Zuogong Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Youth has no price, cycling straight to Lhasa, it turns out that many people really go to Tibet alone

I come from afar, just for a date with you, Tibet will always be there, but I am only young once, I thought what I dreamed of was true love and freedom. But when I found that it seemed a bit far away to get both at the same time, it's better to pursue freedom this time, and look for true love in the rest of my life.

Crossing 318 | Dreaming back, looking for the secret paradise of the Sichuan-Tibet line In the circle of self-driving, I dont think there is any road that can match the Sichuan-Tibet line! Today's Sichuan-Tibet line is not only a road, but also a gateway to the extreme beauty of paradise. Snow mountains, forests, grasslands, glaciers and a number of rivers and rivers, the spectacular scenery along the way makes you dazzle. [Self-driving route]: Chengdu--Xinduqiao--Litang--Batang--Zuogong--Basu--Ranwu Lake--Miduo Glacier--Bo Secret--Lulanglinhai--August--Niyang River--Lhasa [Traffic Guide]: The most dangerous section of the Sichuan-Tibet line: the most representative is the Sichuan-Tibet line Kang to Bomi section of the road, to pass through one of the three dangers of the Sichuan-Tibet line, the Mount Bashan, the Mount Bashan is built on the mountain, the mountain road is winding, there is no guardrail on the opposite side, you can see the Nujiang under the foot when driving. It will pass through more than 5,000-odd Dongda Mountain and the legendary Tianlu 72 turn; some sections of Sichuan-Tibet will also implement traffic control, and the route needs to be arranged in advance; the rainy season pays attention to natural disasters such as landslides and mudslides, and driving should be cautious.

At the moment I entered the Tibetan area, I went all the way to the highest place. I am glad that my thin body is not high, but my ears are rumbling! Occasionally in a semi-sounding state! But this does not prevent me from going to the most beautiful place in my heart! I shouted at this mountain! I have reached the most beautiful place in Tibet! I don't want anything, I just look at the mountains under this pure sky! This is the life I yearn for!

Self-driving to Tibet | Five things you must know before the 72 turns from Zogang to Nujiang

40-day self-driving travel notes on the Ancient Tea Horse Road Starting from Zogang County, it is 105 kilometers and 1 hour and 30 minutes away from the famous Yela Mountain Nujiang 72 turns on G318. The road condition of this section of G318 is very good, with picturesque scenery along the way, but there may be a big traffic jam at the 72 turns, so before setting off, look at the five points summarized by Caicaijuaner based on her travel experience to help you get through G318. ❶What places will you pass through in these 105 kilometers? Starting from Zogang County and driving on G318, you will pass through three towns before reaching Yela Mountain Nujiang 72 turns: Wangda, Tiantuo, and Bangda. After passing Bangda Town, you will immediately start climbing the mountain, and there may be two-way traffic control during road construction. The first checkpoint will also be set up from the place where you start climbing Yela Mountain from Bangda Town. Sometimes traffic control will start at 10 am. ❷When to start crossing the Nujiang 72 turns without traffic jam? If you want to see the scenery between Zogang County and Nujiang 72 turns, and don't want to encounter traffic control, you need to set off from Zogang County before 7 am, and it is safest to pass the Bangda Town checkpoint before 9 am. Please note: Even if you collect road condition information in advance, there are still many variables in this area. It is recommended to cross the Nujiang 72 turns during the road construction period at the above-mentioned time. If you don't want to stop along the way, please look at the scenery we shot below. Of course, once the road of the 72 turns is repaired, this situation will automatically be lifted, and you can enjoy the scenery here leisurely. ❸The Jade River that accompanies the whole journey The Jade River, which flows through Zogang County, accompanies all the way to Bangda Town. The Jade River is a first-level tributary on the left bank of the middle reaches of the Nujiang River. 'Qu' is Tibetan, meaning river. The Jade River in Zogang County is a very clear river. Its color is neither strong nor gorgeous, it is faintly clear, quietly nourishing this land. ❸There are also racks for drying barley here The valley nourished by the Jade River is a fertile field. After the harvest season, the racks full of barley become a scene. Unlike Shangri-La, the barley racks here are not for pleasing, but for life. They may be a bit simple, and they are not always neatly arranged, but they are natural and the finishing touch of this road scenery. ❹Left and right snow mountains 'Dharma Protector' Looking at the satellite map, you know that this area of G318 is all driving in the valley, with high mountains along the way, and in autumn and winter, there are snow-capped mountains on both sides of the road. From Zogang to Nujiang 72 turns, there are some mountains with perennial snow on the left hand side. The extreme scenery of the Hengduan Mountains continues along this road. ▶️The above content is summarized based on personal travel experience, please forgive me if there are any omissions. ▶️Affected by time, some scenes may change, based on the current situation. ▶️The address location information is provided by the website, please leave a message for more detailed information. ▶️All the scenic spots traveled by Caicaijuaner and Mr. Dog can be reached by car. 🔸🔹🔸 If you like self-driving tours and don't take the usual path, please listen to Caicaijuaner's story.

