The snow-capped mountains that have taken over my social media feed have left me in awe.

I just returned from Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and have a lot of thoughts. The cold on the mountain made me shiver, and I thought I had missed the snow, but I was surprised to find that the mountain was covered in snow. Despite this, the cold experience made me realize the importance of being prepared. Here are some practical tips I have summarized to help you avoid unnecessary trouble. Snow Mountain Essentials: Warm clothing: Wear thick clothing. If you already have windproof clothing, you don't need to rent any. There are rental services in the ancient city, and the price is about 20 per time. Oxygen tank: Free travelers can buy it in the ancient city in advance. Small bottles are $10, and large bottles are $15. Generally, one bottle is enough. Sun protection: The ultraviolet rays on the snow mountain are strong, so remember to bring a hat and sunglasses. Food supply: It is recommended to buy chocolate or energy bars in the ancient city and eat them before climbing to replenish your energy. Climbing Precautions: △ Trap 1: When taking the scenic bus to Blue Moon Valley, get off at D2 Station "Shuiyue Pavilion". Don't rush to get off when you hear Blue Moon Valley, as this may cause you to spend an extra 50 on the battery car, which is a common trap. △ Trap 2: The oxygen tank for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain needs to be prepared in advance, and the capacity should be checked. Our team provides 1-liter bottles, which I think are enough. They are also sold in the scenic area, but the price is as high as 60 bottles, so it is recommended to avoid them. Climbing Tips: To climb the 4,680-meter-high snow mountain, be sure to buy a ticket for the Glacier Park cable car. Tickets usually go on sale at 8 pm the day before departure, so be sure to prepare in advance. The 140$ ticket for the Glacier Park cable car includes all the eco-friendly buses in the scenic area. When taking the cable car up the mountain, it is recommended to start inhaling oxygen and not wait until you feel uncomfortable to take action. There is not much snow on the snow mountain, but the wind is strong. If it rains, it will be very cold, so it is recommended to bring a three-in-one jacket and a windproof hat, and choose comfortable shoes, as you will need to climb more than a thousand steps. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain allows you to bring your own food, such as instant noodles, biscuits, bread, chocolate, etc., as the food prices below the cable car are high. There are self-service lockers on the first floor of the Snow Kitchen at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which are suitable for storing more items. Large lockers are $6 per hour, medium lockers are $5, and small lockers are $4.