Traveling to Tibet, there must be many questions in your mind! Look here if you have any questions (dry goods)

1. Personnel: If you haven't been to the plateau, I suggest you go to a medical institution for a physical examination before entering the plateau.

1, not suitable for people who travel to the plateau:

About 5% of the people in the crowd are not suitable for flying or traveling on the plateau. Medical experts in the health department believe that some types of people should not travel on the plateau by passenger cars entering Tibet, especially in high-altitude areas above 3000 meters. They are:

1) Various organic heart diseases, obvious arrhythmia or hypertension above stage II, various blood diseases and cerebrovascular diseases. In principle, it is not suitable for entering the plateau.

2) People suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and moderate obstructive pulmonary diseases, such as bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, emphysema, active tuberculosis and pneumoconiosis.

3) Diabetes is out of control;

4) Those who have a bad cold and upper respiratory tract infection, whose body temperature is above 38℃ or below 38℃, but have obvious systemic and respiratory symptoms should temporarily enter the plateau until they are cured.

5) High risk pregnant women

6) Patients with severe digestive tract diseases, such as severe peptic ulcer, severe anemia or hypertension, should not close their eyes and enter the plateau.

2. Preparation before entering the plateau

1) Before entering the plateau, you can consult people who have clubs for matters needing attention, so as to know fairly well and avoid unnecessary tension.

2) Before entering the plateau, alcohol and tobacco are prohibited to prevent upper respiratory tract infection. Avoid overwork, save your strength and have a good rest. Take rhodiola, American ginseng, etc. Properly enhance the anti-hypoxia ability of the body. If there is a respiratory infection, it should be cured before entering the plateau.

3) Good psychological quality is a panacea to overcome altitude sickness. A large number of examples have proved that maintaining an open-minded and optimistic mood and building strong self-confidence can weaken the physical discomfort in the altitude sickness zone. On the other hand, anxiety, overthinking and slight discomfort will increase the oxygen consumption of brain tissue, thus aggravating physical discomfort and prolonging self-healing time.

Second, the altitude sickness matters needing attention

It varies from person to person, and it is difficult to predict before going to the plateau. Those with weak constitution may not necessarily react greatly, and those with strong constitution may not necessarily react greatly. Everyone's reaction is different, and the severity of nervous system symptoms is often closely related to my psychological state and mental mood. People who are afraid of the plateau and lack psychological preparation will react more; On the contrary, happy people react less. It is basically ok to take Gao Yuanning or Gao Yuankang one month in advance and stop taking a box for use one week before departure. Drink plenty of water at high altitude (eight-character mantra, small mouth, drink more and swallow slowly)

1. What is altitude sickness? What are the symptoms of altitude sickness?

Altitude sickness is the adaptation of the body to the pressure difference caused by altitude when a person reaches a certain altitude. When he is about 700 meters, he will have altitude sickness. Symptoms of altitude sickness generally include headache, shortness of breath, chest tightness, anorexia, low fever, dizziness and fatigue. Some people appear because of low oxygen content: purple lips and fingertips, lethargy, hyperactivity, insomnia and other different manifestations. Part of the air is dry and appears: rough skin, chapped lips, nostril bleeding or blood clots.

2. How to avoid or reduce altitude sickness?

Most people have mild or severe altitude sickness when they first arrive at the plateau. What kind of people generally have no rules to follow. The best way to avoid or reduce altitude sickness is to face it with a good attitude. Many reaction symptoms are caused by psychological effects. For example, people who are afraid of the plateau and lack the mental preparation and determination to overcome it will have more chances to have altitude sickness.

It is suggested that when you first arrive at the plateau, don't walk fast, don't run, don't do manual labor, don't overeat, so as not to increase the burden on digestive organs, don't drink and smoke, eat more foods rich in vitamins such as vegetables and fruits, drink plenty of water, keep warm and take fewer baths to avoid catching a cold and consuming physical strength. Don't take oxygen at first, try to adapt yourself, otherwise you may never be able to live without oxygen at the plateau.

