White Horse Entering the Grassy Plain at Shika Snow Mountain 石卡雪山
The grassy plain at Shika Snow Mountain was a delightful change from the disappointing summit “views” further up the mountain. It was fascinating to be able to visit a mountain and a plain all in one visit. The grassy plain at least relieves me some of the disappointment when I ascended the mountain. The visibility here at the grassy plain was excellent in total contrast to the poor visibility on the summit. Though looking at the mountain top right now, I can’t be so sure anymore. I don’t think they would allow me to go back up the cable car which was strange since the cable cars go up even when empty.
A Few Horses Wandering at the Grassy Plain at Shika Snow Mountain 石卡雪山
The grassy plain at Shika Snow Mountain has a farm like feel to it. It has been a while since I have visited a farm, though I full well know that this is not a full fledged farm. Though maybe I just have no idea how farms are elsewhere. Somehow this place doesn’t have and air of authenticity around it. The most glaring fact is that it is within a ticketed area. They may have lived here before Shika Snow Mountain was developed into a tourist attraction, but still. They do have a number of animals wandering around, yak, pigs and horses.
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