Scenic spot introduction:
Karola Glacier is one of the three largest continental glaciers in Tibet and is the eastern source of the Nianchu River. Naiqin Kangsang Snow Mountain It is located at the junction of Langkazi County and Gyangze County, about 300 meters from the road. After coming out of Yamdrok Lake, you will reach the Karola Glacier after crossing the 4,330-meter Smil Pass. Ice Tongue Down. Ice Tongue The front is 5560 meters above sea level, and the place where you can see the Karola Glacier is about 5400 meters above sea level. The area about 5600 meters north of the mountain pass is a hanging glacier formed after the Ningjinkangsha Peak Glacier drifted southward. The huge glacier extends from the top of the mountain to the roadside. Due to the influence of dust on the road for many years, the glacier is in a black and white layered form.Attractions distribution:
The main attractions of Karola Glacier are Naiqin Kangsang Snow Mountain , Ice cap , Ice Tongue , Triangular defect , Ice Tower Forest wait.Scenic spot features:
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Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China > Tibet Autonomous Region > Shigatse City > Gyangze County
How to get there:
Karola Glacier is located along Provincial Highway 307 and is generally a scenic spot along the way to Shigatse.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Karola Ticket Prices:
It’s free, but if you want to take photos at the observation deck, you will need to pay 50 yuan.
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day