Always love Litang that shines with golden light

🧑🏼‍🌾 Litang, the hometown of Ding Zhen and the place where Tsangyang Gyatso's soul is lingering, this low-key city in the clouds is 4000 meters above sea level, has the title of "the highest city in the world", and there is a saying in road travel that "it is not Sichuan-Tibet without Litang" 🏡 The beauty of Litang is natural, pure, and full of wildness. Snow-capped mountains and grasslands, eagles and horses... constitute the unique Litang 1️⃣ Letong Ancient Town: There is a 318 landmark sign, a strong Tibetan cultural atmosphere, and Tibetans wearing traditional Tibetan costumes express their devotion to their beliefs with prayer wheels 2️⃣ Tsangyang Gyatso Miniature Museum: The museum of Tsangyang Gyatso, a famous poet in Tibetan history, is also where Ding Zhen works, and you may meet him 3️⃣ Litang West City Gate: A must-visit landmark on the 318 road, with the city gate and blue sky and white clouds as the background, but there are many cars on the road, so be careful 4️⃣ Changqing Chunke'er Temple: The red and yellow color scheme is very eye-catching, the Buddha statues in the temple are exquisite, and the murals are lifelike. It is the largest Gelugpa temple in the Kamba area 5️⃣ Dongshan Top: Next to Changqing Chunke'er Temple, you can overlook Litang, which is quite shocking! Xiaze Tong Village: Ding Zhen's hometown, the world is vast, the sky is pure, it belongs to the southern line of Ge'nyen, the fairy tale wooden house scenery is comparable to Switzerland 6️⃣ Maoya Grassland: One hour drive from Litang, a large grassland surrounded by mountains, with snow-capped mountains, streams, meadows and sheep. It's very photogenic 7️⃣ Xiaze Tong Village: Ding Zhen's hometown, the world is vast, the sky is pure, it belongs to the southern line of Ge'nyen, the fairy tale wooden house scenery is comparable to Switzerland 8️⃣ Maoya Grassland: One hour drive from Litang, a large grassland surrounded by mountains, with snow-capped mountains, streams, meadows and sheep. It's very photogenic ⚠️ About altitude sickness: It is recommended to gradually enter from low-altitude areas, it is recommended not to land directly at the airport, if you feel uncomfortable while playing, stop and breathe slowly, prepare a portable oxygen bottle in advance! Our itinerary is from Chengdu, the attractions along the way are gradually increasing from low to high, to the greatest extent reduce the possibility of altitude sickness

Youth has no price, cycling straight to Lhasa, it turns out that many people really go to Tibet alone

I come from afar, just for a date with you, Tibet will always be there, but I am only young once, I thought what I dreamed of was true love and freedom. But when I found that it seemed a bit far away to get both at the same time, it's better to pursue freedom this time, and look for true love in the rest of my life.

Ding Zhen's hometown, the highest city in the world - Litang, is very beautiful

⭐️Today we came to Litang, which is also Ding Zhen's hometown, the highest city in the world! The altitude here exceeds 4000. After a few days of plateau adaptation, there is no obvious altitude sickness, but you must slow down when walking, because walking too fast is still a bit panting. 🗻We considered the altitude problem in Litang and did not stay overnight. We only spent half a day visiting and finally stayed in Yajiang, a low-altitude area, about two and a half hours drive from Litang. Litang tour route: ✅Qianhu Tibetan Village·Letong Ancient Town: The old town of Litang, I think it is very similar to Barkhor Street in Lhasa. There is a strong commercial atmosphere here, and there are many miniature museums. The flow of people is very large during holidays. The ancient town is beautiful, and it is quite good to take pictures and check in. I saw many young ladies taking portraits in Tibetan costumes. There are rental clothing and photography services outside and inside the ancient town. It is recommended to visit for 1-2 hours. ✅Changqing Chunkeer Temple: This is also called Litang Temple. It is the oldest and largest Tibetan Buddhist Gelug temple in Kang District. If you overlook the panoramic view of Litang, you can drive up from the back mountain road by yourself, which is really convenient without climbing! This is also the sunset viewing point in Litang. There are steps on the way to take pictures, and it is very pictorial to shoot from top to bottom.

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