A remote and dangerous road to Tra La in Tibet
Tra La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5.479m (17,975ft) above the sea level, located in Xaitongmoin County, in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.
Is the road to Tra La unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved and very steep. It’s called 201 County Road (X201). A 4x4 vehicle is required. Expect a drive with hundreds of turns.
How long is the road to Tra La?
The pass is 49.2 km (30.57 miles) long running north-south from Nadangxiang to Xaitongmoin.
Is the road to Tra La open year-round?
Set high in the southern part of the country, at this elevation accessibility is largely limited to the summer season. Altitude and extreme weather are always a factor.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson