The most complete and practical guide in the history of Tibet travel! There are all the details you don’t know here

2021

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Tibet

TIBET

Tibet

Poetry and distance in the hearts of countless people

Regardless of the unparalleled scenery

Still a strong faith

They all attract people to come here to find out.

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No Tibet, not far away

Only when you come to Tibet will you know how blue the lake is

How majestic the snow-capped mountains are…

Please keep this Tibet travel guide

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01

How to enter Tibet?

1. Train

Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xining and Lanzhou all have direct trains to Lhasa. Taking a train into Tibet will not only allow your body to gradually adapt to the plateau, but also there are excellent "galleries" of beautiful scenery along the Qinghai-Tibet line. There are There is a high chance that you will make like-minded friends, which will also bring convenience to your trip to Tibet.

2. Airplane

Photo by Guan Guan

Flying into Tibet is the shortest and fastest way, suitable for those who don’t have enough travel time. There is an airport bus from Gonggar Airport to Lhasa city, and the fare is 30 yuan per person.

3. Self-driving

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The most beautiful scenic avenue in China - Sichuan-Tibet Line

The most convenient food and accommodation and the most diverse scenery - the Qinghai-Tibet Line

A journey of various charms - Yunnan-Tibet Line

The national highway paved in the sky—Xin-Tibet Line

The beautiful and cruel original ecological scenery - Bingchacha Line

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No matter which one of these self-driving routes into Tibet, you can experience unparalleled beauty and make you feel that you have no regrets in this life.

4. Cycling

Most people who ride into Tibet are outdoor enthusiasts with extraordinary perseverance. More people ride on the Sichuan-Tibet Line, and less on the Qinghai-Tibet Line and Yunnan-Tibet Line. Riding takes the longest time and requires the highest physical fitness, physical fitness, endurance, and willpower. Both are indispensable, so it is not recommended for friends who come to Tibet for the first time to choose this way of entering Tibet.

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What preparations should be made before entering Tibet?

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1. Before entering Tibet, you can take Rhodiola rosea, Gaoyuanan, etc. to prevent altitude sickness. Rhodiola rosea can also be soaked in water and drank. These are usually taken ten days in advance. If taken after entering Tibet, they will not have much effect.

2. Before entering Tibet, you should pay attention to keeping warm and preventing colds. If you catch a cold, it is best to postpone the time of entering Tibet, because it is difficult to recover from a cold on the plateau, and severe cases can cause pulmonary edema and other complications.

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3. Compared with tourist cities in the mainland, summer in Tibet is more refreshing and comfortable. The highest temperature during the day is around 25°, but it is best to prepare thin long-sleeved pants to avoid sunburn and tanning. It will be colder after cooling down at night. Bring a few coats.

4. March to November is the peak tourist season in Tibet, but in winter there are many attractions in Tibet that are free of charge, with fewer tourists, low house prices, and comfortable temperatures, so winter travel to Tibet is also a good choice!

Daycare Temple/Photo by Guan Guan

5. If you plan to travel to border areas, it is recommended to apply for a border pass at your place of residence in advance!

6. Avoid heavy drinking and reduce the frequency of smoking and drinking before entering Tibet.

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7. It is recommended to prepare cold medicine, motion sickness medicine, ibuprofen, glucose and other medicines.

8. Mobile payment is very convenient in Tibet, but you also need to prepare some cash to avoid poor signal in remote areas.

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Precautions and suggestions after entering Tibet

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1. Ultraviolet rays are strong on the plateau. In addition to wearing a sun hat, parasol and sunglasses, you should also apply sunscreen with an SPF index of 50+ on your skin!

2. June and July are the rainiest seasons in Tibet, but it basically rains at night and clears up during the day. The weather in the plateau area is changeable, so you can carry an umbrella with you just in case.

Lulang Town/Photo by Zheng Shengri

3. Walking on plateau should be done slowly. Eat less, move too fast or eat too full, which will consume oxygen.

4. Tibet has a dry climate and serious water loss. You should drink more water to replenish moisture. You can also carry lip balm and throat lozenges with you to relieve discomfort.

Brahmaputra River/Photo by Wu Wei

5. On the first day after arriving in Tibet, it is best to rest in the hotel to allow the body to adapt to the plateau environment and maintain physical strength to relieve discomfort. It is recommended not to take a shower that day to avoid catching a cold.

6. There are many human-powered tricycles in Lhasa. It is also a good choice to tour the ancient city with the sound of jingling bells, but you must negotiate the price before getting on the bus.

Zhegu Grassland/Photo by Qiqi

7. Traveling in plateau will make you feel tired easily. You can bring a small bottle of glucose oral liquid to replenish your physical strength at any time. It is sold in various pharmacies in Tibet.

