Complete Guide to the Hidden Gem Namtso

🏔️ Damxung, Tibet | 360° Tour Guide of Namtso Sacred Lake! The place closest to heaven✨

This is the highest altitude large lake in China,
like a sapphire embedded at the foot of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains.
Every step feels like walking on clouds☁️

📍Address: 686 meters northeast of the intersection of S206 and Y111
🚗 Transportation Tips: It is recommended to charter a car or drive yourself (about 4 hours from Lhasa)

🌟 Must-Visit Spots
1️⃣ Zhaxi Peninsula
The largest peninsula in the lake! The prayer path, Namaste Stone, and Good and Evil Cave are all here.
📸 Best photo spot: Climb the small hill on the peninsula for a panoramic view of the sacred lake.

2️⃣ Welcome Stone
The legendary guardian door god of Namtso.
Two huge stones form a spectacular natural gate.

💡 Plateau Tips
① Three essentials for sun protection: sunglasses + hat + sunscreen (UV rays are very strong at 4718 meters altitude)
② It is recommended to bring an oxygen bottle (available for purchase in the scenic area)
③ When circling the lake, go clockwise.

🐦 Surprise Encounters
Flocks of red-billed gulls often gather by the lake.
Bring some small bread pieces to enjoy feeding the birds～

🌊 Seasonal Highlights
The lake is bluest from July to September.
From November to March, you can see the blue ice wonder!

Heavenly lake reflects, prayer flags flutter,
at this moment, it feels like you can touch the sky.