[Sapu Sacred Mountain｜A Tibetan Secret More Stunning Than Iceland]

Here you’ll find grasslands rivaling Nalati, snowy peaks like Genie, rivers rushing in summer, yaks crossing wooden bridges, wildflowers everywhere harmonizing with sacred snow-capped mountains—it’s the hidden gem of Nagqu, Tibet, called "Sapu Sacred Mountain," where every snapshot is an epic masterpiece! 🌟 Quick Core Guide 📍 Location: Yangxiu Township, Biru County, Nagqu, Tibet, about 900 km from Lhasa (reachable by self-driving on G317/G318) 🎫 Ticket: 150 RMB/person ⛰ Altitude: 4400~5000 meters (Altitude sickness warning!) ⏰ Best Time: May to September (May 15th lake blessing event is very atmospheric), October to next April roads are closed, travel with caution 🚗 Inner and Outer Lake Play Guide - Outer Lake: Drive directly, a must-visit for full views of the sacred mountain! To catch the "Sunlight on the Golden Mountain," arrive before 7 AM. The wooden bridge, big rocks, and prayer flags are prime photo spots. - Inner Lake: 2-hour hike from the outer lake (altitude 4700m, be sure to go with companions!), along the way are wilderness, blue lake, cliffside solitary temple (only one monk resides), every shot feels cinematic. ⚠ Note: Brown bears appear in the scenic area, do not hike alone! 📸 6 Top Photo Spots 1. Outer Lake Wooden Bridge: Shoot yaks crossing at dawn or dusk, with snowy mountains as a soothing backdrop 2. Outer Lake Big Rock: Capture sunrise when no one is around, the lake surface mirrors perfectly 3. Prayer Flags Cluster: Sacred lake + snowy mountain + prayer flags, full Tibetan atmosphere 4. Outer Lake Hillside: Camp with the sacred mountain in the frame, grasslands like a green carpet 5. Meadow Wetland: Between inner and outer lakes, wildflowers and streams perfectly matched 6. Small Beach: Black sand beach reminiscent of Iceland, feels like a hidden secret 🌅 5-Day Classic Itinerary Reference D1: Lhasa airport pickup → acclimate to altitude, stay in city hotel D2: Lhasa → Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains → Northern Tibetan Grasslands → Nagqu → Biru D3: Biru → Sapu Sacred Mountain (outer lake panoramic shots, inner lake hiking exploration) D4: Sapu → Biru → First Bend of Nujiang River → Dam Temple Skull Wall → Nagqu D5: Nagqu → Namtso Lake → Holy Elephant Heavenly Gate → Lhasa 🏨 Accommodation Tips - St. Regis Lhasa: Window views of the Potala Palace, enjoying afternoon tea at 3650m altitude is very pleasant - Sapu Lakeside Camp: Walking distance to shooting spots, bring oxygen tanks and -10℃ sleeping bags, perfect for shooting sacred mountain sunrise and starry sky 💡 Pitfall Avoidance and Safety Guide 1. Altitude Sickness Warning: Take Rhodiola 7 days in advance, bring enough oxygen tanks, avoid washing hair or bathing within 24 hours of arrival, no running or jumping! 2. Sun Protection: Sunscreen (SPF50+), hat, sunglasses are all essential, high-altitude UV can cause severe sunburn 3. Wildlife: Do not approach brown bears, wolves, etc., no feeding or provoking 4. Clothing Rule: Bring windbreaker and down jacket even in summer! Highland weather changes suddenly, colds can cause pulmonary edema, descend immediately if severe ✨ When the sunlight on Sapu Sacred Mountain dyes the snowy peaks red, when yaks cross the wooden bridge stirring ripples, the shock here far surpasses Iceland—it is Tibet’s earthly secret, a paradise for hikers and photographers. Are you ready to embark on this snowy mountain rendezvous?