We witnessed the golden sunrise on Mount Namjagbarwa at the free viewing spot
Free viewing spot. Mount Namjagbarwa is the highest mountain in Nyingchi, Tibet, with an elevation of 7782 meters, part of the Himalayas. Its massive triangular peak is covered with snow all year round and shrouded in clouds and mist, making it elusive and often referred to as 'Shy Girl Peak'. The golden sunrise on Mount Namjagbarwa is even rarer to encounter, especially during the season we visited.
However, we were lucky. After visiting Lulang and on our way to Nyingchi, we thought we'd stop by, and unexpectedly, we saw it on our first try. It was very cold that day, but the atmosphere was great. A group of strangers gathered together at the Sejila Mountain Pass, nearly 5000 meters above sea level, our hands and mouths almost numb from the cold, ready to descend the mountain, and in an instant, as we turned around, we saw it (it appeared around 7:50 pm and lasted for about 15-20 minutes) - the golden sunrise on Mount Namjagbarwa!! Everyone couldn't help but cheer, the shouts echoed from the mountain top to the bottom, some were loudly venting, making wishes, and at that moment, as we looked at each other, I believe everyone had different thoughts, but the same feeling was: squatting for hours was worth it, and that moment felt warm on the 318 road because of the responding cheers
Little tips:
1. Navigate to Sejila Mountain Pass, park at the roadside of the viewing platform (free), and the Sejila Mountain is right across the road, with a great spot for photography. However, it is very cold due to the high altitude, so remember to wear more, otherwise, you will really freeze, and those with altitude sickness should be cautious, as the mountain is difficult to climb (refer to the last two photos). You can also see the golden sunrise from the viewing spot (that day we wore base layers + down jackets + hardshell jackets and it was still cold).
2. The Sejila Mountain area is free, I'm not sure if it's because September is the off-season or if it's always free, other places like Sosong Village have been fenced off and charge a fee, so you can choose your location accordingly.
3. Remember to hold onto the prayer flag ropes when climbing the mountain, it's much easier and safer. Also, two-thirds of the way up the mountain is about right, there's a flatter spot where you can sit, rest, and set up a tripod. You can't go to the very top later, as staff will usher you away.
Finally, I wish everyone good luck and hope you all get to experience it
Sejila Mountain is located east of Nyingchi County, Tibet. It is a famous landmark on the Sichuan-Tibet line. The mountain pass is 4,720 meters above sea level and has a wide view. You can overlook the Lulang Linhai and the Nanga Bawa Peak behind it. The colorful scriptures of the mountain pass are fluttering in the wind and the scenery is beautiful.
20220607 In the afternoon: 1. There is no bus in the scenic spot, and you need to drive along National Highway 318. The Sejila Mountain Forest and Plant Resources are rich in animal and plant resources, and there are 25 kinds of animals protected at the national level, but they are all hidden in the deep mountains, and they must not be seen by the 318 National Highway. 2, "Niyang Scenery" stone monument is the first photo point, from the mountains down overlooking the Niyang River, yellow and green fields, the blue sky and white clouds in the distance constitute the beautiful picture, the stone monument has a food and drink can be replenished. 3. Going forward is the "Sejila Pass" at an altitude of 4782 meters, which is the main landscape platform of the forest park. Self-driving tours will park here to view the scenery. The Nanga Bawa peak at 7782 meters above sea level (the 28th peak in the world, commonly known as the "ten times and nine times" Shenshan: 90% of the time in a year is surrounded by clouds and mist. Only more than 30 days will cloud and fog to see the true face). 4. The landscape platform is not large in size, and the center is a bull head clock. Tourists take turns to ring the clock to take pictures, and there are also tour anchors on the live broadcast. There are several stone piles with colorful scriptures next to the clock that are also photo spots. Some stones are piled on the hillside. I just went to Tibet to climb up and couldn't help but slow down and gasp. The elderly tourists have a strong altitude sickness and are not recommended to climb. 5, science, and then forward Lulang Town and Lulang Linhai are also within the scope of Sejila National Forest Park, but also as a scenic spot for commercial development.
Sedila Mountain is a Nianqing Tanggula Mountains, is the boundary belt between the eastern and central west of Nyingchi County, Tibet, is the watershed between the Niyang River Basin and the Palong Zangbo River, and is crossed by the southern line of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. Climbing at an altitude of 4,728 meters, you can see the sunrise, the sea of clouds, the endless forest sea and the magnificent beauty of the Nanga Bawa Peak. There are many vegetation here, including beautiful flowers, many are perennial flowers, do not pick and destroy at will.
The famous attractions on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway can overlook the Nanga Bawa Peak. It is indeed exciting to come to this place.
It is worth seeing a place. We first went to Sejila Mountain. On the way, we encountered heavy snow. The Sejila Mountain in the snow has a special flavor. Then taste Lulang's stone pot chicken. It is indeed a rare experience to watch the sky flying snow and listen to the bursts of Songtao. Friends who go to self-driving tour must prepare more clothes. According to local friends, it is raining in the summer, and it may snow on the mountain. In addition, the non-slip chain is the most effective safety protection measure. You can prepare in front of the mountain just in case.
It's cold, but the beautiful scenery makes up for the suffering