[2025 Lhasa Stay] Travel Guide for Lhasa Potala Palace Jokhang Temple LanAu Chanpin Hotel (Updated Mar)

When the mountain wind sweeps over the prayer flags, the thousand-year-old Buddha statues on the cliff remain silent and mysterious. There are no noisy tourists here, only faith taking root in the crevices of the rocks - Thousand Buddha Cliffª. Historical Background Thousand Buddha Cliff is located on the north side of Yaowang Mountain, southwest of the Potala Palace. The cliff is densely covered with thousands of colorful and diverse Buddha statues, dating back to the 7th century during the reign of Songtsen Gampo. It is said that Songtsen Gampo witnessed the apparition of Avalokiteshvara and other Buddhas here, and thus ordered craftsmen to carve the statues. Over the centuries, more statues were added, forming the scale we see today. Adjacent to it is the 'Kangyur Stone Sutra Pagoda,' a marvel of Tibet. The entire Kangyur scripture is engraved on stone slabs, stacked into a pyramid-shaped pagoda. The pagoda's body is interwoven with blue, yellow, ochre, and red, creating a sacred and awe-inspiring scene as devotees circumambulate the pagoda. Tibet's Thousand Buddha Cliff | A Journey of Spiritual Awe When you visit Tibet, you must not miss the Thousand Buddha Cliff! The moment I stepped into this sacred place, I was instantly captivated by the sight before me. The colorful murals shimmer with a mysterious light under the sun, and each Buddha statue seems to tell an ancient story. Many devotees are seen praying devoutly, and the air is filled with the scent of incense, bringing an unprecedented sense of peace to the heart. The nearby yellow building is ancient and solemn, and stepping inside, one can feel the weight of history. The unique pagoda, with its layered framework, is adorned with exquisite patterns, exuding a strong Tibetan charm. Here, time seems to stand still, with only faith remaining eternal. If you yearn for purity and sanctity, the Thousand Buddha Cliff should definitely be on your list! Transportation: If you take a taxi, locate the 'Shanghai Building' in Lhasa, and there is a small road opposite it. Walk straight in, and you will reach it. Alternatively, you can walk from the Yaowang Mountain viewing platform, which takes about 20 minutes. Navigate to the 'Shanghai Building,' and there is a small road with many people opposite it. Walk for 3 minutes to reach.

It's that time of year again! 🎉🎉 February 28, 2025, is Tibetan New Year. . 👉 Tibetan New Year is the biggest festival of the year for Tibetans, equivalent to the Spring Festival for Han Chinese. Tibetans dress in their finest clothes, sew colorful prayer flags onto tree branches, make khapse, and gather to eat guthuk. You can also visit the Tibetan-style Tromzikhang Market before the New Year. 🎊 If you want to experience a different kind of New Year, act now! . 🧨 Here are some common greetings you can learn: 🔸 "Losar Sang!" (Happy New Year!) 🔸 "Xia Puda" (Cheers!) 🔸 "Tashi Delek" (Good luck!) - 🧨 What should you eat during the Spring Festival? 🔸 Khapse: Fried dough made with butter 🔸 Guthuk: Similar to dumplings, filled with charcoal, chili peppers 🌶, coins, etc. 🔸 Chema: A Tibetan platter for both worship and celebration 🔸 Barley wine: Known as Tibetan beer 🍻 🔸 Butter sculpture: Art made from edible butter

