The Sichuan–Tibet railway conquers heights of over 4,000 meters
By Globaltimes.cn-VCG, Published: 2018-10-17 18:44:12
Zheduo Mountain is located in Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, and reaches an altitude of 4,270 meters. The setting sun casts a warm glow on the winding cloud river carpeting the base of Zheduo Mountain. Photo: VCG
Editor's Note:
The Sichuan–Tibet railway climbs to peaks that are over 4,000 meters tall. With all the ups and downs, twists and turns, this railway resembles a conquering roller coaster as it traverses the distance between Sichuan and Tibet. (Photos: VCG)

The deep green on the Gaoersi Mountain in Sichuan Province compliments a crystal blue sky. Photo: VCG
Haizi Mountain has an average altitude of 4,410 meter. The snow covered mountain can be seen mirrored in the lake like a painting. Photo: VCG
Sejila Mountain stands at approximately 5,134 meters, where visitors can appreciate flowers that cover the mountains in spring and summer. Photo: VCG
Nyainqentanglha, which stands at an altitude of approximately 4,700 meters, has vast green meadows that climb the sides of the mountain. (Photo: VCG)