Kekexili is in the hinterland of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, covering the south of Kunlun Mountains and the north of Tanggula Mountains. It is the largest uninhabited area in China. Despite the harsh natural environment for human beings, Kekexili is a wonderland for wild donkeys, yaks, Tibetan antelopes and 230 species of wild animals. The endangered Tibetan antelopes are the pride of Kekexili, with only about 7,000 to 100,000 left worldwide.

 Wudaoliang - Naqu

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Passing through Fenghuoshan Tunnel, the peak of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and also the highest tunnel in the world, you come to the Tanggula Mountains, where the world's highest railway station lies, at about 5,068 m above sea level. Through thousands of years, Tanggula, one of the nearest places to heaven about 5,300 m above sea level, has always been a perilous destination. Yet now it is quite safe to visit inside the train.

The Qiangtang Grasslands in Naqu spreads over about 600,000 square km, taking up half of the whole of Tibet, averaging 4,500 m above sea level. The boundless grassland is the principal pastoral area in Tibet, scattered with white sheep and black yaks.

Getting off the train and spending some time inside the colorful tents with Tibetans is definitely a way to relax on the journey. Take a deep breath and enjoy the Qingke wine and yoghurt!

The biggest attraction is the horse racing festival in Naqu, normally held during late July or early August on the Tibetan calendar (August in solar calendar), lasting five to 15 days.

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