Summer is approaching, come and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tibet! Start from Lhasa and navigate directly to Zhula Township in Gongbo'gyamda County. Nyingchi is currently in the rapeseed flower season, with rapeseed flowers and barley seedlings in full bloom along the way. We kept stopping to take pictures of the rapeseed flowers in different scenes. If only the camera could transmit the scent, you could smell the wind and the fragrance of the rapeseed flowers, full of the taste of summer in Tibet. Stay overnight in Zhula Township, coinciding with the caterpillar fungus season, most people have gone up the mountains to dig for caterpillar fungus, leaving the streets empty. Currently, there is only one accommodation in the township, and the conditions are quite poor. If you plan to visit, it is recommended to stay in nearby Bahe Town, Basong Co Scenic Area, Gongbo'gyamda County, or camp directly. The natural conditions and scenery of Zhula Township are quite suitable for camping. I regret not bringing camping equipment. On the second day, depart from Zhula Township and navigate to Bunga Village. Just after setting off, you will see an open area among the mountains, a large wetland, with green as far as the eye can see. Have breakfast here, the mist on the mountain tops has not yet dissipated, and the moist air is filled with the fragrance of rapeseed flowers. Listening to the birds and the clinking sounds of the cows' bells, breakfast seems even more delicious. Continue forward to Sijang Village, and suddenly a larger wetland appears in front of you, with small streams interspersed. I feel that wetlands are more interesting than grasslands, a perfect combination of grasslands and rivers, but wetlands are easy to sink into, so they are a scenery to be admired from a distance. A viewing boardwalk has been built next to the wetland, and you can also climb up to a super high viewing platform to overlook the wetland, easily getting a drone-like view with your phone. Walk slowly, as if traveling in a painting, with the green nurtured by the Zhula River as the background, dotted with rivers, snow-capped mountains, forests, villages, cattle and sheep, waterfalls, and occasionally large patches of bright rapeseed flowers. Passing through Ganden Village, Bo Village, Ba Village, and other villages, finally reaching Bunga Village. After this, there is no signal. Continue driving to the end of the cement road to reach Bunga Monastery, which is the starting point for the hike to Haba Co.

Set foot on the land of Tibet, where snow-capped mountains stand tall and holy lakes are crystal clear. Prayer flags flutter in the wind, carrying faith. Every inch of sunlight is sacred, and every cloud holds a story. This pure land on earth is where the soul finds its home. Attraction Recommendations - Lhasa: The Potala Palace is the highest palace complex in the world, located at No. 35 Beijing Middle Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa. Jokhang Temple is a treasure of Tibetan Buddhist art, located in the center of Barkhor Street in Lhasa. Potala Palace Square is the highest city square in the world, offering panoramic views of the Potala Palace. - Nyingchi: Basum Tso is a holy lake of Tibetan Buddhism, with emerald green water, located in Cuogao Township, Gongbo'gyamda County, Nyingchi. Namcha Barwa Peak is rated as "China's Most Beautiful Mountain," and its majestic figure can be seen in the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon. Lulang Forest is picturesque, with alpine pastures and dense forests, located in Lulang Town, Bayi District, Nyingchi. - Shigatse: Mount Everest is the highest peak in the world, located in Dingri County, Shigatse. Tashilhunpo Monastery is one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug sect, located in Sangzhuzi District, Shigatse. - Ngari: Mount Kailash is known as the "Center of the World" and is a holy site for many religions. Lake Manasarovar is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, with clear blue water. Zanda Earth Forest is formed by soil-like deposits and is vast in scale. Food Recommendations - Staple Food: Tsampa is a traditional staple food of the Tibetan people, made from roasted barley flour, and can be mixed with butter tea and other ingredients. Tibetan noodles are smooth and chewy, served with rich bone broth and yak meat cubes. - Meat: Yak meat is tender and nutritious, with various cooking methods such as air-drying, braising, and stewing. Tibetan fragrant pork is delicious and firm, often roasted. - Drinks: Butter tea is made from butter, tea leaves, and salt, providing energy and hydration. Sweet tea is fragrant and sweet, similar to milk tea. Barley wine has a low alcohol content and a sweet and sour taste. Accommodation Suggestions - Lhasa: For proximity to attractions, stay near Barkhor Street, such as Dasha View Homestay. Lanou Hotel Lhasa Potala Palace Jokhang Temple on Yutuo Road offers convenient transportation, oxygen supply, breakfast, and heating. - Nyingchi: Homestays in Suosong Village offer views of Namcha Barwa Peak, such as Dakongli Homestay. Lulang Town has many unique inns and hotels with beautiful surroundings. - Shigatse: The area near Shanghai Square in the city center offers convenient transportation and dining options, with a variety of hotels to choose from. - Ngari: Shiquanhe Town is the main accommodation area, with star-rated hotels and budget inns. Notes - Altitude Sickness Prevention: Take altitude sickness medication one week in advance. Avoid strenuous exercise when first arriving in Tibet, drink plenty of water, and eat more fruits. If you experience severe altitude sickness symptoms, such as persistent headaches or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention promptly. - Weather and Clothing: Tibet has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer, bring a thick coat and thermal underwear. The UV rays are strong, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. - Documents: Bring your ID card and other valid documents. A border pass is required for visiting border areas such as Mount Everest and Ngari.

