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Tibet Attractions

Here, we introduce in detail most of the attractions in Tibet, both historic, natural, and religious sites such as: Buddhism monasteries, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Norbulingka, Namco Lake, and Drepung Monastery. Also, we have prepared some interesting local featured activities you will not see in most tour packages, but from which you can develop a much deeper appreciation for the local culture. From these, you can choose your favorite, which are sure to entertain and educate. Some areas of interest include: the tea culture of Tibet, the world 's highest railway, Tibetan costumes, and Thangkas. Check out your favorite attractions to make a unique tour all your own.

Top Must See Attractions in Lhasa

Potala Palace: --Landmark of Lhasa; --UNESCO World Heritage

Jokhang Temple: --Hot for family tours; --Beautiful legend

Barkhor Street: --Traditional architectures; --Souvenir shopping

Norbulingka: --World Cultural Heritage
--Summer Palace in Tibet

Sera Monastery: --Featured Buddhist Debating Activity

Drepung Monastery: --Nalanda of Tibet

Tibet Museum: --Displaying around 1,000 precious objects; --Showing the Tibet culture

Ramoche Monastery: -- The second most important monastery; --A strong Tang architecture influence

Ganden Monastery: --The first Gelugpa monastery

Namtso Lake: --The highest lake in the world; --One of the three holy lakes in Tibet

Reting Monastery: --Historically important; --Unique architectural style

Tsuphu Monastery: --The seat of the Karmapa Lama

Drak Yerpa: --A holy cave retreat

Top Must See Attractions in Shigatse

Tashilhunpo monastery: --Landmark of Shigatse; --UNESCO World Heritage

Mt.Everest (Mt. Qomolangma): --8848 m (29,028 ft); --The Highest Mountain of World

Yamdrok Lake: --One of the three largest sacred lakes; --Magnificent views

Gyantse Dzong: --The best preserved dzong in Tibet

Palkhor Monastery: --"A miniature of ancient Tibet"

Pala Manor: --Bearing evidence of the lifestyles of the aristocracy and the serfs

Shalu Monastery: --A perfect combination of Han and Tibet architectural styles

Sakya Monastery: --Famed as the "Second Dunhuang"

Rongbuk Monastery: --Located at the northern foot of Mt. Everest

Top Must See Attractions in Ngari

Mount Kailash: --Sacred Mountain; --The Peak of Kailash Range

Manasarovar Lake: --Holy Lake, Regarded as religious center; --The most transparent Freshwater Lake

The Ruins of Guge Kingdom: --The old Summer Palace of Tibet; --Precious Cutural Relics

Top Must See Attractions in Shannan

Yumbu Lakang: -- The oldest palace in Tibet; --Enjoying a bird's eye view of the Yarlung Valley

Samye Monastery: --The first temple to be built in Tibet

Trundruk Monastery: --Holy temple for pilgrims

Tombs of Tibetan Kings: --The largest well-preserved tombs of Tubo Tibetan Kings

Tour in Depth

In addition to those must-see attractions on most of the tour itineraries, there are many other local activities or culture highlights that can provide a fun and educational cultural flair to your trip. Tell us if you have interest on these activities.

Tea Culture in Tibet

Qinghai-Tibet Railway

Thangka

Tibetan Culture

Yambajan

Lhasa Carpet Factory

Tibet Local Tours and Extension Tours

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6 days Tibet Highlight TourFrom $683
6 Days Lhasa Legend Tour with Extention to TsetangFrom $621
8 Days Tibet Classic Treasures Tour Via NepalFrom $1182
8 Days Tibet Inspiring Tour to Mt. Everest Base CampFrom $1106
8 Days Tibet Mt.Everest Expedition Tour to NepalFrom $1185
4 Days Lhasa Inspiring Group Tour From $402
6 Days Tibet Galaxy Group Tour From $621
8 Days Tibet Mt.Everest Camp Group Tour From $922
15 Days Tibet Ecological Adventure Group Tour From $2180

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