A curvy road to the summit of Chen-ne La
Chen-ne La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5,077 m (16,656 ft) above sea level, located in Shannan, in the Tibet Autonomous Region, China.
Where is Chen-ne La?
The pass, also known as Khyen-ne La, is located in Sangri County, in the southern part of the country, near the holy mountain of Odegungyel.
Is the road to Chen-ne La unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved and a 4x4 vehicle is required. It comprises narrow parts and hundreds of turns. It’s a spectacular road snaking up a valley on the north side of the Yarlung Tsangpo river.
How long is the road to Chen-ne La?
Starting from Duiquguo, the climb is really steep and curvy, with 40 hairpin turns. The ascent is 10 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 922 meters. The average gradient is 9.22%.
Is the road to Chen-ne La worth the drive?
The drive is spectacular, with five lakes and towering peaks nearby. At the summit, there’s a small lake known as Cuomoqing. Although the size of the lake is less than 0.25 square kilometers, the landscape is very beautiful with an oval shape and is surrounded by hills.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson