Lhasa Tsedang Tour
Lhasa Tsedang Tour is one of the most inspiring spiritual tours in Tibet. As the origin of Tibetan civilization, Tsedang is popular with most pilgrims and travelers who want a spiritual transformation in their being. And Lhasa is considered a miracle in the world for its ancient buildings and cultures. Lhasa Tsedang tour connects the two vital parts and puts a magnificent show in front of you. This tour includes valuable places such as the Potala Palace(the center of Tibet), Samye Monastery(the first temple in Tibet), and Yumbu Lhakhang(the first palace in Tibet).
Frequently Asked Questions
What about the highlights of Lhasa and Tsetang tour?
Potala Palace: The highest and largest palace-style complex in the world today.
Jokhang Temple: It has the supreme position in Tibetan Buddhism. There enshrines the Sakyamuni Buddha statue brought in by Princess Wencheng from the Tang Dynasty. The reason why Lhasa is known as a holy place is related to this statue of Buddha.
Barkhor Street: Lhasa's most famous shopping street and the most prosperous street in history.
Samye Monastery: The architectural form of Samye Monastery is built according to the Tantric Mandala, showing the Buddhism cosmology three-dimensionally.
Yumbulagang Palace: The first palace in Tibet, and the birthplace of Tibet civilization.
How far is it from Lhasa to Tesdang? How long will it take on the way?
Tesdang sits 150 kilometers south of Lhasa, about two hours' ride to reach. Lhasa Gonggar Airport is located in the middle of Lhasa and Tesdang, only 95 kilometers away from Tesdang, about an hour ride, so you can visit Tesdang first then Lhasa.
When is the best time to visit Lhasa and Tsedang?
The best time to visit Lhasa is from June to September, when the climate in Lhasa is the best, the oxygen concentration is the highest, and the natural scenery is the most beautiful.
The best time to visit Shanan, where Tsedang locates, is from June to August. During these periods, it's relatively warm and the temperature is about 20 degrees.
To sum up, the best time to visit Lhasa and Tsedang is from June to August.
Is it possible to travel to Tsedang from Lhasa by train？
Yes, you can take the Lhasa-Nyingchi Railway and get off at Tsedang station. The railway was opened on June 25 this year, connecting Lhasa and Shannan cities.
There are two trains daily, equipped with oxygen supply, one leaving at 8:20 in the morning from Lhasa and the other at 1:40 in the afternoon. It takes just 1 hour and 10 minutes and the fare ranges from US$11 to US$26.
What about the road condition from Lhasa to Tsedang?
The roads from Lhasa to Tsedang are broad and well-paved asphalt roads. However, if you go further to the north, there's a small section of unsurfaced roads.
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