Tibet Attractions

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Located in the upper reaches of Lancang River, Chamdo Region occupies an important position. In Tibetan, "Chamdo" means water confluence as this place is the confluence of four rivers (Sequ River, Zhaqu River, Angqu River and Lancang River). Due to its old civilization, pious religion beliefs, long history, and unsophisticated folkways, Chamdo has attracted an increasing number of scientists, visitors and Mountaineers every year.

 Chambaling Monastery
The monastery, in Chamdo Town, was founded in 1444 by one of Tsong Khapa's disciples. 
 Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet, is considered to be a charming city with distinctive flavor. Visitors who first come here not only feel dizzy by its high altitude, but also shock by its rich historical and cultural relics as well as the strong religious atmosphere marked by 1,300 years long history. Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Drepung Monastery have become the symbols of this ancient city. Strolling in the city, you may find it is a good example of the perfect combination of the ancient and the modern, religion and secularity, and tradition and innovation.

Potala Palace

Namtso Lake

 Jokhang Temple
At the center of the old Lhasa, Jokhang Temple is the spiritual center of the region.

 Potala Palace
Located on the Red Hill of Lhasa, it is the symbol of the city, known to the world for its grand constructions, elegant buildings, exquisite artworks and pious religious atmosphere.
 Located in the northern part of the high land, Nakchu leaves a strong impression to visitors by its vast Qiangtang Grassland and no man's land. Though being a wild place with small population and the weather condition is not so satisfactory, its unique charm and magnificent view are also the reason why people come here. What's more, in this mysterious land, much wildlife under first national protection inhabit, adding some vitality to the land.

 Namtso Lake
Located near Damxung, it is the highest saltwater lake in the world and the second largest saltwater lake in China. 
 Located in the extreme western part of the snowy land, Nagri stands at the highest part of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Because of the high altitude, the land is severe cold dotted by continuous stretch of snow mountains. Though the color of it remains unchanged white, the celestial and extraordinary snow-capped landscape irresistibly attract the braves to conquer and to seek the beauty of wildness.

 Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarova
Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarova in the region of Purang are the "Sacred Mountain and Holy Lake" of the Buddhism, Hinduism and the indigenous religion-Bon.

 Lake Rakshastal
Lake Rakshastal in Tibetan means the "Demon Lake" or "Poisonous Dark Lake", because its salty water is undrinkable for human beings and animals. But the lake scenery is beautiful. 

 Ruins of Guge Kingdom
The ruins lie on a hilltop near a river and cover 180,000 square meters.

Ruins of Guge Kingdom

Yarlong Tsangpo River

 Located in the eastern part, Nyingchi has long been known as "the South of Yangtze River in Tibet" due to its beautiful scenery. Unlike other landscape in this area, Nyingchi Region is rich in forest scenes and natural resources.  Various plants growing in different climatic zones can be found here, such as banana trees, palm trees and snow lotus. Its thick forest is densely wooded by cypress, tree fern and Himalayan Fir, which makes the land worthy of the title "Natural Green Gene Pool" and "Natural Nature Museum".

 Yarlong Tsangpo River
Originating from a glacier on the northern Himalayas, it is the highest river on the earth.
 Located in the western part, Shannan is believed to be the richest region with the most profound culture. It is the cradle of the locals and the birthplace of their culture. It has countless historical and cultural relics, and has born many celebrities in history that made great contribution to the land. Moreover, the natural scenery here is equally wonderful. It is endowed with picturesque primitive forest, mysterious holy hill and lake, vast grassland and splendid mountains. Overall, it is a beautiful place combining sightseeing, scientific research, recreation and expedition as a whole.

 Samye Monastery
Situated in Dranang, Samye Monastery was completed in 779 under the patron of Trisong Detsen.

 Yamdrok Yumtso Lake
Yamdrok Yumtso (or Yamdrok-tso), one of the three holiest lakes on this holy land, lies at Nhagartse, located about 100 kilometers (62 miles) to the southwest of Lhasa.

Samye Monastery

Tashilhunpo Monastery

Located in southern Tibet, Shigatse is one of the most attractive scenic resorts. Lying at the foot of the northern slope of the Himalayas, it is endowed with fertile farmland, vast grassy meadow, wooded forest and snow mountains. The Mount Everest has long been the ultimate height challenged by the braves from home and abroad. Moreover, the old civilization and magnificent temple architectures are the other reason for visitors to come here.

 Tashilhunpo Monastery
Lies 2 kilometer (1.2 miles) west of Shigatse city, the monastery is a very influential monastery.

 Mount Everest
Lies at the border between China and Nepal, Mount Everest, also known as Mt. Qomolangma, meaning Mother Goddess of the Universe in local labguage, is the highest peak in the world.
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Mount Everest

Rongbuk Temple

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