China’s only free “highway” costs 38 billion. The scenery along the way is so picturesque. Driving in summer is so beautiful.

As the seasons turn, the golden season of self-driving is quietly approaching.

Recently, a road known as the king of cost-effectiveness has set off a craze among travel enthusiasts. It is like a moving picture that makes people fascinated.

A huge project that cost 38 billion yuan, but opened its arms to the world in a selfless manner. The scenery along the way is beautiful and picturesque. The most important thing is that all of this is free.

This eye-catching road is the Larin Highway.

April 26, 2019, is a day worth remembering.

The Mila Mountain Tunnel on the Lhasa-Ningchi Highway in Tibet has officially opened to traffic in both directions, marking the completion of the entire Lhasa-Ningchi Highway. The driving time between the two places has been shortened from the original 8 hours to 5 hours, making the journey more convenient.

Some people say, “The most beautiful scenery is on the road.” This sentence is perfectly interpreted on the Lalin Highway.

It brings together the vastness of the grasslands, the tenderness of the rivers, the dense forests, the tranquility of the lakes, the magnificence of the glaciers, the majestic mountains and the simplicity of the villages, satisfying all people’s imagination of the beautiful scenery of the road.

Driving along the Lalin Highway feels like you are in a moving movie that never ends. Every journey is an intoxicating adventure.

No wonder it is known as a truly beautiful shuttle tunnel that makes people forget to leave.

Lalin Highway invites you to freely shuttle between this grassland and snowfield, switch between reality and dreams at will, and feel the infinite charm of nature and the infinite possibilities of life.

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Lhasa

In Lhasa, a city full of solemnity and holiness, it seems to have turned into an invisible force, quietly giving endless energy and courage to every traveler who steps into this land.

When the majestic figure of the Potala Palace comes into view, its solemn aura seems to penetrate people’s hearts; strolling through Norbulingka, known as the “Summer Palace of Lhasa”, every step seems to be stepping on the long river of history. , feel the unique tranquility and harmony.

On Barkhor Street, the bustling Tibetans devoutly perform the sacred prayer ceremony. Their faith and piety are like a clear stream, cleansing people’s hearts.

There are also the incense that lingers all day long and the ever-lasting butter lamps. They are not only symbols of faith, but also inheritance flowing in the bones, telling the stories and legends of this land.

At that moment, we deeply understood that Lhasa, a land full of mystery and charm, was different from any place we had ever been. It has a unique charm and style that makes people linger and fascinated.

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mira pass

Mira Mountain is located at the boundary between Lhasa City and Mozhu Gongkar County. It is also the only way to Gongbu Jiangda County in Nyingchi Prefecture.

Once you cross the majestic mountain pass, you step into the embrace of Gongbu Jiangda County, Linzhi, and feel the changes of the region like a tunnel through time.

Therefore, on the Lalin Highway, Mira Mountain has become a holy place in the hearts of many travelers. It is like a milestone, witnessing the footprints and stories of countless people.

Standing at Mira Pass, overlooking the land beneath your feet, you feel like you are in the vast sky. The tops of the snow-capped mountains dance gracefully in the clouds. They embrace the sky affectionately, as if they are within reach of the misty clouds.

Under sometimes thick and sometimes light clouds, the clear water surface is like a mirror, reflecting the beautiful shadows of the surrounding mountains. Colorful prayer flags float between heaven and earth, like colorful ribbons on the earth, dancing with the sky.

At that moment, faith was no longer just piety in the heart, it began to materialize and turned into the beautiful scenery before our eyes, making people feel awe and emotion.

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Sijin Lacuo

Sijin Lacuo, in the depths of Tibetan language, means “powerful sacred lake”. This power seems to have been passed down from ancient times to this day, and it is still shocking.

For local residents, this is the residence of the “rich king of hundreds of dragons”, a sacred place full of mystery and awe.

June 15th in the Tibetan calendar is a special day.

