I thought Baisha Lake was beautiful, until I went to Karakul Lake.

Compared to the Tiffany blue Baisha Lake, I prefer Karakul Lake along the Kashgar to Taxkorgan line. The reason is simple: Muztagh Ata. Even though there is a risk of altitude sickness here, I still want to take a look. · As the third highest peak in the West Kunlun Mountains, Muztagh Ata, with an altitude of 7,546 meters, has always been one of the symbols of the Pamir Plateau that I yearn for. Departing from Baisha Lake, not far away, you can see the gentle west slope of Muztagh Ata, which is different from the surrounding snow-capped mountains. Because the mountain is wide and round, Muztagh Ata is covered with snow all year round, and there are as many as 128 modern glaciers, so it is called the "Father of Glaciers". · For ordinary tourists, the best place to appreciate Muztagh Ata is Karakul Lake. Although Karakul Lake itself does not have the Tiffany blue color like Baisha Lake, there are many snow-capped mountains here. In addition to Muztagh Ata standing on the east side of the lake, there are also the towering Gonger Peak and Gonger Jiubie Peak. The three mountains stand tall, like pillars supporting the sky, and Karakul Lake is in this small world surrounded by snow-capped mountains. · Although the 45 yuan ticket for Karakul Lake and the scenic spot itself are seriously inconsistent, when you look at Muztagh Ata by the lake, you instantly forgive and reconcile with the scenic spot-the sun shines, Muztagh Ata is reflected in Karakul Lake, the so-called healing scenery, at this moment it becomes a concrete reality. · Walking along the lake, there is no noise of human voices, only the sound of the wind blowing on the water surface, and the towering snow-capped mountains in the distance. Time seems to stop flowing at this moment, quietly enclosing this beautiful scenery that has been frozen for millions of years. · Tips: 🔶Remember to apply for a border defense certificate when going to Taxkorgan, you can apply in advance at your place of household registration or after arriving in Kashgar 🔶The wind at Karakul Lake is relatively strong, and the temperature is not high even in July-August 🔶Pay attention to sun protection, the ultraviolet rays in the plateau area are very strong, and it is easy to get sunburned 🔶Be sure to choose a sunny day to come, the beauty will be greatly reduced on cloudy days