Tibet Adventure Tour – Shiquanhe Town

Shiquanhe Town is located by Shiquanhe River which is at the upper reaches of Indus River. It was a waste land before the Xinjiang-Tibet Highway was completed. Simple public facilities were constructed after the construction of Xinjiang-Tibet Highway. Tourists planning a Tibet adventure tour through Xinjiang-Tibet Highway would have the chance to visit the remote town which has an altitude of 4255 meters.

Shiquanhe Town has been one of the transportation hubs, economical centers and trade centers in western Tibet after the construction of Xinjiang-Tibet Highway. Some basic public facilities and cultural facilities have been established in Shiquanhe Town. There are stores, banks and bookstores in the remote town. Tourists planning Tibet adventure tours through Xinjiang-Tibet Highway could take a rest in Shiquanhe Town Hotel when you arrive in this small town.

Located in the gobi desert, Shiquanhe town is really rare visited. It is pretty small, but looks really prosperous and dynamic on the bleak Ngari Plateau. Shiquanhe Town is a newly developed town and the local government in Ngari Prefecture moved to this town in 1965. The red meranti here has been the symbol of this town.

Shiquanhe Town is located in the western part of Ngari Plateau. It is surrounded by a depopulated desert. The noted Qiangtang Natural Reserve of Wildlife is not far away from this town. The severe plateau environment and poor transportation condition made Shiquanhe Town developed slowly.

Tourists planning a Tibet adventure tour could make a supplement when arrive in Shiquanhe Town. Some daily necessities and commonly used medicines are available in this town.