Lhasa, also known as the City of Sunlight,& the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region in China. It is located in the southeast of the region, on the north bank of the Lhasa River, a tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo River. Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world, with an average elevation of 3,700 meters above sea level. A central Tibet 8 days tour involves visiting some of the most important religious and cultural sites in the region, including
Lhasa, the Potala Palace, Jokhang temple, Barkhor market, and Sera Monasteries. Tour begins in Lhasa, where you have time to acclimatize to the high altitude before visiting the Potala Palace. This towering structure, located on a hill overlooking Lhasa, was once the residence of the Dalai Lama and is now a museum and UNESCO World Heritage site. After the Potala Palace, you could spend time exploring Jokhang temple, Barkhor market, and other local attractions in Lhasa. Next, you could visit Dadong village and Sera Monastery, which is important Gelugpa sect monastery and centers of Buddhist learning in Tibet.
Other highlights of a central Tibet tour might include a visit to Namtso Lake, one of the most sacred lakes in Tibet, and a journey across the high-altitude Tibetan plateau, with its rugged landscapes, colorful prayer flags, and stunning vistas. Central Tibet tour offers the opportunity to explore some of the most culturally and spiritually significant sites in Tibet, while also enjoying the region natural beauty and unique atmosphere.