Tibet does not have a sea But it possesses the most healing blue in the world "In a place without a ceiling I felt the moments of life flowing" I collected those healing blue lakes I saw in Tibet And share with you the 'sea' in my eyes "It's the fresh water blue of Namtso" "It's the deep sapphire blue of Mapam Yumtso" "It's the sacred Nile blue of Dangre Yumtso" "It's the clear sky blue of Serling Tso" "It's the tranquil lake blue of Yamdrok Yumtso" "And it's the mysterious Capri blue of Peiku Tso" In Tibet The awe-inspiring sights seen with the naked eye are truly beyond what a camera can capture Walking through every path in Tibet Even if Ali is too far Or Naqu is too harsh Every moment is healed by the scenery And purified by these endless lakes

If you feel that too many people have gone to Qiongmugangri to see the blue ice recently, and you feel that it is a bit of a trend and you don’t want to go, but you still want to be alone and quiet to see the snow-capped mountains, then you must not miss this place, that is Yala Xiangbu. Yala Xiangbu is located in Shannan, not far from Lhasa, but most people have never heard of it. The first reason is that it is relatively unknown, and the second is that you need to hike to see its true appearance. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is a hidden secret realm. The most important thing is that you don’t need tickets. Yala Xiangbu in winter is so stunning. The entire lake appears emerald green under the sun, and the nearby Yala Xiangbu Snow Mountain is in full view. When you walk on the green lake, it seems as if the whole world is quiet. However, this place is not easily accessible by ordinary vehicles. You must drive hardcore off-road to reach the foot of the mountain, because from the Yasang Temple there is a long section of bomb craters and clothes-washing board road, so sedans or cars with low chassis should never try, otherwise it is easy to go there and not come back. Drive to the foot of the mountain and start hiking to reach the lake at the top of the mountain. It usually takes about 2 hours, and the climb is from 4,800 meters to 5,200 meters, so it still requires some physical strength. It is not recommended for some novices, as it is easy to get altitude sickness in winter and the wind on the top of the mountain is also very strong. After reaching the top of the mountain, not only is the snow-capped mountain within reach, but you can also walk to the glacier. I believe the scenery will definitely make you feel that no matter how tired you are, it is worth it. So, in this winter, are you willing to get to know this niche secret?

Located in the mysterious East, Jiegangri Sacred Mountain attracts countless tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich historical culture. Here, nature displays its most primitive charm, captivating everyone who sets foot on this land. Jiegangri Sacred Mountain is located in Tibet and is a picturesque snow-capped mountain. Its spectacular scenery draws many visitors to come and take photos. There are many videos about Jiegangri Sacred Mountain, showcasing its beautiful natural landscapes and unique charm. Some of these videos capture the feelings of tourists at the foot of the mountain, some display the majestic appearance of Jiegangri Sacred Mountain, and others share the wonderful experiences on the mountain. If you are interested in Jiegangri Sacred Mountain, you have the opportunity to visit Tibet and experience the charm of Jiegangri Sacred Mountain in person.

Manla Reservoir, also known as Simila Lake, is hailed as the 'Hidden Sacred Lake' of Tibet. Located on the route from Shigatse to Yamdrok Lake, it is named after the surrounding Simila Mountain. With its stunning water colors, it is vividly described as the emerald of Tibet. This unassuming reservoir can rival the sacred lakes of Tibet, offering a unique charm without the crowds of popular tourist spots. (No Tibet without Ali) Day 1 (Manla Reservoir) Known as the 'First Dam of Tibet,' Manla Reservoir Address: Manla Reservoir Scenic Area, Shigatse City. Watch the prayer flags fluttering in the sky~ The yearning souls sway with the high-flying prayer flags under the blue sky and white clouds.... Here, hanging prayer flags and throwing Lungta up to the viewing platform. It's quite cold, so keep warm. Manla Reservoir, with its emerald-like water, is like a green gem set in Tibet, unexpectedly beautiful and stunning.

