A 4,000-kilometer obsession, all for that road sign: the legendary self-driving journey on the Panlong Ancient Road, where despair meets healing

🚗 Driving on a road that seems to twist fate itself, does every turn feel like surmounting a major mountain in life? 🚗💨 In Taxkorgan, Kashgar region of Xinjiang, China, lies such a magical road—Panlong Ancient Road. It's not just a road, but a journey that strikes the soul. 🌟 📍 Starting point: Taxkorgan, the shining pearl of Xinjiang 🌄 Embarking from Taxkorgan, you are about to set foot on this miraculous road, known as the 'must-drive road of a lifetime'. Imagine, over 600 S-shaped turns winding through mountains averaging 4,100 meters in altitude, each bend a test of courage and determination. 🏔️ 🚗 Self-driving guide 🗺️ - Route revelation: Start with the 'Little Panlong', taking in the winding beauty of Panlong Ancient Road from a lower angle. Navigate directly to the Congling Lake scenic area, then turn onto a side road; next, set the village of Xiabuzikala as your destination, following the road signs to face the challenge of Little Panlong. 🌄 🏞️ - Ultimate goal: Big Panlong. After a warm-up, why not continue to the Big Panlong. Despite the longer distance and denser curves, when you stand in front of the marker at 4,216 meters altitude, all fatigue will vanish. Below the kilometer mark, the slogan 'From now on, life is a smooth road' is the perfect interpretation of this journey. 🌈 💡 Thoughtful Tips ①🚁 - Aerial perspective: Don't forget to bring a drone for a bird's-eye view, the posture of Panlong will be even more stunning. ②💊 - Companion for motion sickness: With many turns and perilous roads, have motion sickness medication ready to ensure a comfortable experience. ③📡 - Offline maps: The signal may be unstable, download offline maps for worry-free navigation. ④🍜 - Energy replenishment: Bring your own dry food and water, the little sure happiness in the long journey. 🌈 When life gives you lemons, come to Panlong Ancient Road and turn them into lemon soda** 🍋 On Panlong Ancient Road, behind every desperate turn, there is an unexpected healing waiting for you. 🛤️ Here, you will deeply understand that no matter how tortuous the road of life is, there is always that road sign telling you: 'From now on, life is a smooth road'.🛣️