How to drive the unpaved road to Kompas La?

Kompas La is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5.476m (17,965ft) above sea level, located in the southwestern part of Hotan Prefecture of Xinjiang Autonomous Region, in China.

Kompas La

Is the road to Kompas La unpaved?

The road through the pass, also known as Dehra Compass, is totally unpaved. It’s called Tiankong Xian. A 4x4 vehicle is required.

How long is the road to Kompas La?

Starting from Heweitan, the road to the pass is 21.6 km (13.42 miles) long.

How challenging is the road to Kompas La in winters?

The high-altitude sectors are subject to constant, high-velocity winds throughout the year. Thermal fluctuations during July and August cause daytime temperatures of 20°C to drop to -10°C after sunset. The summer monsoon period brings multi-day rain accumulation and sudden snowfall over the mountain passes. Winter conditions maintain sub-zero temperatures that freeze the ground surface continuously.

 

 

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