiful Lhasa

Lhasa is the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and the largest city in Tibet. It is located in the middle of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with an altitude of about 3650 meters, and is one of the highest cities in the world. As the political, economic and cultural center of Tibet, Lhasa has a rich historical and cultural heritage. One of the most famous attractions is the Potala Palace, which is the most important religious and political center in Tibet and one of the most famous landmarks in Tibet. The Potala Palace is a huge palace building, its magnificent architectural style and unique Tibetan art decoration are breathtaking. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery and understand the religion and culture of Tibet. In addition to the Potala Palace, Lhasa has other important attractions, such as the Jokhang Temple, the Small Jokhang Temple and the Sera Monastery. The Jokhang Temple is one of the most important Buddhist temples in Tibet and the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in the world. It is famous for its majestic architecture and rich Buddhist culture. The Small Jokhang Temple is a temple mainly for culture, known as the 'Library of Lhasa', which collects a large number of cultural and historical documents. The Sera Monastery is an important lama temple and an important academy of Tibetan Buddhism. In Lhasa, you can also experience the unique Tibetan culture and lifestyle. You can enjoy the traditional music and dance performances of the Tibetans, taste the authentic Tibetan food, and participate in some traditional festivals and celebrations. In general, Lhasa is a city full of mystery and charm, with a rich historical and cultural heritage. If you have the opportunity to go to Lhasa, be sure to visit these famous attractions and experience the unique charm of Tibetan culture. At the same time, remember to adapt to the plateau environment and take precautions against altitude sickness.

Potala Palace - Lhasa must see

- Getting There - accessible from most places in Lhasa, get a taxi or ebike 🚕 🛵 - Notes - bring your passport as there are multiple security checks. no lighters, or vapes and no bottled water allowed inside. 🚬 also no pictures inside - be prepared to queue outside, so bring a hat 👒 to prevent sunburn Potala Palace is spectacular , the entire exterior is huge and you can get good photos from the Palace Square across the road. 🏯 take your time walking up the stairs. it's crowded inside but you can see the Dalai Lama's office, and various stupas from previous Lamas. take some small bills and leave donations for various Buddhas. #tibet #lhasa #monastery

Potala Palace - Tibet Autonomous Region

Getting there - Book with a tour group to get to Tibet. We used JoyTravel in China and they were wonderful. :) Take a moment to stop and catch your breath, the Potala Palace sits at an elevation of 3700 meters about 12,100 feet. We spent time hiking up and through each room. The many rooms of the palace were exquisite and it was such a treat to learn about the history of each location. Photography is not permitted inside, however, this made the experience seem even more special and we were able to take in the sights without any distractions. #travellater #explore #tibet #urbanexplorer #traveltheworld #palace #bucketlist #summervacation #wintergetaway

2013-10-03 Sichuan Yunnan Tibet Xinjiang Gansu Qinghai Sichuan

2023-10-03 Today is to go to Namtso. Arrived at the foot of Namtso, there is a checkpoint where you need to buy tickets and car tickets, each person more than 200 yuan. Arrived at the visitor center, then take their car to the Zaxi Peninsula of Namtso. There is no ticket from Bange County to Namtso. The tickets are collected by the villagers of the county, or it can be said that they are collected by Damxung County. We did not enter the visitor center and walked along the provincial road. Passed Nima Village, Shengxiang Tianmen has been sealed and cannot be entered. Today's lake tour, finally find a place to camp, 9 o'clock Milky Way is above the head, it is difficult to shoot, took a few photos and then rest.

Tibet Tourism|Ali is the most worthwhile place to go in winter!!

