Potala Palace
The iconic hilltop palace and UNESCO symbol of Tibet.
Tibet, the 'Roof of the World', is a high-plateau land of Buddhist monasteries, turquoise lakes, and the Himalayas. Lhasa, at 3,650 m, is its spiritual heart.
The iconic hilltop palace and UNESCO symbol of Tibet.
Tibet's holiest temple on Barkhor Square.
A sacred turquoise lake ringed by mountains.
Famous for afternoon monk debates.
A high-altitude camp beneath Mt. Everest.
A vast holy lake at about 4,700 m (summer only).
May–October is the open season — warmest with clear roads. Winter is harsh and some passes close. August has festivals but crowds; May–June and September–October are ideal.
Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) has flights from Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing, and Shanghai. The Qinghai–Tibet railway from Xining/Chengdu is scenic. A Tibet Travel Permit is required for foreign tourists — arrange via a licensed agency.
Yes — a Tibet Travel Permit is mandatory, arranged by your tour operator; independent travel is not permitted.
Fly into Lhasa and rest 1–2 days; hydrate, avoid alcohol, and ascend gradually.
Typically April–October; winter closures are possible due to snow.
Deeply — dress modestly, walk clockwise around shrines, and ask before photographing pilgrims.
4–5 days for Lhasa + Yamdrok; 7–9 for Lhasa–Shigatse–EBC.
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