Aerial Journey Through Nyenchen Tanglha: Gateway to Tibetan Wilderness

Discover the breathtaking Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, a scenic gateway to Namtso Lake in Tibet. Explore the stunning alpine landscape and its cultural significance.

Aerial Journey Through Nyenchen Tanglha: Gateway to Tibetan Wilderness
Aerial panoramic view of the majestic Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, the eastern gateway to Namtso Lake and a symbolic marker of arrival in Tibet. This drone capture showcases the magnificent peaks that herald the approach to Lhasa along the G6 Expressway.

The Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains stand at the eastern gateway to Namtso Lake (one of Tibet’s sacred lakes). I absolutely love these peaks—every time I pass by on the G6 Expressway (Beijing-Tibet), I stop to take photos. Seeing the Nyenchen Tanglha peaks means Lhasa isn’t far; it feels like my symbolic arrival in Tibet. Namtso Lake lies just beyond, but with parts of the park closed, I skipped it this time.