8. Eat more fruits and vegetables. If unconditional, take vitamin C orally.

9. There are a dazzling array of Tibetan-style products in Barkhor Street and other places. Ordinary souvenirs are not expensive, and you can also bargain. If you want to buy expensive jewelry, it is recommended to go to a specialty store to choose from. This way the product quality is guaranteed and you can look at more. Home, shop around.

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10. Butter tea is a must-try for many tourists, but sweet tea is actually more popular and tastes similar to milk tea.

11. No matter where you go in Tibet, you must bring your ID card. You must swipe your ID card to pass at most attractions and checkpoints.

12. Portable oxygen bottles are sold all over Tibet. It is not recommended to rent large tanks of oxygen, which is neither convenient nor affordable.

Tashilhunpo Monastery/Photo by Guan Guan

13. You cannot step on the threshold when entering a Tibetan tent or room, and you are not allowed to spit in front of others.

14. Prayer tubes and prayer wheels are not allowed to be reversed, and do not touch other people’s heads.

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How to travel to Tibet

Yamdrok Yongcuo/Photo Network

There are two common ways to travel in Tibet:

The first is to travel with a tour group. The advantage is that you don’t have to worry about it and the cost is low. The disadvantage is that the route is rigid and many small scenic spots along the way cannot be freely stopped to enjoy, and the stay in the scenic spot is short.

The second way to travel is by self-driving, choosing a chartered vehicle such as an off-road vehicle or commercial vehicle. Most of the road conditions in Tibet are very good now, so renting a car and driving yourself is a good choice!

05

What beautiful places are there in Tibet?

| Lhasa |

Castle-style architectural complex ——Potala Palace

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An eternal example of Tibetan religious architecture

——Jokhang Temple

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Photo by Xiao Feng

Tibetan "Summer Palace"——Norbulingka

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Photo by Zhou Yue

The largest temple in Tibetan Buddhism

—— Drepung Monastery

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One of the three "holy lakes"

——Namtso

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| Shannan |

Sapphire on the plateau

——Yamdrok Yongcuo

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The first palace in Tibetan history

——Yumbulakang

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Photo by Wangji Feixia

You can see past and present lives

——Lam Lacuo

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Gentle and quiet——Pumayongcuo

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|Shigatse|

The highest peak in the world

——Mount Everest

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Photo by Tianshu

Unique Buddha exhibition platform in major monasteries in Tibet

——Tashilhunpo Monastery

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closest to the road

——Carola Glacier

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Photo by Xiao Feng

The only 8,000-meter peak entirely in China

——Shishapangma

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Photo by Tianshu

| Nagqu |

One of the six most beautiful grasslands in China

——Naqu Alpine Grassland

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The largest lake in Tibet—— Serincuo

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Photo by Lao Shen

The end of Tibetan beauty

——Holy Elephant Tianmen

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Photo by Guan Guan

The cradle of ancient Zhangzhong civilization

——Danger to Yongcuo

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Peerless Secret Realm——Sapu Mountain

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Photo by Li Heng

| Linzhi |

The most beautiful mountain peak that “nine out of ten people encounter”

—— Namjagbarwa Peak

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Photo by Wu Wei

Photo by Lu Yuli

The clear water is like a mirror——Basongcuo

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The largest and deepest canyon on earth

——Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon

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The clouds, mountains and foggy sea “make people miss home”

——Lulang Forest Sea

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Photo by Zheng Shengri

rare natural wonder

——Midui Glacier

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Photo by Zhao Bibi

| Ali |

Known as the "King of the Sacred Mountain"

——Kang Rinpoche

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Photo by Lu Yuli

"The Invincible Jasper Lake"

——Manasarovar

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Photo by Kang Kai

Recording the splendid cultural and artistic achievements

——Guge Dynasty Ruins

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Photo by Wang Bo

The most typical and largest distribution area in the world

Earth forest formed by weathering of Tertiary strata

——Zada Earth Forest

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Hands that can pick the stars

——Ali Dark Night Park

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Photo by Dai Jianfeng

| Qamdo |

Known as "Xishan Yaochi"

——Ranwu Lake

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Photo by Lu Yuli

marine glacier group

——Laigu Glacier

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The only one in our country that remains intact and the most original

A place where hand-made salt is dried

——Mangkang Ancient Salt Field

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The uncanny "City in the Sky"

——Zizhu Temple

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Photo by Wangji Feixia

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What kind of food is there in Tibet?

Sweet tea/butter tea

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Tibetan food

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Tibetan hotpot

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Stone Pot Chicken

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Hidden face

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Yak yogurt

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Air-dried yak meat

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Tibet

The place you always want to reach in your life

It is a shocking journey that cleanses the soul.

This is the best time to travel to Tibet

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