Introduction to scenic spots along the Southern Sichuan-Tibet Line

Travellers who like to travel by car can say that they have infinite yearning for the Sichuan-Tibet Line. Today, the Sichuan-Tibet Line is divided into the Northern Line and the Southern Line. Today we are going to talk about the Southern Sichuan-Tibet Line. Let’s learn about the scenic spots and introductions along the way. First stop: Litang

Litang is the place that haunts the sixth Dalai Lama, Tsangyang Gyatso. Every summer, the blooming flowers on the Maoya Prairie surround Litang. The sea-like grassland is lush and green, forming a clean, ethereal and beautiful picture. The Changqingchun Ker Temple on the north slope, also known as Litang Temple, was founded by the third Dalai Lama. Together with Kumbum Monastery and Labrang Monastery, it is also known as the "Three Great Temples in Outer Tibet".

Every year on the third day of the sixth lunar month in the Tibetan calendar, the Litang Horse Racing Festival, the grandest event in the Kham region, is held here. It is derived from the Zhuanshan Festival. At that time, thousands of colorful tents will be set up on the grassland, where Kham men and Anduo horses sweat. Participants are all dressed in Kham costumes, singing cheerful tunes and joining the group dance. Second stop: Daocheng Yading Branch

Daocheng County is located in the south of Sichuan Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, in the eastern part of the famous Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, in the middle of the Hengduan Mountains, and is a national nature reserve. In the central part of Daocheng Scenic Area, there are open valleys and grasslands with luxuriant pasture and fragrant flowers, while in the south there are endless mountains of various shapes, deep valleys, ravines, rapids and waterfalls.

Aden means "the land of the sun" in Tibetan, and is also known as Nianqing Gonggarisong Gongbu, which means "holy land". Aden became a national nature reserve in 2001. It not only has magnificent and stunning scenery of ancient glaciers and lakes in the mountains, but also has rich and diverse animal and plant resources. The scenic spot is mainly composed of three sacred mountains: Xiannairi, Yangmaiyong and Xianuoduoji, as well as surrounding rivers, lakes and alpine meadows. Whether you look at these three towering snow-capped mountains from a distance, or choose to climb and camp, you will be amazed by the magnificence of the scenery you see. The third stop: Meili Snow Mountain Branch Line

Driving more than 300 kilometers southwest from Daocheng, you will reach Meili Snow Mountain at the junction of Yunnan, Sichuan and Tibet. The word "Meili" is the Chinese translation of mainri in Deqin Tibetan, which means "medicine mountain". It is famous for its rich production of various precious medicinal materials. The highest peak of Meili Snow Mountain is Kawagebo Peak, which is also the landmark of the scenic spot. Rizhao Jinshan is a unique natural wonder in the Meili Snow Mountain area, attracting a large number of travelers to explore - the golden sunlight and the flawless mountain snow complement each other, which is extremely spectacular. If you want to see the scenery of Rizhao Jinshan, you must choose the right time to go and choose the viewing location in advance. Fourth stop: Ranwu Town

Ranwu Town, which is about 4,000 meters above sea level, is highly regarded by travelers because of Ranwu Lake, the largest alpine barrier lake in eastern Tibet. Ranwu Lake is close to the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. There are Gangrigabu Snow Mountain to the southwest of the lake, Azagonla Glacier to the south, and Bossula Ridge to the northeast. Although the altitude is very high, the beautiful scenery of Ranwu Lake always attracts many photography enthusiasts to stay overnight. Surrounded by mountains in the early morning, Ranwu Lake is calm and waveless, with a pool of clear water against the blue sky and snow-capped mountains. It is the best place to take photos of "Jiuzhaigou on the Plateau" Good timing.

Laigu Glacier is adjacent to Ranwu Lake, and its name also comes from a small village next to the glacier - Laigu Village. In Tibetan, "Laigu Village" means a hidden, paradise-like village. Laigu Glacier is composed of 6 marine glaciers, among which Yalong Glacier is the most beautiful. After climbing the iceberg, you can also see a series of large and small glacial lakes, which is spectacular. Stop 5: Bomi

Bomi is located between snow-capped mountains and forests. People often associate it with the beautiful scenery of Jungfrau. Between this canyon with an altitude of only 2,800 meters, two rivers, the Parlung Zangbo and the Yigong Zangbo, flow. Not only do they carve out three-dimensional and rich natural beauty for Bomi, but their large horseshoe-shaped turns also create the famous Pailong natural danger. ,

The Linzhi spruce forest in Gangxiang, located more than 20 kilometers west of the county, can be regarded as one of the most beautiful forests in China. In this mist-shrouded primeval forest, apart from the chirping of birds, only the waves of pine trees remain. There are small lakes hidden deep in the fir forest, and yaks eat grass and drink water under the prayer flags, which adds a pastoral feel to this mysterious forest. Sixth stop: Lulang and Linzhi

As we approach the Lulang section, the boulders disappear, and vast forests cover the 318 National Highway. The breeze rustles through the green leaves, and the Lulang forest sea has begun to show its beauty. of unique charm. In Tibetan, "Lulang" means Dragon King Valley, which is known as "Snowy Switzerland". Its plateau temperate zone semi-humid monsoon climate is very pleasant.

The Lulang Forest is a forest hidden in the sea of ??clouds, mountains, and mist. Walking through the shade of the trees, you sometimes can’t help but want to drive slowly on purpose. You don’t have to go deep into the forest. Driving along is happy enough. If you come here from July to mid-September, you can also see wild flowers blooming everywhere, which is a unique style.

Lingzhi is a transliteration of the Tibetan word "Nichi", which means "the throne of the sun". As the capital of Linzhi City, Bayi District has begun to take on the feel of a third-tier city, with chain hotels, restaurants and other facilities readily available, making it an excellent choice to relieve the fatigue of traveling. You can also drive about 15 kilometers south of the city and enter the Niyang River Scenic Area, where Benri Mountain stretches, disappearing and appearing. This is also the famous wintering area for black-necked cranes in Tibet. If you want to get up close to the beautiful scenery, you can join the mountain trekking team in late autumn to see a different kind of pastoral scenery. End point: Lhasa

How could it be the end of this long journey without the majestic Potala Palace and the sacred life-size golden statue of Sakyamuni? In the past 14 centuries, many pilgrims have taken three steps and one tap, spending their entire lives just to get here. As the capital of Tibet, Lhasa is more prosperous and modern than other Tibetan cities. If you plan to travel deep into Tibet, it is also the best supply place and the last opportunity to apply for border defense documents.

When it comes to traveling to Lhasa, the Potala Palace is an unavoidable destination. The main building of the Potala Palace, the White House, is where the Dalai Lama lives and handles government affairs. There is a golden handprint of the fifth Dalai Lama on the wall near the foyer. The murals tell the story of the construction of the palace and the Jokhang Temple, as well as the story of Princess Wencheng's entry into Tibet. . The towering Red Palace in the center is part of the temple, which houses the stupa of the Dalai Lama and holds religious ceremonies. The highest hall was once the place where lots were drawn from the golden urn.