Tibet Travel Guide

Aptly referred to as "The Roof of the World", Tibet is a beautiful and marvelous destination. It is always on many travelers' wishlists. Tibet features amazing and unforgettable tourist attractions including the majestic Mt. Everest, the sacred Mt. Kailash and captivating Lake Manasarovar, as well as the unique Tibetan Buddhism. Other must-see highlights of Tibet are the world-famous Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple wherein you will find numerous devotees and pilgrims who are fervently chanting sutras and turning prayer wheels and more...

There are many things to consider before your trip to Tibet, such as the Chinese visa and entry permit you need, as well as transportation, weather, accommodation, and meals, making sure every aspect is well planned. So, read on for destination collections, and travel info for a comprehensive perspective on Tibet travel.

Capital: Lhasa
Population: 3.65 million (2023)
Area: 1.3 million sq. km (around one-eighth of China's total area)
Elevation: with an average elevation of more than 4000 meters.

Introduction to Tibet
Reasons to Visit Tibet
Top Things to Do
How to Plan a Tibet Trip
Best Time to Visit Tibet

Top Travel Destinations

Tibet has lots of places worth visiting: religious relics, picturesque landscapes, breathtaking lakes, and majestic mountains. You may check below:

Lhasa

This is a place of spiritual purification, full of Buddhist atmosphere and exotic culture. Suitable for people of all ages to travel all year round.

Ngari

Only the brave dare to challenge the extreme scenery. Here are sacred Mt. Kailash, holy lake Manasarovar, and glorious ruins of Guge Kingdom.

Shigatse

It has the richest travel resources, such as Everest Base Camp, Tashilhunpo Monastery, as well as the Gyiriong border between Nepal and Tibet.

Gyantse

It's regarded as the Granary of Tibet with its good climate and fertile soil. You will see rural scenery, Pelkor Chöde Monastery, "100,000 pagodas", ancient castles, etc.

Lhoka

With its natural landscapes and historical-cultural relics, Lhoka(Shannan) is known as the heartland of ancient Tibet and the cradle of Tibetan culture.

Nyingchi

Nyingchi is the lowest area in Tibet. The beautiful peach blossoms, turquoise lake, lush forest, and the magnificent Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon make it a picturesque paradise.

Nagqu

Nagqu is located in the north of Tibet. The weather is cold and dry. There are rolling clouds, sparkling water waves, steep mountains, and vast grasslands.

Bomi

Bomi is located in southeastern Tibet with the largest glacier group on the Tibetan plateau, also known for the largest peach blossom valley and beautiful primeval forests.

Qamdo

Qamdo is the joint location connecting Tibet, Qinghai, Sichuan, and Yunnan, including one of Tibet's most beautiful lakes - Ranwu Lake and the famous Laigu Glacier.

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Top Things to Do in Tibet

For the top tourist destinations in Tibet, we have made themed pages to give you the insights needed to decide what you would like to do in Tibet. Each of the attractions has its distinct charm, one of which will definitely impress you and stay in your memory forever.