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Lhasa, the spiritual and cultural capital of the Tibetan plateau at 3,656 meters above sea level, is one of the most fascinating and mystical cities on the planet. Crowned by the majestic Potala Palace and scented by juniper smoke and yak butter lamps, Lhasa offers a moving immersion into Tibetan Buddhism, where devout pilgrims perform continuous prostrations around the sacred Jokhang Temple.
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Nestled in a valley flanked by colossal desert mountains under a cobalt blue sky of unsurpassed clarity.
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Natural Wonders
Norbulingka Palace and Park
The traditional summer palace of the Dalai Lamas, surrounded by lush botanical gardens, ponds and pavilions filled with historic frescoes.
Lhasa River River Walk (Kyi Chu)
Riverside equipped with pedestrian bridges and garden areas to walk contemplating the desert peaks and the bed of the sacred river.
Lhalu National Wetland Park
The 'green lung of Lhasa', the highest urban wetland in the world that serves as a refuge for migratory birds such as the black-necked crane.
Day Trips
Yamdrok Lake (Yamdrok Yumtso)
One of the three great sacred lakes of Tibet. A mirror of unreal turquoise waters winding between mountains crowned by the snow-capped Mount Noijin Kangsang (7,191 m).
Namtso Lake
The 'Heavenly Lake', one of the highest salt lakes in the world (4,718 m). Framed by the imposing snow-capped Nyenchen Tanglha mountain range and sacred karst peninsulas (Tashi Dor).
Drak Yerpa Meditation Caves
One of the most sacred hermit centers in Tibet, carved into steep limestone cliffs where Guru Rinpoche and King Songtsen Gampo meditated.
Samye Monastery and Yarlung Valley (Tsedang)
The first Buddhist monastery founded in Tibet (8th century), designed as a cosmic three-dimensional mandala, located in the cradle of Tibetan civilization.
Gyantse and Pelkor Chode Monastery (Kumbum)
Historic citadel dominated by an imposing fort ('Dzong') and the great nine-story Kumbum stupa with dozens of chapels full of 15th century mural frescoes.
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Nestled in a valley flanked by colossal desert mountains under a cobalt blue sky of unsurpassed clarity.
Safety
One of the safest cities on the planet in terms of street crime or common crimes.
Transport
Good network of city buses and cheap taxis, complemented by the legendary high mountain railway terminal.
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Tea at Ani Tsankhung Nunnery
Pause your morning walk through Barkhor to eat homemade momos and drink sweet tea in the flowery courtyard of the Ani Tsankhung Female Nunnery, away from the crowds.
The Monk Debates at 3:00 p.m.
Arrive at Sera Monastery promptly at 3pm Monday to Saturday to stand in the shade of the gravel courtyard and watch the vibrant monastic debates.
Clockwise Sense ('Kora')
Always walk clockwise around temples, stupas ('Chortens'), monasteries and prayer wheels. Never turn in the opposite direction (reserved only for the Bön shamanic religion).
Temple Dress Code
Take off hats, sunglasses and dress warmly with covered shoulders and legs. Do not touch the heads of children or consecrated images.
Hydration and Extreme UV Protection
Always carry lip balm, factor 50+ sunscreen, polarized sunglasses and a hat. Ultraviolet radiation at this altitude burns quickly.
Use of Portable Oxygen Bottles
In any pharmacy or store in Lhasa you can buy small bottles of compressed oxygen for 20-30 yuan if you feel fatigue or dizziness when walking.
Acclimatization and Altitude Sickness (Soroche)
Lhasa is at 3,656 meters. The first day, rest completely at the hotel, do not make physical efforts, drink at least 3 liters of water and avoid showering with very hot water to prevent headaches or hypoxia.
Caution with Tibetan Mastiff Dogs
On the outskirts of monasteries and rural areas there may be shepherd dogs loose. Do not try to pet them or approach them without the presence of a local guide.
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