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Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region, covers an area of 544 square kilometers and is "The Land of Gods" in Tibetan language, sits on the north bank of River Lhasa, a tributary of the Yarlung Tsangbo River, at an altitude of 3,600 meters. It has a history of over 13 centuries. Lhasa is aslo famed as "the City of Sunshine" due to annually over 3,000 hours of sunshine. It is the capital of Tibet , and the center of Tibet's political, economic, cultural, religious activities, and Tibet tours. Many historic sites and famous relics are in the city proper and its suburbs, such as Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Ganden, Drepung, Sera Monasteries.
This route is appropriate for people:
who live in low altitudes and are coming to Tibet for the first time
who take children
for older travelers who might choose to go more slowly due to the altitude
people who have limited time for traveling
When your flight arrives in Tibet, you will be met by your local guide who will transfer you to Lhasa. On the way, you will enjoy the 'heart-beating' highland view along the Yarlong Tsangpo River (the longest river in Tibet). The rest of the day is free for you to relax and become more acclimatized to this altitude.
he first day of sightseeing starts from Lhasa's cardinal landmark- Potala Palace, a structure of massive portions. Its towering image is shown on all travel literature, but nothing can compare to your first sight of this incredible, amazing wonder of the world. It is absolutely awe-inspiring and you will be enchanted as you visit the rooms, halls and chapels of the palace.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Jokhang Temple which is the spiritual center of Tibet. Everyday, pilgrims from every corner of Tibet trek here from long distances to worship. The temple is the product of Han, Tibetan and Nepalese architectural techniques. Finally we will visit Barkhor Street which is the oldest street in this very traditional Tibetan city.
This day's sightseeing begins with full information and knowledge site Tibet Museum where Tibetan arts, style of house structure, history, religion, etc. are vividly shown to visitors.
Right after it, go to closely be with a Tibetan family for understanding in depth of local people's daily life where you can also by talking to the hostess. Kinds of candy and fruits are supplied to you.
Sera is one of Lhasa's two great Gelugpa monasteries, the other is Drepung. Around 5km north of central Lhasa, Sera may not be as grandiose as Drepung, but is more serene surrounded by many small temples. The 'Buddhism Scriptures Debating' in Sera is very famous.
Take a flight out of Tibet to any city where there is/are direct flight(s) to Lhasa.
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