All About the Road to Kyakyen La
Kyakyen La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.837m (15,869ft) above sea level, located in the heart of Cona County, in Shannan Prefecture of China.
Is the road to Kyakyen La unpaved?
Located in the southern part of the Tibet region, the road is mostly unpaved. With thousands of turns, most of them hairpin turns, and very steep parts, a 4x4 vehicle is required to complete the drive. It is subject to winter snowfalls with such a high summit altitude, and it can be closed anytime when the access is not cleared of snow.
How long is the road to Kyakyen La?
The road is about 30km (18 miles) long, running north-south from Tsona City to Shao. The drive provides stunning views of Geching Tso lake.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson