Namco, located in central Xizang Autonomous Region, is the second largest lake in Tibet and the third largest saltwater lake in China. The elevation of the lake is 4718m, which is approximately rectangular, with a length of more than 70km from east to west and a width of more than 30km from north to south, with an area of about1920km2. Early scientific investigation thought that the maximum depth of Namco was 33 meters, but in recent two years, it was found that the maximum depth of Namco exceeded 120 meters. With a storage capacity of 76.8 billion cubic meters, it is the largest lake with the highest altitude in the world.
"Namco" is Tibetan and Mongolian called "Tengger Caspian Sea", both of which mean "Tianhu". Namco is one of the "three sacred lakes" in Tibet. Namco is the first holy lake of Buddhism and one of the famous Buddhist holy places. Namco is a huge lake basin formed by Himalayan movement depression at the end of Tertiary and the beginning of Quaternary. Its formation and development are controlled by geological structure, formed by Himalayan movement depression and a rift lake with traces of glaciation.
Scenic spots around Namco
1, welcome stone
Yingbinshi, also known as Namco's goalkeeper. According to legend, Namco is the goddess in charge of the grassland wealth in northern Tibet. Therefore, when businessmen go out to do business, they must first come here to pray for the door god and get the door god's consent, so as to worship Namco and ensure the business is prosperous.
2. Palm stone
Cross palm stone, also known as mother stone. According to legend, it is the embodiment of the goddess Namtso, the father and mother of Nyainqentanglha Mountain, symbolizing their eternal love. This palm is the image of Zhang Lian, the founder of Zhichuan Ma Ning School, crossing his hands and praying for everything while practicing.
3. the hole of good and evil
Tibetan Buddhism believes that no matter what good or evil a person does, God will know it, just like drilling a hole of good or evil. Whether you are fat, short, tall or thin, you can go through this hole as long as you walk straight. Instead, you should reflect on your mistakes. The cave of good and evil is just a wake-up call from the Buddha to the world.
Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Namco