The Gateway to Tibet: Visit Lhasa on Fascinating Lhasa Tours

Resting at 3,490m, the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region stands as one of the highest cities in the world. Dating back to the mid 7th century, Lhasa has served as one of the most important economical, cultural, religious, and political centers for Tibet. As such, it is home to numerous historic sites, such as Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka Palace, and Potala Palace, the former residence of the 14th Dalai Lama. Lhasa tours frequently lead visitors to these important structures as well as the Tibet Museum, which holds over 1000 Tibetan artifacts, and the narrow streets of the Barkhor district.

Trips to Lhasa and Tibet generally start through the Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA), just a 30 minute shuttle drive from the city, or the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, which offers routes from Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and other major cities. From Lhasa travelers can join Tibet tours to travel throughout the region, such as to to the other major cities of Gyantse and Shigatse, the scenic Namtso and Yamdrok Lakes, or the North Everest Base Camp.