Top Things to do in Tibet
Top Hotels in Tibet
- 1. The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
- 2. Shangri-La Lhasa
- 3. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel
- 4. InterContinental Lhasa Paradise
- 5. Songtsam Choskyi Linka Lhasa
- 6. Tashitakge Hotel
- 7. Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace
- 8. Jinjiang Star Hotel the View, Potala Palace, Lhasa
- 9. Songtsam Rumei Lodge（Markam）
- 10. Kyichu Hotel (Jiqu Fandian)
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What to do and see in Tibet, China: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Tibet, China including Chimpu Caves (Qingpu Shandong), Guge Kingdom, Mount Kailash, Yamdrok Yumtso Lake, Phuntsoling Monastery, Drigung Til Monastery, Potala Palace, Barkhor Street, Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si), Jokhang Temple.
Restaurants in Tibet
1. Chimpu Caves (Qingpu Shandong)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By galinamf - New York City, United States
The caves are located near Samye (not near Lhasa as classified by TripAdvisor). You can visit only Chimpu nunnery which will be relatively fast, but I recommend going all the way up to the temples almost at the top of the mountain. There is no road there and you will have to walk there. Nowadays there are stairs almost all the way up and it is not very difficult (but takes time). It is best to go there early in the morning before it becomes too hot. The view from the temple on the top is amazing. Also, on the way you will see some small caves where monks and nuns meditate, and you can visit some of them.
2. Guge Kingdom
3. Mount Kailash
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 195 reviews
Gangs Rin-po-che is the Tibetan name of Mt. Kailash which is considered as a sacred place in four regions: Bon Religion, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash for the faith they believed that circumambulating Kailash by foot will bring good luck and clear the sins. The trek begins and ends at Darchen which is at 4,575m elevation.Mount Kailash trekking is one of the most challenging and sacred treks in the world. The trek is widely known as Mt. Kailash kora which is scared in four religions, Bon Religion, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. What’s more, this holy mountain is also the headstream of four famous rivers in Asia: Indus River (also called Shiquan River in China), Sutlej River (a major tributary of the Indus River), Yarlungzangpo River (also called Brahmaputra River) and Ganges River. Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash for the faith they believed that circumambulating this holy mountain by foot will bring good luck.
Reviewed By Antharyatri
Visited Mt. Kailash in July 2019 through Monterosa Treks. It was a wonderful trip. We were well taken care of by the staff. All of them were extremely helpful. Just to mention a few names Ranjan, Prakash. Food was very delicious, hot and always served with broad smiles in spite of the hard work that went behind getting the food ready in time for the guests. Big thank you to all team members of Monterosa Treks.
4. Yamdrok Yumtso Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler - Singapore, Singapore
Visited this place as part of a 7 day tour of Tibet. Loved this beautiful lake especially with the lovely weather and the beautifully dressed Yak.
5. Phuntsoling Monastery
6. Drigung Til Monastery
7. Potala Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,496 reviews
The residence of the Dalai Lama is an immense religious structure and a masterpiece of Tibetan architecture.
Reviewed By annerQ4387SP - Wiltshire, United Kingdom
This is something that can’t be missed. Even the locals take the climb slowly. For those that are not used to the altitude just take it easy and steady with lots of stops on the way up. The view from the top and the tour around the palace is well worth the effort and a must do.
8. Barkhor Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 625 reviews
Located in the heart of old Lhasa, this circular route is the oldest street in the city dating back to the foundation of the Jokhang
Reviewed By BhasinRohit - New Delhi, India
Barkhor Street has numerous shops that are a traveller's delight to shop everything ranging from warm clothes, traditional tibetan leather boots, prayer beads, prayer wheels, tibetan spices and even enjoy some good tibetan food. Pro Tip - Definitely Bargain
9. Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 322 reviews
Built in 1416, this is considered one of the largest monasteries in the world with more than 10,000 monks living inside its walls during the height of its activities.
Reviewed By 189jeffreya - Houston, United States
All of the sacred Buddhist temples and monasteries are "must see" attractions in Lhasa and throughout Tibet. Drepung is no exception! Nestled aside the mountains toward the outskirts of Lhasa, Drepung is simply magnificent (as is the Potala Palace!) and a must see attraction in order to best understand the history and evolution of Tibetan Buddhism, and the Tibetan culture and her people...the beauty, sacrifices and current struggles, Drepung must/MUST be on the itinerary when you visit Lhasa! Enjoy!
10. Jokhang Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,227 reviews
Included on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 2000 as part of the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple is in the heart of Lhasa downtown. With an area of 25,100 square meters (about six acres), it is the ultimate pilgrimage destination for Tibetan Pilgrims. As the most sacred temple in Tibet, Jokhang Temple is situated in Lhasa city and attracts many pilgrims to worship and circumambulating around. The temple was founded during King Songtsen Gampo’ reign (617-650 AD). At that time, the King built the temple to welcome his two brides, Princess Bhrikuti from Nepal and Princess Wencheng from China in Tang Dynasty. Both princesses brought statues of Jowo Sakyamuni as their dowries, therefore, Songtsen decided to build a temple to house these important statues. Together with Jokhang Temple, Ramoche Temple was built as well to place the statue brought by Princess Wencheng. Later, the statue was moved to Jokhang Temple as well for better protection.
Reviewed By catpeople25 - Malta, null
This is one of the most revered temples by Tibetan people and one can see this both inside the magnificent temple and also outside as many Tibetan people walk around clockwise around the temple praying with their prayer wheels and some even crawl around on hands and knees all round the parameter. the outside along the square is full of interesting shops too and one can easily spend days here just people watching.
