Things to do in Lhunze

Our tour guide, Mr. Cheng, was very handsome, gave a very detailed explanation, and had excellent service. If you have the chance, you must experience the charm of the Potala Palace. Highly recommended! 👍👍👍

Yumai Township, a border town in Shannan, Tibet, has extraordinary significance. Once upon a time, it was a "three-person township". Elder Sangjie Quba and his daughters Zhuoga and Yangzong stayed here to guard the motherland's territory by grazing and patrolling the border. Today, it has become a well-off township with 67 households and more than 250 people, and has undergone earth-shaking changes. With the support of the government, Yumai Township focuses on building red tourism routes and uniformly planning homestays, attracting a large number of tourists and diversifying the income of villagers. For example, Suolang Zhuoga opened a Tibetan teahouse, He Ning and his wife ran a homestay, and foreign merchants took root, enriching the service industry market. The infrastructure has also been fully upgraded, communication signals are fully covered, express delivery business is busy, online shopping and mobile payment are popular, and life is very convenient. The development of Yumai Township is the result of countless people's patriotism, border defense, and hard work. The patriotic spirit and development vitality it shows are admirable, and the future will surely be better.

First, let's talk about transportation. If you're staying inside the scenic area, you can complete the necessary procedures at the main gate (in the small building to the right of the security guard's office after entering) and drive into the scenic area free of charge. If you're just visiting, park your car in the outdoor parking lot and take the scenic area shuttle bus. Second, let's talk about the environment. The scenic area is very large. Even without considering the four valleys, driving from the entrance to the other side of the scenic area takes several tens of minutes. The scenic area follows a single road along the lake, and the weather can be unpredictable, with periods of rain followed by periods of sunshine. On sunny days, it's quite beautiful. Next, let's talk about service. The entrance to the scenic area is a bit chaotic. On the left is the visitor center, and on the right, in a small building resembling a security office, you can complete the procedures for driving into the scenic area, but there are no signs indicating where to go. You might queue for a long time at the visitor center and then be told which way to go. Once inside the scenic area, there's no one to help you because it's so large; you have to find things yourself. Finally, let's talk about other things. Some roads leading to the accommodation areas within the scenic area are quite narrow, making it difficult for cars to pass each other. We visited two of the four valleys. Bailang Valley had an extremely bad road, and the entrance to the middle valley cost 10 yuan from the local Tibetans. The entire Zhalagou Valley is paved, but we didn't go all the way to the end; we only drove for forty minutes before turning back. It's quite a long road.

The Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon, located in Pai Town, Milin City, Nyingchi, Tibet, is the world's longest and deepest canyon. The scenic area is currently open to the public, offering views of the canyon, Namcha Barwa Peak, the river, and forest landscapes…

The experience was excellent. It's so convenient for tourists who don't drive to get to Yamdrok Lake. The driver was also very nice and made sure to stop at each viewpoint for a good amount of time so that tourists could enjoy the view and take photos. Thumbs up!

Visiting Jokhang Temple again after many years, the entrance has been significantly improved, making it look more like a proper tourist attraction. The interior remains the same, but the management is more comprehensive; however, the third floor is no longer open to the public. It's a must-see attraction on any trip to Lhasa.

Namcha Barwa is absolutely worth a visit! I went with my family. Located in Nyingchi, Tibet, Namcha Barwa is shrouded in mist year-round. At 7,782 meters, it's the highest peak at the eastern end of the Himalayas. At its foot lies the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon—the world's deepest canyon. The weather was pretty good the day I went; although clouds obscured the summit, I could still see almost the entire mountain, so I was lucky. It was a bit of a shame that the sun wasn't strong enough to see the golden sunrise on the mountain.

When visiting Lhasa, seeing the Princess Wencheng Theater is a must-do attraction. The theater is quite large, with a museum nearby, and the Potala Palace is visible in the distance directly opposite. It's definitely worth a visit.

Barkor Street where you can buy souvenirs for a fair price. On weekends you will find many locals on their way to Jokhang Temple. If you want some Western food, I’m this street also has a KFC and Pizza Hut.