The highest region in the world with an average elevation of 4,900 meters, Tibet is a traveler’s paradise. The breathtaking beauty and the picturesque scenery is one of its kinds. With the beauty of Nature predominant everywhere you are sure to feel one with Nature. Tibet makes you realize how insignificant we are in front of the majestic Himalayas.
Whenever the Tibet comes into our mind, images of Buddhist Monks pops into the mind, but Tibet has much more to offer besides its rich history, culture and remarkable hospitality of its people. So what are you waiting for, pack your bags and get ready for an expedition of this Region.
The best time to visit Tibet is in the early April. This Beginning of traveling season lasts till the mid of June. Or you can also opt for late June to end of the National Holiday when various important festivals are held in the region, such as Shoton Festival, Gyantse Dawa Festival and Nagqu horse riding Festival. This is a good time to visit as well as one can see the culture of the region and be a part of their celebrations. Mountain bike tours Tibet would be a wonderful experience to the adventurous travelers in lifetime on the world highest mountain regions.
Some of the must see destinations include:
Explore the Lhasa Region: The capital city of Tibet, Lhasa is well known for its incomparable beauty. However the weather is quite cold as it is situated quite high. This place is home to the heritage of Tibet as one can check out different palaces and structures like the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Drepung Monastery.
However it is advisable to hire a guide when you plan to visit these places as the guide will be able to help you properly and keep you informed of certain taboos of the Tibetan people that cannot be broken at any cost.
Ascend the ‘Heavenly Lake’: Once you visit the lake you are sure to be struck by the beauty of nature. The crystal clear waters are alluring, inviting you to be mesmerized by the bounty of Mother Nature. Located at an altitude of nearly 5000 meters, Namtso Lake is the world’s highest salt water lake. Also be prepared to see different animals like the hares, wild yaks and some small animals besides the hundreds of migratory birds. If you are a bird watcher, then visiting this place is a must for you.
Shigatse – A shopper’s Paradise: The second biggest town in Tibet, Shigatse meaning “the estate that fulfills one’s wishes” is famous because the first Dalai Lama in 1400 founded the Tashilungpo Monastery there. A shopper’s paradise one can choose from a wide array of souvenirs that includes handicrafts inscribes with semi-precious stones, to porcelain made in China, to Tibetan daggers, including the famous yak butter. This market is located at the foot of Shigatse’s Fortress ruins.
Documents Required:
However before you go on your expedition to Tibet there are certain documents that you need to carry for your tour of the region. There are different travel companies that look after these or you can do it in your own. Besides the passport one needs a visa. It depends from where you are entering Tibet. If you are entering from China, you need a tourist visa, or a group visa, depending on whether you are traveling alone or in a group. And if you are entering via Kathmandu, you need a China Visa, even if you have your country’s visa.
