What kind of city is Shannan? Is there anything interesting?

Shannan region, with Zedang town as the regional center, is 3600 meters above sea level and has a mild climate, which belongs to a typical plateau valley plain area. Shannan refers to the area south of Gangdise Mountain and Nyainqentanglha Mountain, which is 420 kilometers wide and 329 kilometers vertical, with a total area of more than 80,000 square kilometers. The Himalayas, which meander in the southwest, separate Bhutan, India and Shannan. The towering mountains such as Gangdise and Himalayas make it abundant in precipitation, and the temperature is not as cold as that in western Tibet and northern Tibet. The Yarlung Zangbo River, which runs through the middle part of the south of the mountain, is in the middle reaches, with an open surface, numerous tributaries and many river valleys with a width of more than ten kilometers and a length of several tens of kilometers.

Shannan is the richest region with the deepest historical and cultural origin in Xizang Autonomous Region. Shannan area governs 12 counties, with more than 290,000 people of Tibetan, Han, Hui, Menba and Barrow, among whom Tibetans account for 98%. The Tubo dynasty, which grew up from the plateau agricultural civilization, rose in Shannan, so Shannan is also known as the birthplace of Tibetan civilization. Yalong River Scenic Area, a national key scenic spot, has famous ancient temples and cultural relics such as Tombs of Tibetan Kings, the first temple in Tibet-Samye Temple, Yongbulakang Temple and Changzhu Temple left over from the Tubo Dynasty.

Introduction of Shannan Scenic Spot: Yang Zhuo Yongcuo

Yang Zhuo Yongcuo, Yang Hu for short, is less than 100 axioms from Lhasa. It, together with Namtso and Mabangyongcuo, is called the three holy lakes in Tibet, the largest inland lake at the northern foot of the Himalayas, with beautiful lakes and mountains, and the highest in southern Tibet.

Sanye temple

Built in 779 AD, it is the first Buddhist temple in Tibet. Sanye Temple covers an area of 65,438+065,438+00,000 square meters, surrounded by walls like a besieged city. Up to now, there are only ruins left in the wall, but it is enough to show people its original grand scale.

Note: Due to the long distance, you can consider staying in the local area. There are hotels in the temple, and the price ranges from 65438 yuan +05-40. But the food in the restaurant is not high.

Transportation: Take the train from Lhasa to Zedang and get off at Sanye Ferry, which takes 3 hours. You can take a bus from Zedang to Sanye Ferry. The fare is 27 yuan, and the ferry is about 30 kilometers away from Zedang. After getting off the bus, cross the Yarlung Zangbo River by motorboat. Fee 4-5 yuan RMB. After landing, you can take a truck to the entrance of Sanye Temple, and the price is RMB per person in 3 yuan. The boatmen and drivers here sometimes ask for more money, so ask about the charges before boarding and boarding. When you leave, you can return to Sanye Ferry by the same route, and wait by the roadside for free rides and long-distance buses to and from Lhasa or Zedang.

Ticket price: 40 yuan/person; Visiting hours: 2-3 hours.

Yongbulakang

Yongbulakang is located in Zhaxi Mountain 1 1 km in Zedang Town, Shannan City, Tibet. "Yongbu" means "Doe" and is named after the shape of the second mountain in Tashi. [1] "Lacan" means "Temple". Yongbulakang is the first palace in Tibetan history.

Opening hours: from morning till night

Transportation: The most convenient way is to take a motor tricycle, and the round-trip fare is around 40 yuan. On the return trip, the driver can be asked to stop at Changsha, Zhuzhou and Xiangtan Temple, but it must be agreed in advance to avoid the driver's temporary fare increase.

Changzhusi

Changzhu Temple is located at the southern foot of Gongburi Mountain on the east bank of Yalong River in Shannan, about two kilometers away from Naidong County, belonging to gelug sect monasteries. It was built in Songzan Gambu period, and it is said that Princess Wencheng once stopped to practice in the temple. There is a bronze bell hanging in the temple. Changzhu Temple is one of the first Buddhist temples built during the Tubo period. Its important buildings include the gate, "Naidingxue", and Cuoqin Hall is named "Naidingdang". The main statue in the hall is the lotus nut. Zuoqin Hall is 45 meters long from east to west and 29 meters wide from north to south. There are patio ceilings, 64 pillars in the hall and three major Buddhist temples, which are similar in form to the Jokhang Temple in Lhasa. There are 12 Buddhist temples in the temple.

The mausoleum of the king of Tibet

According to Tibetan history books "Tessa Holy Scripture", "King Tong Ji of Tibet" and "King Chen Ji of Tibet", there were thirty-five generations of Zamba (Tibetan King) tombs during the Tubo Dynasty, namely, Shangerling, Liushanling, Zhongbaling, Xiawuzanling, Jixiangzuoling, Jixiangwudeling and the first floor mausoleum. These tombs of Zampa and Empress are also called the tombs of Tibetan kings.

Zedang goes along the upper reaches of Yalong River, 8 kilometers to the south via Naidong, and then walks into the wide Yalong River valley. At the foot of the poor tree is the tomb of Tibetan kings.

Transportation: Find a ride or a chartered car in Zedang.

There are many things waiting for you to discover, such as Ramlako, Yongbulakang and Lagarie Palace. Beautiful Shannan is waiting for you to discover!