"I've never envied anyone,
But here I come,
I envy every Tibetan who has settled here. ”
There is such a place
Affiliated to the human world
But it is recognized as heaven
It has the ultimate beauty
Even if you need to climb mountains
Travelers are happy
This is a place with the lowest population density in the world
On the mountains, on the water, on the land
It seems unmatched
This place is Tibetan Ali
It is the center of the world
It is the source of all waters
Only when you come to Ali can you really come to Tibet
It is said that Ali is the real Tibet, Ali self-driving ring road, the beauty is amazing, everywhere you go, let people's pupils shine.
So the question is, where is Ali? What is the Ali Loop?
Ali region, the only region in Tibet, includes the seven counties of Pulan, Zada, Gar, Ritu, Geji, Gaize and Tsoqin.
The Ali self-driving ring line, which is deeply concerned by self-driving enthusiasts, is based on Lhasa as a starting point, connecting the scenery of Namtso, Mount Everest, Yanghu and other scenery with the beauty of Ali to form an Ali ring line.
According to the difficulty of the route, it can be divided into four major lines: the Great Northern Line, the Central And northern line, the Small Northern Line and the Southern Line. No matter which route you take, where you pass, as long as you glance at it, you will have a glimpse of ten thousand years.
Kailash – the most divine mountain in the sacred mountains
I have heard of the sacred mountain in the hearts of the Tibetans. But the first time I saw it, I was still too surprised to speak.
Kailash, at 6638 meters above sea level, is the main peak of the Ganges Mountains, and is known as the Four Sacred Mountains of Tibetan Buddhism along with the Meili Snow Mountain, the Anima Qing Mountains, and the Gaduo Kyaw Wo of Yushu in Qinghai.
From a distance, it looks like a giant dragon, sleeping on a tenacious plateau. Its shape is symmetrical on all sides, resembling a pyramid, with a hint of unknown mystery under the mist of clouds.
The sacred mountain is pinned on people's faith, just like in the movie "Kailash", the greatest wish of Tibetan Buddhists in their lives is to come to Kailash to turn the mountain.
Every year, there is an endless stream of worshippers, but so far, no one dares to climb this mountain, because in people's hearts, its sacred status is unshakable, and it is not allowed to be trampled by mortals.
Ma Pan Yong Cho – the sacred lake on the edge of the sacred mountain
Ali's focus, in addition to Kailash, is also the holy lake that accompanies it, the Mapan Yongcuo. It is 4588 meters above sea level, and the water of the lake is full of clarity for life.
Whether it is compared in terms of depth, height or width, It is difficult for Mapon Yongcuo to rank among the largest lakes in Tibet. But it is still revered as a noble queen by its Tibetan compatriots, and is regarded as a holy lake by many religions such as Bon, Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism.
They believed that the holy water of Mapon yongcuo was a heavenly nectar that could wash away the filth of people's bodies and remove the poison from the hearts of mortals. Therefore, everyone who comes to the lake will come here to bathe, and will take some of the lake water home as a gift to relatives and friends.
Gurg Dynasty – A mysterious dynasty that originated in the 9th century
After the establishment of the Tufan Dynasty, the Guge Dynasty went through 16 kings, and its peak territory spread throughout Ali.
The Guge site is more than 300 meters high from the foothills to the top of the mountain, covering an area of about 180,000 square meters. More than 600 houses, pagodas and caves have been handed down throughout the mountain, forming a huge and spectacular ancient architectural complex.
In recent years, archaeologists have excavated statues, carvings and murals around the Guge site, which is a valuable treasure left by this mysterious dynasty to modern people.
Among the many gold and silver Buddhist statues, the highest achievement represented by the statue known as the Guge Silver Eye. The murals left over from the Guge Dynasty are the most complete, the largest in number, and the style is novel and unique, which can comprehensively show future generations all aspects of social life at that time.
Ban Gong Tso – jointly owned by China and India
In Tibetan, Ban Gong Tso is called "Lake Chomu Angla Rinpoche", which means "long-necked swan".
As a habitat for aquatic plants, it is home to a large number of fish and water birds, and every summer, tens of thousands of Mediterranean gulls come here to breed.
On a tour of the lake, you can see the nests, bird eggs, watch seagulls and spotted geese on Bird Island, and feel the natural ecological beauty.
Ban Gong Tso's "territory" can be divided into two, half of which is within Ali in China and the other half in India. Interestingly, although it belongs to the same lake, the difference in water quality and resources is very different.
The lake water in our country is freshwater and rich in fish resources, while the salt water in India is bitter, undrinkable, and there is no fish growth.
Yang Zhuo Yong Tso - Sheep Lake
The water of Yanghu Lake, pure and holy, as vast as the sea, is known as the most beautiful lake.
Yanghu Lake is located in Langkazi County, Shannan, with an altitude of 4441 meters, a narrow shape and a calm lake surface. From a distance, it is surrounded by lofty mountains, like a vast river stagnant in the valley.
Because of the high altitude, the weather around Sheep Lake changes greatly. If you are lucky enough to catch a sunny weather and pass by Yanghu, then this life has not been in vain.
Over the Gambara Pass, the blue harbor of different levels under the sunlight comes into view, and the shimmering water surface ripples in the breeze, making people want to stay in time forever.
Admire its appearance along the road by the lake, and fulfill the wish to see the Milky Way with the naked eye everywhere, until you are tired and fall asleep, and the scene will go deep into the dream and continue to spread.
Zada Tulin
People say that the light of Zada is the most beautiful.
It is also said that the earthen forest in the light of the sun is the most fascinating.
The Zada Tulin, tucked between the Ganges and the Himalayas, is a special feature formed by the erosion of flowing water, with a long history and twists and turns.
The entire Zada tulin area is as high as 210 square kilometers, with an average altitude of more than 4,000 meters. The "trees" of the earthen forest are staggered in height, and they are colorful and have a unique atmosphere.
It is a product of nature, a work of art standing in a natural space, and a representative of the magical charm of nature.
Come to Ali and let the tip of your tongue and taste buds beat all the time
Fragrant boiling oil spleen
The ingredients of this special dish are mainly sheep spleen, simmered with spices such as sheep fat and pepper salt, and the taste is smooth and fragrant but not greasy. The aroma of the sheep's spleen has not been covered by spices, and the aroma overflows in the mouth, spreading the delicious taste of this dish throughout the body, which is an unprecedented satisfaction.
Fry the lungs
Fried lungs are a famous specialty snack in Tibet, which is called "Luocha" in Tibetan. The fried texture is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, delicious in taste, crisp but not greasy, and is deeply loved as an appetizer.
Sweet tea
Sweet tea in Tibetan areas is the gospel for milk tea lovers. If you are a heavy milk tea patient, sweet tea can definitely match your appetite. Made from pure fresh milk and fine tea leaves, it has a unique Tibetan plateau flavor and can be used as an after-dinner drink, sweet and delicious.
Air-dried meat
When you come to Tibet, you certainly don't have to worry about souvenirs. As a specialty here, air-dried meat is made from all-natural yak beef, and the meat is strong and chewy, and can be used as a small snack, which is the most suitable for gifts.
Not to Ali, to Tibet in vain.
If you don't go to Tibet, you will come to the world in vain.
Tibet is so beautiful, Ali is so beautiful,
Why not take your family with you and go through The Tibetan Ali?