On this day, successive Panchen Lama, Dalai Lama and Drikung Living Buddhas will come to Sijin Lacuo to worship with piety.

They threw gold and silver treasures into the lake to express their deep gratitude and respect for the sacred lake.

Even though as tourists, we may not be able to fully empathize with that profound faith, but when we are in this scenery, we can still taste the sacredness and solemnity.

In the open wilderness, there are creatures emerging from time to time, adding a bit of vitality to the land. The lake water under the sunlight is sparkling and dazzling, like a gem set in the earth.

Beside the lake, there are layers of Mani piles and prayer flags fluttering gently in the wind. Everything seems so peaceful and harmonious.

In this sacred land, we cannot even bear to speak loudly for fear of breaking the tranquility and tranquility. We just want to feel this beauty quietly and let our souls be cleansed and sublimated.

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Niyang River

Niyang River, one of the four major tributaries of the Brahmaputra River, is affectionately known as the mother river by the Gongbu people. After crossing the majestic Mira Pass, the Niyang River is like a loyal partner, always accompanying the Lalin Highway, flowing from west to east.

Along the way, we witnessed the Niyang River gradually converging from a trickle to a rapid river. Its water quality is clear and translucent, shining with blue light, as if it is a sapphire gifted to the world by nature.

Every spring, peach blossoms bloom, adding a bit of liveliness and lightness to this land. The peach blossoms and Niyang River complement each other, forming a beautiful picture.

At this time, if you take a kayak and drift leisurely on the river, the scenery on both sides of the river will slowly unfold like a surrealistic painting.

Along the way, we can see scattered villages, green fields, green mountains and green rivers intertwined, where cattle and horses roam leisurely.

Every minute and every second here is full of life, and they are beautiful moments worth cherishing.

Niyang River, you are not only the mother river of Gongbu people, but also an eternal picture in our hearts, allowing us to feel the charm of nature and the vitality of life during the journey.

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Basongcuo

Basongcuo, which means “green water” in Tibetan, is a name that seems to be born to describe the blue waves of this bay. It is so appropriate that one cannot help but admire it.

Some people call it the “Switzerland of the East”, but in the eyes of travelers, Basongcuo does not need any pronouns to define it, because it is more stunning and exciting than Switzerland.

Basongcuo, this magical land brings together snow-capped mountains, lakes, forests, waterfalls, pastures, cultural relics and ancient temples.

Here, you can have fun and feel the unique charm of all Tibetan elements.

In the vast land of Tibet, there are countless beautiful lakes, but Basongcuo is undoubtedly “the only spectacular scene that must not be missed” among all the lakes.

There is no need to describe its beauty. As long as you step foot there, you can deeply feel the shock and amazement.

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Midui Glacier

Coming to Linzhi is not only to admire the sea of blooming flowers, but also to go deep into the Midui Glacier and feel the cold winter firsthand.

Midui Glacier, a kingdom of ice and snow, has been hailed as one of the six most beautiful glaciers in China by China National Geographic. Its magnificent scenery is breathtaking.

Although its main peak towers into the clouds, with an altitude of about 6,800 meters, the snow line is only 4,600 meters above sea level, and the end is as low as 2,400 meters, making it the lowest glacier in the world and providing close contact for many explorers. Excellent opportunity on the glacier.

Many people travel thousands of miles and choose to set foot on this land of ice and snow, just to witness the static beauty of the water with their own eyes. Against the backdrop of the surrounding white snow, the snow-capped mountains and clouds are intertwined, forming an intoxicating picture.

This magnificent land exudes a noble temperament that can only be viewed from a distance but not played with. It lies there quietly, as if telling a story of thousands of years, giving this land endless vitality and vitality.

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Lulang Linhai

Regarding the Lulang Forest Sea, there is a popular poetic admiration: “When you are in Lulang, you forget the love of your hometown.” This place is known as the residence of gods, and its mystery can only be understood by visiting it in person.

