How to drive the turns of the road to Zhong Daban?

Zhong Daban is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.779m (12,398ft) above sea level, located in Qinghai, China.

Zhong Daban

Where is Zhong Daban? 

The pass, also known as Dabanyahuo Pass, is located north of Xining, on the boundary between Haibei and Xining Prefectures, in the northern part of the country.

Can you drive to Zhong Daban?

Set high in the Qilian mountain range, the road to the summit is totally unpaved but navigable by most passenger vehicles in the right weather. It’s called S105 (Qiaoyin Highway).

How long is the road to Zhong Daban?

The pass is 71.2 km (44.24 miles) long, running south-north from Datong Hui and Tu to Menyuan Hui. 

How long is the road to Zhong Daban? 

With 25 hairpin turns, the road is very steep, hitting a grueling 25% of maximum gradient through some of the ramps. Due to the defiant condition of the road, it was bypassed by the Keda Expressway, located to the east.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson

 

 

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