Lhasa Travel Guide

• Transportation in Lhasa

  Lhasa, the capital city of the Tibet Autonomous Region, is the political, economical and cultural centre of the region. It is called "sunlight city" for its abundant sunshine. It is a transportation hub of Tibet with a well-developed transportation s...

• History of Lhasa

  Lhasa, literally means "place of the gods", and has a history stretching back more than 1,300 years. Before the 7th Century, the place was called "Womatang" and was only a grazing land administrated by a small Tibetan tribe. In BC 639 and...

• How to Get Lhasa Tibet

  Lhasa, the capital city of the Tibetan Autonomous Region, is the political, economical, cultural and transport centre of the region. It is usually the first stop of most tour group who enter Tibet. Tourists can get there by plane, train or long-distance bus. Get...

• What to pack for a Trip to Lhasa

  Tibet is on the roof of the world and most part of it is remote area. The things to pack should be in your consideration beforehand. As Tibet is on the highland with a special climate, you need to prepare suitable clothing and travelling paraphernalia.Having surve...

• Climate of Lhasa

  At an altitude of 3,650 meters, being one of the highest cities in the world, Lhasa has a highland temperate semi-arid monsoon climate with frosty winters and mild summers, yet the valley location protects the city from intense cold or heat and strong winds. With...

• Best Time to Visit Lhasa

  Climatically, the best time to visit Lhasa is from early April to late November. And for most visitors, the best time to travel Tibet is between April and October. The best months are May, June, September and October as July and August are rainy months.Generall...

• Lhasa Fact Sheet

  Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet Autonomous Region of China, which is considered to be the center of politics, economy and cultural, communication as well  as tourism. It is located in the northern bank of Kyichu River, the main tributary of Yarlung Tsangpo...

• Lhasa Travel Tips

  Foreigners can get the mandatory Tibet Travel Permit at many agencies in large Chinese cities. Be sure to buy train tickets in advance.Take altitude sickness seriously. The rule is to spend your first night no higher than 2,400 meters, and raise your sleeping eleva...