Things to do in Saga

The scenery was stunning; we were lucky with the weather and managed to capture the golden sunrise over the mountains and the Milky Way. However, aside from taking photos, the long drive was exhausting, so be aware of altitude sickness and the need for wind protection and warmth. Other services were limited, and there wasn't much to do, making it less convenient. Overall, it's worth a visit!

This time, I booked a small group tour of 8 people from Shigatse to the Mount Everest base camp, and the overall experience was excellent. The driver drove very steadily, and the schedule was reasonable. He reminded everyone along the way to be aware of altitude sickness, dress warmly, and prioritize safety, and was patient and helpful when needed. Although Mount Everest was constantly shrouded in clouds due to weather conditions, preventing us from seeing the entire peak, which was a bit of a disappointment, natural weather is uncontrollable, and the itinerary itself was fine. The vehicle was clean, and with a small group, it wasn't too crowded. The high-altitude valleys, mountain passes, and Everest Base Camp along the way were all very unique, and the driver was responsible, without rushing us or forcing us to spend money. Overall, the service exceeded my expectations, making it a safe and smooth trip to Mount Everest, and I highly recommend it.

Driver Danba Dunzhu is extremely responsible, especially punctual, and has excellent driving skills. He carefully reminds drivers of all safety precautions every time the car is restarted. He is the best driver I've encountered so far in my trip to Tibet.

Peiku Tso is located at the border of Gyirong County and Nyalam County in Shigatse City, Tibet, right next to National Highway 219, with an altitude of about 4,590 meters. It is the largest inland lake in Shigatse, with clear blue waters facing the majestic snow-capped mountains. The wooden boardwalk is a landmark and popular spot for taking photos.

[Scenery] The setting is quite beautiful, the third goddess of Mount Everest, the charm of nature lies in this, attracting everyone who has a yearning in their hearts [Fun] It is the most worthwhile trip in one's life to feel the purity of the great snow-capped mountains of nature [Value for money]

I was satisfied with the overall Sakya Monastery day trip from Shigatse. There was a minor issue encountered along the way, but the tour operator communicated promptly and handled it with sincerity and responsibility. Sakya Monastery has a long history; the ancient temple, with its red, white, and gray walls, houses tens of thousands of ancient scriptures and exquisite murals, possessing immense cultural value. This tour included a guided tour by a professional monastery guide. The guide provided detailed explanations of the historical connections between Phagpa, Sakya, and Central China. Many of the stories behind the murals and artifacts are completely incomprehensible without explanation, so a guided tour is a must when visiting Sakya. The itinerary was relaxed, allowing ample time for leisurely exploration, and overall, it was a reliable tour.

Historically, the Jilong Valley, located at the southern foot of the Himalayas and adjacent to Nepal, was an important passage from the Central Plains to Nepal, India and other South Asian countries. In the early 7th century, an ancient Tang-Tibetan Road was built here, passing through Qinghai, Tibet, Nepal and India. The section leading out of Tibet was called the "Tibetan-Nepalan Ancient Road". The China-Nepal railway currently under construction also passes through Jilong to Kathmandu.

西藏对我好像从来是遥不可及的，哪怕一个人走了大半个中国，脑海里无数次想过西藏，但终究没有一个人踏足那里的勇气，可能是因为气候 可能是因为海拔，亦或是曾经读过的很多关于那里的作品带来的神秘、圣洁的滤镜，总怕自己乱七八糟的心境去玷污了心中那块干净、充满信仰的土地。但是终究敌不过向往，对雪山的向往，对无数干净的高山湖泊的向往，对栖息在那片土地无数自由生灵的向往，选了一个不算旺季的10月中旬，踏足了那块旷野。海拔不断升高，3000 4000 5000，还好高反似乎宽恕了我，我的身体一切正常，没有出现任何不适，我将这当做了这片土地对我最盛大的欢迎和接纳。阳光下的布达拉宫，白墙折射着太阳的金光，洒在周围每一个信众的身上，空气里氤氲着焚香的气息，这里确实是一个不缺信仰的地方。在加吾拉山口，顶着海拔5245米的大风，我挂上了写着我美好心愿的经幡。纵使没有信仰的人，到了这里也难免心生崇敬，想要渴求一些简单朴实的愿望。那会逐渐消失于世的卡若拉冰川，我庆幸我记住了它的模样。

I have been flying quite frequently recently, and suddenly I remembered that I haven’t posted the scenery of the snowy plateau and the Himalayas from Xi’an to Lhasa. I only posted a short video last time. How can I cover the beauty of the snowy plateau? I can only blame it on the fact that there are too many things and I really can’t show them in time. Because I was flying and shooting all the way, I tried to select different styles of landforms here, so that my friends would not feel the same. Of course, I also want my friends to understand that Stephen’s products must be high-quality. My steps today are your route tomorrow, haha.

It is 90 kilometers from Dingri County to Rongbuk Monastery, which can be reached in more than two hours by car. Rongbuk Monastery was built in 1899 and is located in the Mount Everest Scenic Area. To enter the scenic area, you have to take the scenic area bus. It is 5,154 meters above sea level and is the highest temple in the world. It is built on the mountain. There is a white pagoda at the entrance, as well as thousands of reincarnation prayer barrels, high Mani piles, and large colorful prayer flags.