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The 72-turn Nujiang River is located in Basu County of Qamdo City, Tibet. It is a famous and dangerous section on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway, famous for its steep slopes, dangerous roads and numerous bends. 1. Transportation Guide [WorldMap] 1. Self-driving: Starting from Qamdo City, drive along the G318 National Highway. It takes about 3-4 hours to reach the 72nd bend of Nujiang River. It is recommended to choose a vehicle with better performance and equipped with an experienced driver. 2. Public transportation [Bus]: Take the bus to Basu from Qamdo Bus Station. The fare is about 80 yuan. The whole journey is about 264 kilometers and takes 5 hours. The bus will pass through the Nujiang 72 bend on the way. 2. Best time to travel May to October every year is the best season to visit the 72 bends of Nujiang River. The climate is more pleasant and the road conditions are relatively good at this time. It is not recommended to go there in winter because the mountain is closed due to heavy snow. 3. Recommended attractions❤️❤️❤️ 1. Nujiang 72 Bend Observation Deck: This is the best location to enjoy the panoramic view of Nujiang 72 Bend. You can overlook the winding road at the foot of the mountain. The scenery is very spectacular. The ticket price for the observation deck is 10 yuan. 2. Yela Pass: With an altitude of 4,651 meters, it is the highest point of the 72 bends of Nujiang River. Standing here, you can feel the majesty and steepness of the Heavenly Road. 3. Bonda Grassland: The Bonda Grassland along the way is a vast plateau grassland with green grass and herds of cattle and sheep in summer. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 4. Accommodation [Bed] and Food [Taro] 1. Accommodation: There are many hotels and inns to choose from in Basu County and Bangda Town, with prices ranging from tens to hundreds of yuan. Advance reservation is recommended. 2. Food and Beverage: The local food is mainly Tibetan specialties, such as tsampa, butter tea, and highland barley wine. In addition, there are some Sichuan restaurants to choose from. 5. Notes📋📋📋 1. Altitude sickness: The 72 bends of Nujiang River are at a high altitude, which can easily cause altitude sickness. It is recommended to take preventive medicines such as Rhodiola rosea in advance, keep warm and avoid strenuous exercise. 2. Traffic safety: Nujiang 72 is a steep road with many bends. Please drive slowly and carefully and obey traffic rules. Nighttime driving is not recommended. 3. Weather changes: The weather in the plateau area is changeable. It is recommended to pay attention to the weather forecast at all times and bring enough clothes and rain gear. 4. Environmental protection: Please protect the natural environment, do not litter, and respect local customs.
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Posted: Mar 5, 2025
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