Location Map of Rutog County in Tibet
Rutog County is located in the northwestern part of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China, within Ngari Prefecture. The county is situated on the Tibetan Plateau, known for its vast, high-altitude landscapes, and its proximity to the Karakoram Range and Lake Pangong.
Geographical Coordinates:
- Latitude: 32.2049° N
- Longitude: 80.0554° E
Borders with Neighboring Areas:
- To the North: Rutog County borders Aksai Chin, an area controlled by China but claimed by India.
- To the East: The county is close to Zanda County and Nyima County in Ngari Prefecture.
- To the South: Rutog shares a border with Lake Pangong and is near Purang County.
- To the West: The county is near India (specifically, the Ladakh region), making it a strategically significant area.
Rutog County is located in the northwestern part of Ngari Prefecture, within the Tibetan Plateau, and is near the Karakoram Range. It borders Aksai Chin to the north and shares proximity to India. The county’s location near Lake Pangong and Zanda County adds to its significance in the region.