3. What should I do if I have altitude sickness after I arrive in Tibet?

There are some hotels or towns with hospitals or health centers in Tibet. It is suggested to adapt to mild altitude sickness through self-regulation, and to see a doctor in severe cases. After altitude sickness, you should rest more, exercise less, insist on eating, and take some drugs to relieve altitude sickness.

Severe altitude sickness, such as edema, pulmonary edema, severe cold and other symptoms, it is recommended to go to the hospital for infusion, oxygen inhalation and other treatment, and leave the plateau as soon as possible. Lhasa is more convenient. There are flights in and out of Lhasa every day, and you can leave by plane. Generally, altitude sickness disappears without a trace as soon as it enters the plane or reaches the plain, and there is no sequelae. Because there will be pressurized oxygen supply in the cabin, there will be no high reaction!

4. Why can't I go to Tibet when I have a cold? How do you catch a cold in Tibet?

Cold patients can easily turn into other altitude sickness, especially pulmonary edema, which is a particularly dangerous altitude sickness. If not treated in time, their lives will be in danger. For cold patients, it is recommended that you cure your cold before you leave, and don't bring cold germs into Tibet.

Generally speaking, catching a cold in Tibet is not a big problem. Because you have certain adaptability and resistance at the plateau, your body has been basically adjusted and you can be treated in time. Moreover, doctors in Tibet are very experienced in treating colds. Take some cold medicine. Once you have cold symptoms, take some common cold medicine yourself. Symptoms will disappear after 1-2 days.

5. Is it convenient to take a bath in Tibet?

Cities of a certain scale in Tibet (such as Lhasa, Shigatse, Zhangmu Town, Gyangze, Zedang, Linzhi and Naqu) all have bathing places. It is suggested that the donkey friends who have just entered Tibet should not take a sauna because they can't stand it. In general, standard rooms in star-rated hotels have separate bathrooms with hot water for bathing, and many guest houses also have public baths, which regularly supply hot water and facilitate bathing. When you first arrive in Tibet, you should try to take fewer or no baths to avoid catching a cold or causing or aggravating altitude sickness due to excessive physical exertion. After a few days of arrival, it is generally no problem to take a bath after your body adapts to the plateau climate.

6. I heard that entering Tibet by plane is more reactive than entering the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau by land?

That's true. However, flying into Tibet and entering Tibet by land have their own advantages and disadvantages. When you fly to Tibet, the altitude rises from several hundred meters to more than 3,000 meters. There is no gradual adaptation process from low to high, and altitude sickness is more likely to occur. Entering Tibet by land, the altitude gradually rises, which is conducive to adapting to altitude sickness.

7. What are the accommodation conditions in Tibet?

At present, with the further development of tourism resources and the increase of tourists, the accommodation conditions in Tibet have been greatly improved. Several big cities have various levels of star-rated hotels, and all counties have at least guest houses, but the overall level of hotels and guest houses is lower than that of the mainland.

For example, Lhasa has all kinds of accommodation rooms ranging from ordinary guest houses to five stars, Shigatse, Gyangze, Zedang and Linzhi have all kinds of accommodation rooms ranging from ordinary guest houses to three stars, and Dingri, Zhangmu and Naqu have all kinds of accommodation rooms ranging from ordinary guest houses to two stars. Other remote or small places are mainly guest houses.

8. Are there many star hotels in Tibet? Are you nervous? Is it expensive?

There are many star-rated hotels in Tibet, such as Lhasa and Xigaze. There are forty or fifty star-rated hotels in Lhasa and twenty in Shigatse. Except for the golden week in May, November and August, the accommodation is very tight, and other times are no problem.

There are fewer star-rated hotels in other places, but there are relatively few tourists to travel, so there is not much "tension" in housing. Because Tibet is located in the plateau, the tourist season is obvious, and it is basically closed in the off-season, so the room rate in the peak season is relatively higher than that in the mainland, about 30% more expensive, and the room rate may double in some or some time.

