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Tibet is a mysterious land. It is called the “roof of the world” and there are many beautiful stories about this old-line place. You will not feel this unique attraction until you are really standing here in the land of Tibet.

Here are some tips for your first to Tibet:
1. To get in Tibet by air is not a very good choice. The sudden transition of the altitude will possibly cause the severe altitude sickness, which is a big concern for your Lhasa travel or Tibet travel.

2. The Qinghai-Tibet train began to operate in July 2006. It took less than 48 hours to travel from Beijing to Tibet by train. The is only 389 RMB .This kind of transportation is better than the air because you can slowly adapt to Tibet’s high altitude instead of a sudden transition of the altitude Beijing Tour if you take the plane. The railways are now connected Tibet directly with Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Lanzhou and Xining. You can find more details about the train services to Tibet from our website: Travel2ChinaInfo Dot COM (Lhasa travel, Tibet travel andInfo)

3. You can bring some fruits and bread on your way to Tibet. For the first time travellers to Tibet,  the chance to get some altitude sickness is pretty big and you will not Beijing Day Tour have the appetite for regular food because of this sickness. Most people vomitted after eating meats. Fruits are very good choice in this kind of situation.

4. Some medicines(Like flu medicine, antidiarrheal, woundplast, etc) are very helpful for your Lhasa travel or Tibet travel. Some people said that the flu would cause the severe altitude sickness and kill the first time Tibet travellers. Actually it is not that terrifying to get some cold in Tibet. You need to take some flu medicine immediatly when you have a cold or fever. This will help to alleviate the altitude sickness in Tibet.

5. If you arrive at Lhasa,Tibet on the midnight, thenear the railway station is a good choice for you. Some people believe that it will consume too much oxygen if you have a shower in Tibet. This is a ridiculous theory from the travellers getting in Tibet by air. You don’t need to worry about this oxygen issue if you got here by train and your body is going to stink after the long time travel if you don’t have a shower.    The price for these motels is about 70 rmb for a two beds room with hot water.

6. If you don’t like the motels in Tibet, you can choose the Balang hostel, Jiri hostel or Xueyu. The advantage is that you can find some friends with common interests there and share the costs for the Tibet trip. Balang hostel: 70 rmb for a two beds room, 90 rmb for a three beds room, 100 rmb for a four beds room. 24 hours hot water and laundry services are available in Balang hostel.

7. It is really cold in the morning and you will need to wear a sweater or jacket. Do not take the risk because you will be in big trouble if you get a cold in Tibet.

8. To get out of Tibet by air is a smart choice. You don’t need to worry about the altitude sickness anymore and there are services available every day in Lhasa. The cost is 1200 rmb from Lhasa to Chengdu and the taxi service from the downtown of Lhasa to Lhasa Gongga airport costs 120 rmb.

Norbulingka – The Summer Palace !

Norbulingka Palace, situated in the west side of Lhasa is just around a km southwest of Potala Palace. Norbulingka meaning ‘Treasure Park’ covers an area of around 360000 sq. m. and is considered to be the biggest man made garden in Tibet. You will be amazed to know that there are more than 370 rooms inside its premises. It is called summer palace because after the 7th Lama, Dalai Lamas used to visit here during summers to hold religious and government related activities. As a part of “Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace”, UNESCO added Norbulingka in its list of world heritage sites.

The Origin of the Norbulingka Palace Garden !Beijing Tour

The area on which the palace stands today used to be a wasteland full of weeds and wild animals. The 7th Dalai Lama often visited the place and spend his time here. Seeing this the Qing magistrate ordered for a palace to be built in the garden. The construction of the palace started in the 1740s and named the garden Norbulingka. In 1751, the 7th Dalai Lama himself started the construction of his own palace called Kelsang Potrang inside Norbulingka itself. In its life span of more than 200 years, Norbulingka has seen a lot of construction on it. The 8th Dalai Lama built a lake and a group of buildings called C. Each Dalai Lama had a building built for himself and named them.

