Must-see attractions in Tibet's tourism strategy

Tourist attractions in Tibet include Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Namtso, Mount Everest and Basongcuo.

Potala Palace 1

Potala Palace is one of the landmark scenic spots in Tibet, located on the Red Mountain in the northwest of Lhasa. Built in the 7th century, this magnificent palace is one of the holy places of Tibetan Buddhism and the political and cultural center of Tibet. Visitors can enjoy the palaces with unique architectural styles and the profound Tibetan Buddhist culture. Photography is forbidden in Potala Palace, and visitors should pay attention to the protection of cultural relics.

2. Jokhang Temple

Jokhang Temple is a famous Tibetan Buddhist temple, located in the center of the old city of Lhasa, which was founded in the Tang Dynasty. Incense is flourishing here, which is the center of Tibetan Buddhism and an important place for tourists to experience Tibetan culture. Visitors can visit the magnificent halls and resplendent Buddha statues and feel the mysterious atmosphere of Tibetan Buddhism. There are many specialty shops and restaurants around Jokhang Temple, which is a good place for tourists to experience life in Lhasa.

3. Namtso

Located in central Xizang Autonomous Region, Namtso is one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet and the highest salt lake in the world. The lake is clear, mirror-like, and picturesque with the surrounding peaks. Visitors can enjoy the magnificent lakes and mountains by the lake, or visit the Zhaxi Peninsula in the lake and feel the mysterious natural scenery. The starry sky and sunrise in Namtso are also worth seeing, but we should prepare for camping in advance.

4. Mount Everest

Mount Qomolangma is the highest mountain in the world, located on the border between China and Nepal, and it is a paradise for climbers. From Lhasa, tourists can choose to take a tourist bus or rent a car to the Everest base camp. You can enjoy the beautiful snow-capped mountains and Tibetan villages along the way. At the base camp, visitors can watch the magnificent scenery of Mount Everest at close range, or join the mountaineering team to challenge the limit.

5. Basongcuo

Located in Linzhi, Tibet, Basongcuo is a beautiful glacial lake, which is known as "fairyland on earth". Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the lake is clear and green, and there is an island in the lake where tourists can take a boat trip. In addition, there are many interesting outdoor activities in Basongcuo, such as hiking, rafting and horseback riding. , so that visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery and feel the rich natural atmosphere.

Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Basongcuo