Longbao Wetland
隆宝国家级自然保护区
A high-altitude marsh wetland at an elevation of about 4,200 metres. It is China's first national nature reserve with the black-necked crane as its main protected species, and cranes can be seen in summer.
Longbao National Nature Reserve lies in Longbao Town, Yushu City, about 50 km from Jyekundo town. It was China's first nature reserve focused on protecting the black-necked crane. Lakes and meadows alternate across the high-altitude marsh, and in spring and summer black-necked cranes, bar-headed geese and ruddy shelducks breed here, earning it the name "Home of the Black-necked Crane." Birdwatching is only allowed from the road and designated viewpoints at a distance. Do not enter the marsh or drive birds away, and a telephoto lens is recommended. The altitude is high and the weather changes quickly, so take care to keep warm and watch for altitude sickness.
Opening hours
Open all day (follows reserve regulations)
Nearby sights
- Yushu Horse Racing Festival
- Yushu Prefecture Museum
- King Gesar Square
- Jyekundo Monastery
- Yushu Earthquake Memorial
- Gyanak Mani Stone Mound
- Thrangu Monastery
- Batang Grassland