What to See and Do !Beijing Coach Tour

Norbulingka Garden is dotted with many palaces built by different Dalai Lamas who came after the 7th Dalai Lama and spend time here in the summers. Each Palace here is divided into three sections, worth to see as. The first palace that came up in Norbulingka was Kelsang Potrang, which is a perfect example of yellow hat architecture. Built by the 7th Dalai Lama, this is 3 floor building which has bedrooms, reading rooms, worship halls and a sanctuary as well. The next one built by the 8th Dalai Lama named Tyoksil Potrang is the palace that will mesmerize you the most as it is known for its architectural splendor. The garden, over the years has become a great picnic spot for the locales and an absolute gem for theaters performances and also for holding dance and music festival, especially the Sho Dun Festival. Come and join the scores of people who come here days before and set up a camp to enjoy the peak of summers, which is an absolute pleasure.

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Norbulingka garden opens for general public everyday at 9 in the morning till 12 noon. It again reopens at 3.pm and closes just an hour after at 4 in the evening. Since this is just few kilometers away from Portala Palace, reaching here is not a problem at all, as almost all public transport that goes to Potala Palace, also comes to Norbulingka. It takes one full day to cover all the palaces and gardens in this resplendent park. You can spend your entire day along with your family as the kids love its vast green lawns arrayed with colorful flowers.

Coming to Norbulingka is nothing less than a perfect excursion in the lap of nature. In this beautiful and serene environment, brimming with the fragrance of fresh flowers, dotted with magnificent historical palaces, each one of you has something to look forward to.

Lhasa City in Tibetan language means ‘Holy City’. It is the capital of Tibet which dates back to 7th century AD when King Songtsen transferred his capital from Yarlung to Lhasa. The city is located at a height of 3,500 m above sea level in the south central part of Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR). It is the center of cultural, political and religious activities inTibet. Lhasa Town is also famous for few of the most stunning creations of hand in the entire world like Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. Lhasa also serves as a home to 31 communities and is the most thrilling city that offers everything from calm corners to bustling markets that beckons tourist from around the world. Lhasa has the most challenging terrain to reach and move around when compared to other parts of China and Tibet, as it has extreme altitude location. Once you reach here, the first look of the city makes you believe that Lhasa has something different, something that makes it special.Beijing Tour

Lhasa is a city which expects you to know a lot about it before you set out to explore its magical charms. The most important is your fimilarity with its climate and environment. You will be flabbergasted to notice the difference between the day time temperature and night time temperature. The city receives amazing amount of sunshine that keeps the temperature a bit high, but as the sun sets the temperature starts to fall drastically making nights extremely cold. So it is advisable to take woolen clothes as well with you. The best activity that you indulge in might be shopping from the famous Barkhor street. You will get everything that you wish from one single street itself full of shops. Your other shopping attractions could be silver ornaments, Thangka paintings, yak wool and different kinds of handicrafts.

What to See and What to Do !Beijing Coach Tours

Lhasa city is probably the most gifted city of Tibet in terms of natural beauty, magnificent historical monuments, monasteries, and shopping bonanza. You are bound to find few of the most visually enthralling architectural structures in Tibet, not only in form of famous temples and palaces but also in Tibetan residential homes, which are quite tastefully decorated, a museum in themselves. And for tourists like you, getting spellbound amidst these picturesque surroundings is quite natural.

Potala Palace
Located in the heart of Lhasa city, Potala Palace over the time, has become a landmark for the city. The palace was build by the famous king Songtsen Gampo for his wife Princess Wencheng. This extravagant palace was once used by Dalai Lamas as winter retreat and thus is also called the Winter Palace. But now it is used as a museum to showcase precious articles of history, culture and arts. You will also find the most sacred items of Buddhist religion like amazing statues of Lord Buddha and many religious paintings. In 1994, the palace was recognized as world heritage site by UNESCO and now is on the list of Chinese national key protected cultural relics. You can visit the palace between 9.30 AM to 1 PM and from 3 PM to 6 PM.

Jokhang Temple
Jokhang Temple is one of the most visited pilgrim spots in Tibet. Located in the heart of Lhasa city, the temple is easily accessible as there are frequent bus plying to the temple from the city center. The temple houses the famous life size statue of Sakyamuni considered to be the most sacred for Tibetans, which was brought to Tibet by the two foreign wives of King Songtsen Gampo as wedding gifts. The temple is permeated with purity and if possible, stay back till night. It is the time.