9. What are the specialties of Tibet? Where can I taste it?

Ciba, butter tea, yak meat, Tibetan noodles, sweet tea and highland barley wine are all characteristics of Tibetan areas. As an in-depth self-help tourist, fragrant teahouses all over Tibet are a must-see place. There, you can taste authentic Tibetan noodles and sweet tea and feel the warm atmosphere of Tibetans, which is unmatched anywhere in the mainland.

If you want to taste Tibetan food further, you can go to Arocang restaurant next to Jokhang Temple. There are all kinds of authentic Tibetan food for you to choose from, but the price is higher, and most people are not used to it, such as air-dried beef, Ciba and so on. There is a good Tibetan restaurant on the second floor of the gate of Xiaozhao Temple, and the price is not bad. The yak meat inside is very refreshing! There is a Xue Cun banquet on the roadside of Xuexin Village, which is a high-end Tibetan restaurant, but it is expensive.

A Tibetan medicine is best purchased in state-owned pharmacies;

B beads, eye stones, turquoise and other accessories are all fake, so pay attention when buying them;

C Tibetan Dao must be mailed, not checked by air;

D When shopping in Tibet, you can bargain anytime and anywhere. As long as you are polite, the success rate is usually high.

New arrivals in Tibet are eager to buy souvenirs. We suggest that you buy souvenirs a few days before the end of the tour.

10. What's the temperature like in Tibet? Is it hot in summer? Is it very cold in winter?

As far as temperature is concerned, except for northern Tibet and no man's land in Ali, the temperature in Tibet is very suitable for human activities, especially tourism. In summer, the daytime temperature is basically below 25 degrees, and at night it is about 10 degrees.

In winter, it's about ten degrees in the daytime and a few degrees below zero at night. Our tourism activities are concentrated in the daytime, so it won't be hot in summer and it won't be too cold in winter.

1 1. What's the winter scenery like in Tibet?

Because the surface of Tibet is dominated by mountains, which are basically rocky mountains of various mineral colors, there are basically no trees except in eastern Tibet. So there is little difference between winter and summer in Tibet, and more snow-capped mountains and large glaciers can be seen in winter. Winter is the off-season for tourism in Tibet, where accommodation, coaches and other expenses are very cheap, and there are fewer tourists, so you can enjoy yourself more.

12. What are the road conditions in rainy season? Do you want to bring rain gear?

The rainy season in Tibet is mainly concentrated in June, July and August. In the rainy season, the road conditions are very bad and unpredictable. On the first day, the road may be washed away by a heavy rain at night. The next day, there may be no way out or a detour. But don't worry, there are many road maintenance workers in Tibet, and they are all helped by local garrison troops (some troops are set up to protect local road sections). Generally speaking,

As for rain gear, if you are traveling by yourself, such as hiking, mountain climbing, cycling and exploring, it is recommended to take your coat, rain pants and rain boots before you leave. If you join a tour group, you generally don't need to bring rain gear, because most of the rain in Tibet is at night, and it basically clears up in Wan Li during the day, and there is a tour bus to follow you all the way, so don't worry too much about this.

13. When is a suitable time to travel to Tibet?

The tourist season in Tibet is from May to 65438+ 10. During this period, the accommodation and shopping prices in Tibet were relatively high, but this period was also the most beautiful time among all the scenery in Tibet, and several important festivals (such as the Snowdon Festival) were also during this period.

There are few tourists in Tibet in winter, and accommodation and shopping are relatively cheap. If you like excitement, you can enter Tibet in July and August. If you like quiet solitude, it is also a good choice to enter Tibet in June+February, 5438. The sunshine in winter in Tibet is really lovely. There won't be many tourists in winter, most of them are familiar faces who live in Tibet and stay in Lhasa for the winter:)

14. How to protect your skin when traveling to Tibet?

Tibet is located on the plateau with dry weather, thin and dusty air and strong ultraviolet radiation. To protect the skin, we should do the following work. Pay attention to put on your hat when you go out, but don't wear it too tightly; If the sunscreen is cheap, you must choose the best one, the SPF 15. Apply evenly 10 minutes before going out, and it is best to add another layer every hour or two. Keeping a peaceful mind is conducive to maintaining the skin.

