The Karola Glacier in Tibet

The Karola Glacier is located at the border of Langkazi County in Shannan City and Gyangze County in Shigatse City, Tibet Autonomous Region. It is one of the three major continental glaciers in Tibet. Here is an introduction to the Karola Glacier attractions: 🕘【Opening Hours】: Open all year round 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 💴【Ticket Price】: 50 RMB per person ⛺【Activities】: 👉Glacier Scenery: The Karola Glacier is backed by the southern slope of Mount Noijin Kangsang. The upper part of the glacier is a gently sloping ice cap, while the lower part consists of two hanging glacier tongues. The eastern tongue is 3 kilometers long and 750 meters wide, with its terminus at an elevation of 5,233 meters. The western tongue is 4.5 kilometers long and 1.5 kilometers wide, with its terminus at an elevation of 5,145 meters. The glacier covers an area of 9.4 square kilometers, with the glacier tongue's front edge at an elevation of 5,560 meters. 👉Snow Mountain Scenery: Mount Noijin Kangsang is one of the four major peaks in Tibet, with an elevation of 7,191 meters. It is surrounded by more than ten peaks over 6,000 meters high, featuring majestic and rugged terrain. 👉Nearby Attractions: Nearby attractions include the Gyangze Dzong Fortress, Palcho Monastery, Pala Manor, Relong Monastery, Gyangze Dzong Anti-British Site, Mount Ningjin Kangsang, Kinga Cave, and Mount Jangsang Lhamo. 🚌【Transportation Tips】: You can drive yourself, hire a car, or join a tour group organized by a travel agency to visit the Karola Glacier. 🧡【Preparation】: Due to the high altitude of the Karola Glacier, it is recommended to take precautions against altitude sickness in advance. The glacier area is cold, so bring enough warm clothing. When viewing the glacier, pay attention to safety and do not cross the warning lines.