King's Peak, also known as Prachi Qiong, is located in Tibet, China, with an altitude of 6,530 meters. It is hailed as the 'most beautiful peak in China.' Although it rarely sees tourists, it boasts magnificent scenery, with a sharp and towering mountain body that looks like it was carved by a sharp knife, resembling a giant pyramid. While Mount Kailash is often considered the main peak of the Gangdise Mountains, the actual main peak is Mount Loinbo Kangri, which stands at 7,095 meters and is located next to King's Peak, earning it the nickname 'Minister's Peak.' Prachi Qiong, the 'King' of the Gangdise Mountains, is a unique presence. It stands guard beside the highest peak, Mount Loinbo Kangri, and its perfect pyramid shape makes it particularly striking. The Gangdise Mountains on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau are home to many unique features, such as the sacred Mount Kailash, known as the 'center of the world,' and the highest peak, Mount Loinbo Kangri, which is often overshadowed by Mount Kailash. Among them, Prachi Qiong stands out as a special presence. Yesterday's satellite imagery did not bring us good news. Our planned departure at 4 a.m. was postponed to 7 a.m. due to the gloomy weather. However, as we ascended to an altitude of 5,000 meters, the sky cleared up, and the clouds dispersed, revealing the true face of Prachi Qiong. At that moment, it felt like an eternity. Traveling on the roof of the world, uncertainty is the norm, so being prepared should also be the norm.

I was fortunate to be among the first visitors to Sapu Mountain, experiencing the purest nature and culture. Sapu Mountain is located in Biru County, Nagqu Prefecture, Tibet. This hidden gem was only opened to the public this year. The pristine natural scenery and sacred atmosphere make you instantly forget the hustle and bustle of the city, as if entering a paradise.

Yala Xiangbo, also known as Yala Xiangbu, is an isolated mountain located on the northern slopes of the Himalayas. The melted ice and snow from Yala Xiangbo flow into the Yalong River, the mother river of the southern mountains, nourishing the fertile lands south of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains and giving rise to the splendid Yalong culture.

Exiting the Tibet Museum, just across the road is the Norbulingka, also known as the 'Summer Palace'. It was originally the summer residence of the Dalai Lama, built in the 1740s, and took 200 years to complete. It is a typical Tibetan classical garden and also the highest garden in the world. Currently, the garden is rated as an AAAA tourist attraction. The main palaces in Norbulingka include the Gesang Podrang, Golden Podrang, Tunzin Podrang, Xian Dian Lakang, and Dadan Mingjiu Podrang, among other buildings. Today, Norbulingka is an open garden and the largest man-made garden in Tibet, hailed as the 'Summer Palace of Lhasa'. The garden harmoniously blends old and new architecture, unified yet diverse, gathering buildings from various eras of Tibet, making it a treasure trove of Tibetan architecture. In 1988, Norbulingka was declared a national key cultural relics protection unit by the State Council. In 2001, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.

DO: Set off freely to the holy city of Lhasa from across the universe, and stay at the four-diamond luxury Lan Oushang Boutique Hotel D1: Lhasa - Samye Monastery - Qingpu Retreat - Gongga D2: Gongga - Gangbala Mountain Pass - Yamdrok Lake - Puma Yumco - Karola Glacier - Shigatse D3: Shigatse - Lazi (5000 km milestone of National Highway 318) - Gyatso La Pass - Mount Everest D4: Mount Everest - Gawula Pass (distant view of four 8000-meter peaks) - Qilin Gorge - Shigatse D5: Shigatse - Tashilhunpo Monastery - National Highway 318 - Tibetan incense handcrafting activity - Lhasa D6: Potala Palace - Tibetan-style travel photography - Barkhor Street (Tibetan New Year's feast) Experience the Tibetan New Year's Eve feast, enjoy Tibetan dance, eat 'Gutu', brew highland barley wine, and have a luxurious Tibetan-style travel photo shoot to commemorate the New Year with Tibet. Feel the charm of the ancient Tibetan culture Hang prayer flags at the mountain pass, scatter Longda, feel the devout faith, and pray for blessings for your family