Try to create conditions to eat more fruits and vegetables; Be sure to wash your face before going to bed, and it is best not to wash your face after getting up. If you are in the wild for a long time without good sanitary conditions, it is best not to wash your face, so it is not easy to peel off. If you are not afraid of dirt, it will be better to apply a little ghee.

Third, the plateau driving precautions

1, it is best to drive an off-road vehicle.

Don't believe the suggestion that the roads in Tibet are well built and you can have fun while driving, unless you just want to visit Lhasa. If you want to travel by car, whether you are going to Namco or Everest Base Camp, off-road vehicles are definitely the first choice.

Many mountain roads in Tibetan areas are unpaved gravel roads. When it rains, cars are basically unable to drive, and small mudslides often occur in Tibetan areas. Although the possibility of washing away the road is very low, it is easy to block the way of the car. If you want to have fun, an off-road vehicle is definitely your best helper.

2. Calculate the time of accommodation and meals.

Tibetan areas are sparsely populated and distributed in different plains, so it is very important to calculate the daily itinerary before departure. Where to eat and where to live must be calculated in advance, otherwise you will have to sleep on the street or catch the night road if you miss the market town. On the plateau, catching the night road is a very dangerous thing, which is not only dangerous but also easy to get lost.

3. Carry spare tires and other wearing parts with the vehicle.

Spare tires are essential, and the gravel that often appears on roads in Tibetan areas and many unpaved roads will be the biggest enemy of your car tires.

4. Cars also have altitude sickness.

Don't think that only people have altitude sickness and cars also have altitude sickness. The most direct reaction is that the power is weakened, the brakes are softened, and the noise increases when accelerating. The vehicle control is not as handy as when we are in the plain, and the driver must be awake.

5. Be careful of the stones on the road

The habit of driving in Tibet is that if the car breaks down, you don't put warning signs, but put countless stones of different sizes on the front, back, left and right sides of the car, and then remove them when the car is repaired.

6, be careful of cattle and sheep

When driving in Tibetan areas, you often meet cattle and sheep crossing the road. It is the driver's "duty" to pay attention to avoiding cattle and sheep. If you accidentally bump into cattle and sheep, the consequences will be very serious.

7. Try not to drive too fast

Don't be superstitious about your driving skills, try not to drive too fast, especially when crossing the mountain pass, pay attention to controlling the speed.

8. Try not to stay alone in the car.

It is especially important for two or three cars to start together and go all the way. In Tibetan areas, the land is vast and the population is sparse. Once you get lost, you can't even see anyone, let alone ask someone for directions.

9. Learn some simple car maintenance skills.

In Tibetan areas, ordinary drivers can "fix" car failures, which not only makes us admire the level of drivers in Tibetan areas, but the high level is actually forced out. In this place where you can see a few people after driving all day, the fault is really invalid every day. It is very important to learn some simple repair skills, such as changing tires.

10, it is best for the two drivers to switch.

In Tibetan areas, once you go out, you have to stay in the car all day. For mainland drivers who are threatened by altitude sickness at any time, driving all day is very hard. Therefore, it is best for two people to drive a car, and drive in turn to ensure safety.

1 1, avoid the other car and overtake at the rear.

When crossing the mountain pass, the road is winding and dangerous, so be careful when driving. However, drivers in Tibetan areas seem to be used to these things. Even in the corner, they dare to overtake, so when crossing the corner, you must pay attention to the speed and observe the other lane and the vehicles behind. Overtaking is a common occurrence.

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Personal products

1, clothing: clothing (red and yellow is the best), down jacket, sweat-wicking underwear, fleece,

2, shoes and socks: waterproof hiking shoes, slippers, warm and comfortable socks.

