Lhasa Travel Guide

1,165km (722 miles) S of Golmud, 278km (172 miles) E of Shigatse. Altitude: 3,600m (11,808 ft.)
The religious and political heart of the Tibetan world, Lhasa sits on the north bank of the Kyi Chu, surrounded by colossal mountain ranges to the north and south. The first hint that you are entering the traditional capital of Tibet is the red and white palaces of the Potala, home to Tibet's spiritual and temporal leaders, the Dalai Lamas, since the 17th century.
In accordance with the Chinese Constitution, Tibet follows the system of regional national autonomy. This is a system under which certain ethnic minority areas, Read More

  • 12 Days of Ancient China & Tibet Discovery TourFrom $1767

    History oozes each and every day of this odyssey to some of the oldest most famous historical sites in the world. From the grandeur of Beijing's Forbidden City along incredible Entombed Warriors to the unforgettable sights of Tibet, your will be enthralled at every turn.

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