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Southern Xinjiang-Panlong Ancient Road

The "Panlong Ancient Road" is a spectacular winding mountain road located in Waqia Township, Taxkorgan Autonomous County, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang, China. It is also a famous online celebrity attraction: 🐉 Core highlights • S-shaped sharp turns and dragon-like windings It is about 36km long (some information mentions that the entire road is 70km, but the essence is about 36km), with 600-639 "S" or U-shaped turns, each of which is higher than 180°, and many years reach 270°, like a giant dragon lying on the mountainside . • Altitude difference·Mountain scenery The starting point is about 3,000m, climbing to a maximum of 4,200m, with a drop of more than 1,000-1,200m. Along the way, you can overlook the Pamir Plateau, snow-capped mountains, canyons, lakes and pastoral areas Healing life·Philosophical slogans There is a road sign on the road that says: "Today I have walked through all the detours in my life, and from now on my life will be smooth", which has become a popular check-in quote 🚗 Transportation and experience methods • Self-driving/chartering is essential: There is no public transportation here, suitable for off-road or SUV, the car condition and driving skills must be good, and be prepared for altitude sickness
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Posted: Jul 9, 2025
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