The forest sea surrounded by mist is like a dream. Nearby, it looks like an exquisite watercolor painting, colorful and vibrant; from a distance, it turns into an elegant ink painting, hazy and profound.

Through the lingering fog, what you can see is a completely different picture from the snowy plateau. The mountains and plains are filled with pines and cedars, tall and green, and the small houses dotted on the lush green grass are like scenes from a fairy tale.

The meandering and clear creek gurgled by, its sound was like a song, and its scenery was so picturesque that people couldn’t bear to disturb the tranquility and beauty with heavy breathing.

In this fairyland-like land, every step is full of poetry and painting, making people linger and indulge in it.

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Nanyigou

Nanyigou is located among the lofty mountains at an altitude of 2,500 meters. It is famous for its rich animal and plant resources and is known as “the highest green secret place on earth”.

Although the road to Nanyigou is winding and bumpy and takes more than half an hour to drive, the scenery along the way is definitely worth it. During this journey, don’t be distracted, because before you know it, a beautiful picture will suddenly open up before your eyes.

The grass is green, the white clouds are gentle, the mountains are stacked in the distance, and the cattle and sheep are strolling leisurely. Wild flowers dotted the area, and several cabins were scattered among them. Not far away was the primeval forest that seemed to lead to a fairy tale world.

Stepping into this primeval forest is like traveling through time and space and returning to ancient times.

The trees are tall and strong, as if they have experienced thousands of years of wind and rain. Their dark branches are covered with thick moss, telling the vicissitudes of time.

On the ground, dry trees were scattered everywhere, adding to the tranquility and mystery.

In the embrace of nature, the chaos and noise of the world seem to be blocked out.

At this moment, people finally understood why the residents here were so reluctant to leave. Because here, they have found their spiritual destination, coexisting in harmony with nature, and living a peaceful and happy life.

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Brahmaputra Grand Canyon

The Brahmaputra Grand Canyon is not only the deepest and longest river canyon in the world, but also the last secret realm on the earth. It is like the most beautiful but slightly painful mark on Mother Earth.

It’s tall and straight, it’s deep and far away, it’s as gentle as jade, it’s quiet and long, it’s steep and steep, it’s low and plain, it’s strange and magnificent, it’s beautiful and moving, every place is breathtaking and you can’t help but admire it from the bottom of your heart!

The gentle and winding Brahmaputra River flows quietly at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, like a silver ribbon, gently wrapped around the waist of the earth. The riverside is full of greenery and vitality, like a picture with suitable shades, which makes people intoxicated.

And those scattered villages in the mountains are even more enviable. If you are lucky enough to live here for a while, every breath of oxygen you breathe will become extremely precious and worth recalling for a lifetime.

Here, we can feel the magical charm of nature and experience the tranquility and beauty of life.

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Namjagbarwa Peak

Namjagbarwa Peak, this majestic mountain standing in Linzhi area, is not only the top of Linzhi, but also the 15th highest peak in the world. Its magnificent appearance has been praised as “the most beautiful in China” by “China National Geographic” Snow Mountain”.

However, this snow-capped mountain seems to be a little shy, often hidden behind the veil of clouds and mist, unwilling to reveal its true face easily. There is a popular saying among local Tibetans: “To see Namjagbarwa’s face requires fate, luck and the blessing of gods.”

If you are lucky enough to lift this mysterious veil and get a glimpse of its true appearance, you only need to take a deep breath of cool air, and the majestic and domineering breath will instantly fill your body, making you feel as if you are in a Between heaven and earth, feel the infinite charm of nature.

Even if the clouds cannot be cleared and the sun is visible, the aura of Namjagbarwa Peak cannot be ignored. Its majesty and magnificence are enough to make people look in awe for thousands of years.

In the most comfortable and romantic season, you might as well come here to compose a southwest love poem and let your soul resonate with nature. If you are planning a self-driving trip, then the Lalin Highway is definitely a beautiful scenery that you cannot miss.

Driving on this road, you will be immersed in the beautiful scenery along the way and feel the magic and beauty of nature.