3, hats, gloves, scarves, scarves

4. The higher the anti-ultraviolet ability of sunglasses, the better! The bigger the face area, the better!

5. 1 Umbrella and raincoat (rain gear, shelter when convenient)

6, sunscreen: 30 times sunscreen sunscreen black

7. Moisturizing oil, hydrating cream and lip balm (the best sunscreen)

8. Be especially clean and bring sheets or sleeping bags.

9, insulated kettle

food

1, high-energy snacks (energy bar, chocolate, beef jerky)

2. Instant food (self-heated rice)

3. Fruits (such as bananas, apples and oranges). Easy to save)

4. Seasoned food (vacuum-packed food such as Laoganma and mustard tuber)

5, functional drinks+mineral water (vitamin drinks, red bull, etc. )

Drugs (prepared according to your own situation)

Cold medicines, gastrointestinal medicines, analgesics, anti-reflective medicines (rhodiola, inosine oral liquid and oxygen-carrying tablets), glucose powder, quick-acting jiuxin pills, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medicines, band-AIDS, and vitamin effervescent tablets (reference medicines: American ginseng buccal tablets, aspirin, propranolol, Niuhuang Jiedu tablets, Ganmaoling, laryngitis pills, cough water, white flower oil, stomach medicine, gauze)

certificate

Id card, driver's license, driving license, insurance card, border card (ID card can be used in Lhasa 100 yuan/copy).

cash

In most towns in Tibetan areas, only outlets of agricultural banks or credit cooperatives can withdraw cash. In most places, credit card consumption is not supported, but it is not recommended to carry too much cash and precious jewelry.

other

Flashlight, battery, knife, compass, matches, wide adhesive tape, mosquito repellent and other unlisted personal needs.

Verb (abbreviation for verb) vehicle

1, check

Before you travel, you must go to a 4S shop or a professional garage to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the following aspects of the car.

Engine oil, glass water, brake oil, engine compartment cleaning, wiper inspection, sealing rubber strip inspection, brake system inspection, water tank fan inspection, belt inspection, vehicle-mounted tool inspection, chassis system inspection and tire inspection.

2. Automobile supplies (the following items are equipped and charged by the club according to the actual situation, and riders are advised to do it themselves.

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Towing rope, grounding wire, air pump, tire patching liquid, snow chains, common and vulnerable automobile parts; Spare oil drum; A bucket of spare water, fuel additives (many places in Tibetan areas will temporarily lack No.97 gasoline) and fuses.

3. Come on:

There are Sinopec PetroChina gas stations in most parts of Tibetan areas, and the supply of 93# gasoline is sufficient. Due to traffic conditions, there will be a temporary shortage of No.97 gasoline. Vehicles using 97 # gasoline must prepare gasoline additives or multi-channel chips to improve oil products.

It has always been clear that most oil brands on the Sichuan-Tibet line are 93 and 97, and 95% oil is rarely added. However, with the brand reform of oil products at the end of 20 16, the original 93 oil was changed to 92 oil, and 97 oil was changed to 95 oil. Tibet is also following the reform and development, and many gas stations on main roads have been replaced with 92 and 95 oil, with only a few.

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In addition, it is best to prepare more gasoline filters and fuel cleaning additives when driving. In particular, it is the key to ensure the normal running of the vehicle to strengthen the spare self-provided lubricating oil and fan belt of the radiator bracket and the upper and lower water pipes of the water tank. In addition, tourists should also pay attention to the fact that not every gas station on the Sichuan-Tibet line has No.97 gasoline, so pay attention along the way!

7. Respect local customs and be kind to others.

Finally, talk about respecting customs and habits. Many ethnic minority areas, especially the vast Tibetan areas, have unique customs and very important religious beliefs, which are even surprising, but please remember one thing:

Respect others and everything about them! Don't treat everything you see with strange eyes and behaviors!

Simply put, it is to pay attention to each other's simple customs and habits in daily behavior. For example, in Tibetan areas, we can know many customs in advance. In order to understand and respect these customs, let's briefly introduce some customs that need to be paid attention to in Tibetan areas.