|Ali is the most worthwhile place to go in winter!! Tibet Tourism|Ali is the most worthwhile place to go in winter!! One of the "Three Holy Lakes" in Tibet. The Namtso during the day is blue and pure. The Namtso at night is mysterious and deep. If you go to Namtso, why not camp for a night and gaze at the stars. I prefer Namtso in winter, it's so beautiful that it makes you doubt life, indescribable Altitude: 4718m 📍Location: 190km north from Tibet, near Zaxi Temple in Damxung County, Lhasa City, Tibet Autonomous Region. 🎫Ticket: Off-season 85 yuan (winter tour price sightseeing car, free admission) Peak season 210 yuan (admission plus sightseeing car) 🚗Transportation: 200 kilometers away from Lhasa, about 3 hours by car, it is recommended to charter or follow the group, public buses cannot reach directly. 🏠Accommodation: 1, You can stay in Namtso Township 2, You can also return to Damxung County for accommodation 💚Check-in attractions 👉Nagenla Mountain It is a must-pass place to Namtso, and it is also a sacred place in the hearts of Tibetans, and a great place to overlook Namtso. 👉Zaxi Peninsula Zaxi Peninsula, also known as Auspicious Love Island, is located in Damxung County, Tibet. It is the largest peninsula of Namtso and the most important scenic spot to visit Namtso. 💚Recommended route: D1: Lhasa-Yang Lake-Karola Glacier-Manla Reservoir-Shigatse D2: Shigatse-Kongma Prairie-Qomolangma Evergreen Snow Mountain-Dingjie Wetland-Qilin Gorge-Rimana Snow Mountain-Luozi Peak-Guo Township-Longren Mountain-Everest Base Camp-Basong Village D3: Basong Village-Jiawula Mountain Pass-Jiazuola Mountain Pass-Dingri-People's Square in Shanghai to Tibet-Lazi-Zhashlunbu Temple-Shigatse D4: Shigatse-Nanmulin-Jiegangri Mountain-Cedonglin Lake-Color Forest Lake-Bange D5: Bange-Bamucuo-Namtso-Namtso East Coast Viewing Point-Nalagen Mountain Pass-Nianqing Tanggula Mountain-Lhasa I am a small package who loves to travel and share✌️

Such grand and tranquil beauty only exists in the snowy mountain holy lake - Namtso

It's not its fault that it's so beautiful, this is Tibet's Namtso. Namtso is one of the 'three holy lakes' in Tibet. It is the first divine lake of the ancient Bon religion, and one of the famous Buddhist holy places. Wherever you look, there is pure blue, boundless vastness, sacred and flawless. Being here, you can let go of everything and just be yourself. If blue is a synonym for beauty, it must be describing here. 'In this land reserved by God, even time freezes...' When you come to Namtso, you will experience what it feels like to have a sudden enlightenment! It is located in the central part of the Tibet Autonomous Region, the second largest lake in Tibet, and the third largest saltwater lake in China! Located on the 'roof of the world', it presents the sacred and pure beauty to the world without reservation! To the south of the lake, there are the year-round snow-capped Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, and to the north and west, there are gentle highland hills and a vast lakeshore. The heavenly lake is like a giant mirror, embedded in the grasslands of northern Tibet! Here, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with changing clouds, unlike the turbulent sea, the rushing waterfall. Namtso, just lies there quietly, tranquility is her posture, the troubles of the world have nothing to do with her..... Such grand yet tranquil beauty only exists in the snowy mountain holy lake - Namtso! Namtso, is one of the 'three holy lakes' in Tibet, and also a must-visit spot for Tibet travel. It is also known as the 'lake closest to heaven'. The azure lake, blue sky and white clouds, scattered yaks, distant snow-capped mountains, this is Namtso, a holy place to purify the soul. Ticket price: 120 yuan, taking a photo with the yaks in the scenic area is 50 yuan per photo (you can bargain, depending on your bargaining ability). Precautions: !The most important thing to pay attention to when traveling to Tibet is altitude sickness, especially in Namtso, where the altitude reaches over 5000, it is easy to have altitude sickness, it is recommended to bring medicine for altitude sickness. !The wind here is particularly strong, it can make your head ache, thick clothes and hats are necessary, be prepared for wind protection. And because the light is strong, sunglasses are also necessary, otherwise you can't open your eyes, and you need to be prepared for sun protection to prevent sunburn. !Choose a good time to travel, the weather greatly affects the beauty of Namtso, although the scenery is not bad on cloudy days, but Namtso on a sunny day is really beautiful! The best time to go to Namtso is from July to September. !When taking pictures, be careful not to take pictures of the local Tibetans and cattle and sheep, because they may charge you. And when taking a photo with a yak, keep a safe distance first, because you might get kicked.

Namtso Lake via Damxung

Getting There - spend the night in Damxung/Dangxiong or Lhasa/Lasa 🏯 Attractions - Namtso Lake / Lake Nam / Tengri Nor 🏞 Note! Even in summer, the altititude of this Lake can make the entire area quite cold, so bring a jacket and a rain coat too - as it's quite susceptible to weather changes. 🏔☀️🌧 Also, check with your tour guide if the bus tickets are included to the Lake. 🏞 Lake Namtso is the largest Lake in Tibet (AR), it is a giant saltwater lake. You can see how pristine it is for miles from the lovely turquoise blue colour. 🔵 around the island are various locals trading their wares, and selling noodles that you can feed to the local birds. 🐦 #tibet #saltwaterlake