Many people know that traveling to Tibet is a very pleasant thing, but walking to Tibet is very dangerous for many people, because it involves altitude sickness and personal safety.
I remember a friend of mine, Xiaomei, talked about this problem at the party. She said that it is not recommended to travel to Tibet on foot if you are not fully prepared. Because there is a lot of work to be done before hiking to Tibet, we should make a full evaluation of ourselves. In the end, we will decide whether to travel to Tibet on foot.
After talking with Xiaomei, I got a general understanding of hiking to Tibet and the points that need attention. Let's share it with you.
The first point: Know what altitude sickness is.
Traveling to Tibet by yourself, altitude sickness is a difficult problem that has to be overcome. Altitude sickness refers to headache, shortness of breath, chest tightness, anorexia, low fever, dizziness, fatigue and other symptoms. After people reach a certain height, some people will have different symptoms such as purple lips and fingertips, lethargy, high spirits, lack of oxygen and being unable to sleep.
The second point: how to effectively avoid reducing altitude sickness.
Because it takes a long time to travel to Tibet on foot, the whole process requires a high level of physical fitness. It is suggested that when you first arrive at the plateau, don't get excited, don't run, try to walk slowly, don't overeat, don't drink and smoke, which may aggravate altitude sickness. When traveling in Tibet, you should eat more foods rich in vitamins, such as vegetables and fruits, drink more water, keep warm and take fewer baths to avoid catching a cold. If your altitude sickness is serious, you can take some drugs to relieve altitude sickness in advance, such as American ginseng buccal tablets and Baifuning.
Third: determine the route to Tibet.
In fact, there are two routes to Tibet, one is the Sichuan-Tibet line and the other is the Qinghai-Tibet line. Judging from the current situation, the Qinghai-Tibet line is the best route to Tibet at present. Because the accommodation and dining conditions on the Sichuan-Tibet line are very poor, and this line is often closed by mudslides and heavy snow, the weather is changeable. But the Qinghai-Tibet line is not dangerous in this respect, and it is very suitable for hiking routes, so as to ensure your own safety.
Fourth: Be sure to have a physical examination.
There is no special requirement for health except to keep a good attitude when traveling to Tibet. People with severe respiratory, tracheal, cardiac, cardiovascular and mental diseases are not allowed to enter Tibet. It is suggested that people who want to travel to Tibet should have a physical examination in advance, especially in the heart and lungs, to confirm whether they have the above diseases.
Conclusion: Walking in Tibet is a cautious thing. If you decide to travel to Tibet, you must make full preparations. Only in this way can you ensure the safety during the trip.