The Tibet Autonomous Region has outstanding natural and cultural scenery, such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Ramoche Temple, Norbulingka, Tashilhunpo Monastery, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Ganden Monastery, Sera Monastery, Barkhor Street, etc. are all worth visiting. Among them, the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Tashilhunpo Monastery are national 5A-level scenic spots; natural scenery such as Basongcuo, Namtso, Yamdrok Yumcuo Among them, Basongcuo is a national 5A-level scenic spot. There are four 5A-level scenic spots in Tibet, three cultural scenic spots and one natural scenic spot Basongcuo.
So if you want to see the cultural landscape, the Potala Palace is a must-see, and if you want to see the natural landscape, Basongcuo is recommended. The Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple are in Lhasa, Tashilhunpo Monastery is in Shigatse, and Basongcuo is in Gongbujiangda County, Nyingchi City. Linzhi has the best environment in Tibet. It has the most oxygen in Tibet and the scenery is also very beautiful. If you go to Linzhi, it is recommended to choose Basongcuo.
Basongcuo Lake, also known as Cuogao Lake, means "green water" in Tibetan. It has the reputation of "outdoor paradise" and is a famous sacred lake of the Red Sect. It is about 12 kilometers long and the deepest. It is more than 60 meters away and has a total area of ??more than 6,000 acres. The shape of the lake is like a crescent moon embedded in a mountain canyon. The lake is crystal clear and the surrounding snow-capped mountains are reflected in it. Sand gulls and white cranes float on the surface of the lake. You can see fish swimming in the transparent lake water, which is very interesting. There is Cuozonggongba Temple on Tashi Island in the middle of the lake. It was built in the late Tang Dynasty. The rocks on the island are carved into unique animal images and Buddha statues. Cuozong Temple is a civil structure with two floors, dedicated to Qiangba Buddha, Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara and the Golden Boy and Jade Girl.
Best time to travel: Autumn is the most beautiful time of Cuogao Lake, with layers of golden and fiery autumn leaves all around the lake. The spring at Cuogao Lake is relatively humid and cold, making it a good summer resort.
Transportation: Basongcuo is located next to National Highway 318, more than 50 kilometers away from Gongbujiangda County. There are more vehicles coming and going, and transportation is more convenient. Generally, whether it is from Lhasa in the west or Nyingchi City in the east You can catch a ride more easily. When you get off the bus at Bahe Bridge, you can see the "Basong Co Scenic Area Ticket Office" next to it. Cross Bahe Bridge and walk about 40 kilometers northeast to reach Basong Co Lake.
Accommodation and catering: The most enjoyable accommodation in Basongcuo is to set up a tent and camp on the shore of the lake. This way you can listen to the waves lapping at the shore at night, watch the morning light by the lake, play with squirrels outside the tent, and wild birds. Duet. The restaurants in Basongcuo Resort can basically meet your dining needs, and you don’t have to worry about water. There are many large and small streams in the forest on the shore of the lake, all of which are free mineral water, absolutely natural!