Worship of sacred mountains: In Tibetan areas, there are endless snow-capped mountains, and most of them, even some humble peaks, are supreme in the hearts of local people. For example, Gangrinboqi is the first sacred mountain in Tibetan areas, and Meili is one of the thirteen sacred mountains in Tibetan areas. Every village must have its own sacred mountain near it, and so on. When dealing with these snowy mountains and sacred mountains, it is necessary to pay attention not to point at the sacred mountains, but to point out the direction with your palms up and your fingers together. Of course, so do temples, Buddha statues and prayer flags.

Manidui: In Tibetan areas, you can often see mountains of stones placed at intersections or mountain passes. There are many stones with nothing on them, but some stones are carved with exquisite Tibetan or pictures. You may be curious and even want to take one home as a collection.

But please note that this is a very bad behavior, because Mani stone and Mani heap are used by local people to pray for blessings or eliminate disasters and reduce difficulties, which is of great significance to local people. Therefore, never step on or pick up Mani stone and Mani pile.

Baita: This is also a common sight in Tibetan areas, and it can even be said to be a typical symbol of Tibetan areas. The White Pagoda has many shapes and styles, and also has many specific meanings. Generally, peace tower is near the intersection, and those near the village are praying for a bumper harvest. When you meet the White Pagoda, including the Mani pile, you should pay attention not only to point with your fingers, but also to detour clockwise (just the opposite of driving).

Temples: There are many temples in Tibetan areas, including many religious and architectural classics, but there are also many taboos when entering temples. First take off your hat, then don't talk loudly and don't wear sunglasses. Many temples are not allowed to take pictures, especially in the main hall. If you need to take pictures, you must ask the Lama's permission.

Some temples don't even allow women to enter, and some temples allow women to enter, but women are not allowed to wear revealing skirts. Please pay attention. After entering the temple, you can also touch the prayer wheel by hand, so that the prayer wheel can pass the scriptures inside to the sky, but remember to touch it clockwise.

In the main hall, in addition to many Buddha statues, there is usually one or even several high seats, presided over by living buddhas or temples. Never touch them with your hands. The correct way is to put your hands together and worship in front of your seat. If possible, you can also buy some hadas to present.

When meeting local people, friendliness and smile are the best expressions. The simple way to say hello is: put your fingers together and lift your palms up a few times, and the other person will definitely give you a smile!

In short, don't do stupid things, such as taking pictures of pigs in the snow-capped mountains, peeing in the Mani pile and so on. Must be avoided.

Absolute taboos in Tibetan areas

1) Tibetans are absolutely forbidden to eat donkeys, horses and dog meat, and some areas do not eat fish;

2) When making a toast, the guest must first dip a little wine bomb in the air with his ring finger for three times in a row to show his worship of heaven, earth and ancestors, and then take a sip, and the host will fill it in time, then take another sip and then fill it up, and even drink three mouthfuls. The fourth time, you must swallow it in one gulp;

3) When eating, do not eat, chew loudly or drink water;

4) When drinking butter tea, the host pours the tea, and the host holds it in front of him before the guests can take it.

5) It is forbidden to spit and clap your hands on others' backs;

6) When encountering religious facilities such as monasteries, manidui and stupas, you must detour from left to right;

7) Don't cross the vessel and brazier;

8) The tube and warp wheel shall not be reversed;

9) Don't touch the top of your head with your hands.

The best etiquette to meet a Lama is to put your hands together and bow your head slightly instead of shaking hands and hugging; Please avoid mentioning suffering, marriage, etc. Don't make noise or touch in the temple. If you encounter Buddhist activities, you'd better stand still or leave quietly.

Walking on Bajiao Street, you must remember to walk clockwise with the Tibetans who turn meridian, otherwise it will not only be difficult to break through the rolling crowd, but also be regarded as blasphemy by Tibetan compatriots.

Pay attention to your diet in Tibet, try to drink boiled water and eat cooked meat. It is best to buy tightly packed bottled water or drinks in urban shops, or try to boil water for disinfection before drinking.