Mount Namcha Barwa, meaning "spear piercing the sky" in Tibetan, is named after its main peak that rises into the clouds, resembling the tip of a spear piercing the sky. Located in Nyingchi, Xizang, it is the highest peak at the eastern end of the the Himalayas, with an altitude of 7782 meters. It is known as "the most beautiful snow mountain in China" by National Geographic magazine. It is not only a "mysterious legend" in the mountaineering world, but also affectionately known as the "Shame Woman Peak" by Chinese and foreign tourists due to its year-round misty clouds and rare sightings.
The origin of "Shameful Women Peak": Nine out of ten people never meet
This is the most famous label of Namcha Barwa.
Cloudy and misty: Due to the influence of warm and humid air currents from the Indian Ocean, the Nanga Bawa Peak area is shrouded in clouds and mist throughout the year, especially in summer. Many times, when tourists wait at the foot of the mountain for a few days, they can only see the vast white clouds and mist, and cannot see the true face of the mountain peak.
Best viewing period: It only reveals its true appearance during the autumn and winter seasons from October to November each year, when the dry and cold northwest wind blows away the clouds and mist. Even in this season, it is often "half covered with a pipa", with the main peak appearing and disappearing in the clouds. Therefore, being able to see the full view of Mount Namcha Barwa is considered a kind of "luck" and "fate".
The 'killer peak' in the mountaineering world: no one has conquered it yet
Climbing difficulty: Although its altitude is only 7782 meters (below 8000 meters), it is an extremely difficult technical mountain peak to climb. Its complex terrain, steep mountains, dense glaciers, and extremely harsh climate have made it one of the peaks with the highest mortality rate in the world.
Climbing history: In 1992, the Sino Japanese joint mountaineering team went through difficulties and finally succeeded in reaching the summit for the first time (and the only time so far). Afterwards, although several mountaineering teams attempted, no one climbed to the summit again, and a large number of climbers died here. Therefore, it has a high sense of awe in the mountaineering industry.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
