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Yamdrok Lake is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. It attracts many tourists with its unique natural scenery and profound cultural background. Here is a detailed travel guide to Yamdrok Lake: Basic Information Location: Located on the side of Provincial Highway 307 in Gongga County, Shannan City, Tibet Autonomous Region. Area and Altitude: The lake has an area of 638 square kilometers and an altitude of 4,441 meters. Meaning: In Tibetan, "Yam" means above, "Drok" means pasture, "Yong" means turquoise, and "Tso" means lake, meaning "the turquoise lake above the pasture". Ticket Price: RMB 40 in the off-season and RMB 60 in the peak season. Opening Hours: Open all year round, 08:00-18:00 every day. Transportation Self-driving: Depart from Lhasa and drive south along Provincial Highway 307 for about 100 kilometers. You need to cross Gangbala Pass (about 4,990 meters above sea level). The whole journey takes about 2 hours. The scenery along the way is beautiful, but pay attention to the speed limit and road conditions. Chartered Car: You can rent a jeep or a commercial vehicle to go there in Lhasa. The cost of a 6-person jeep is about RMB 1,500-2,000/day, and the cost per person is about RMB 200-300. Bus: There is a bus to Langkazi at the Langkazi Office in Lhasa at 8 o'clock every morning. The fare is about RMB 50/person, but please note that these buses may not go directly to the Yamdrok Lake scenic area. Tour Group: Join a local one-day tour or multi-day tour group, which is worry-free and the price is relatively reasonable. Attractions 1. Yamdrok Lake: The lake is blue, like a sapphire inlaid on the plateau. You can enjoy the beautiful lake and mountains by the lake. It is an excellent place for photo taking. 2. Rito Temple: Located on a small island on the north bank of Yamdrok Lake, it is known as the "loneliest temple". Here you can overlook the panoramic view of Yamdrok Lake, which is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 3. Yamdrok Lake Viewing Platform: From the viewing platform, you can see the magnificent scenery of the lake, mountains, and grasslands. It is an excellent place to enjoy the beauty of Yamdrok Lake. 4. Sedo Island and Rido Island: Small islands in the lake with unique scenery, suitable for close contact with the lake water. 5. Kula Kangri: Located in the southwest of Yamdrok Lake, you can see this sacred mountain from a distance when the weather is good. 6. 40 Glacier (Cuojia Glacier): Located in Langkazi County, it is currently the best accessible land mountain glacier found. It is suitable for tourists who like adventure. Recommended Tour Routes One-day Tour: Lhasa-Gongga Qude Temple-Yarlung River Viewing Platform-Gangbala Mountain Viewing Platform-Yamdrok Lake Viewing Platform-Rito Temple-Yamdrok Lake-Lhasa. This route covers multiple viewing platforms and attractions, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of Yamdrok Lake in all directions. Lake Tour: If you have plenty of time, you can choose to tour the lake. The south line is more niche than the north line, with fewer tourists, and you can get closer to nature. Precautions 1. Altitude Sickness: The altitude of Yamdrok Lake is relatively high, and you may have altitude sickness when you first arrive on the plateau. It is recommended to take anti-altitude sickness drugs in advance and avoid strenuous exercise. 2. Weather Changes: The local weather is changeable, and the temperature difference between day and night is large. You need to bring warm clothes and pay attention to sun protection. 3. Respect Local Culture: Respect local religions and customs, do not arbitrarily damage the environment and cultural relics, and keep the environment clean. 4. Pay Attention to Safety: Pay attention to safety when playing by the lake, do not easily go into the water to avoid accidents. 5. Food Preparation: There are no restaurants in the scenic area, you need to bring your own dry food and water. I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Yamdrok Lake and enjoy the unique charm of this turquoise lake on the plateau.