Lhasa Express
Jokhang Temple is one of the most visited pilgrim spots in Tibet. Located in the heart of Lhasa city, the temple is easily accessible as there are frequent bus plying to the temple from the city center. The temple houses the famous life size statue of Sakyamuni considered to be the most sacred for Tibetans, which was brought to Tibet by the two foreign wives of King Songtsen Gampo as wedding gifts. The temple is permeated with purity and if possible, stay back till night. It is the time.

Norbulingka – A Garden Palace
Norbulingka, situated in the west side of Lhasa, is a garden full of palaces build by different Dalai Lamas as their summer abodes. The garden covers an area of around 46 acres and has 370 lavishly furnished rooms. It was here, Dalai Lamas after the 7th Dalai Lama used to hold important meets and functions. You will find this place to be an absolute treat to be with your family as this is the best picnic spot quite popular among locals. The garden is open from 9 in the morning till 12 noon and again reopens at 3 in the evening.

Bakhor Street
Bakhor Street is the oldest street of Lhasa which earlier was used as a walk around path for Jokhang temple by pilgrims. But now, this is the most bustling shopping place in entire Tibet. Bakhor street, with all its variety, quantity and quality, is a perfect mirror to the culture of Tibet. The street is dotted with ancient houses which also serve as shops. You will find all kinds of item like Buddha statues, Thangka paintings to Tibetan joss sticks, which can be an excellent gift back home. But the specialty of this street is definitely the eateries that offer all the famous and less famous, yet delicious dishes of Tibetan cuisine. Let your stomach decide how much to eat, because your heart will never let you stop. Do not forget to pay a visit to the apparel stores as they too have the uniqueness and special Tibetan look in their products.

Where To Put Up !

Although the number of star rated hotels is large but still during the peak tourist season, it is next to impossible to get a room vacant. So it is advisable that you book the accommodations in advance. The hotels here are generally located close to the city heart and that means close to all the tourist attractions of Lhasa. Few of the hotels that can be safely recommended are Lhasa Hotel, Tibet International Grand Hotel, and Shambhala Hotel. All these hotels provide you with the best possible luxuries at a very nominal rate.

How to Get There

By Air
The nearest airport to Lhasa city is the Lhasa Gonggar Airport which is around 97 km away. Ample of mini buses run between airport and the city.

By Rail
Tibet railways, having started the train service since 1st July 2006 has opened up a new opportunity for the tourist to explore the fantasies yet unseen.

By Road
From airport, the road linkage is good and regular bus service is available. To all the main cities of Tibet, you can get a bus from the bus station in the junction of Minzu road

Local Transport
Getting around in a mini bus is the best way to explore this beautiful city of Lhasa. You can even opt for a taxi or a manually powered tricycle that are there in large numbers.

Want to Know More About Lhasa City !

Lhasa is a city that has to offer something to everyone. From youngest children to great grandfathers, all have found Lhasa to be extremely fascinating. Kids will find ample of opportunity to mind their taste. Shopping of toys and colorful items can be a real fascination for the children, whereas for grown ups, there are most complicated and captivating monumental sites apart from shopping thrill. Potala Palace will definitely fall into common interest situated on a hill top. A walk up to the palace is always very adventurer as it is comparable to a mild trekking. The environment here is conducive to traveling throughout the year, though most pleasant will be during the period from June to August, when the average temperature is around 80 C. Atleast keep three full days in hand to complete a tour in Lhasa City. This is also the best place to get your currnecy exchanged for Tibetan Money. Lhasa City in Tibetan language means ‘Holy City’. It is the capital of Tibet which dates back to 7th century AD when King Songtsen transferred his capital from Yarlung to Lhasa. The city is located at a height of 3,500 m above sea level in the south central part of Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR). It is the center of cultural, political and religious activities inTibet. Lhasa Town is also famous for few of the most stunning creations of hand in the entire world like Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. Lhasa also serves as a home to 31 communities and is the most thrilling city that offers everything from calm corners to bustling markets that beckons tourist from around the world. Lhasa has the most challenging terrain to reach and move around when compared to other parts of China and Tibet, as it has extreme altitude location. Once you reach here, the first look of the city makes you believe that Lhasa has something different, something that makes it special.Beijing Tour

Lhasa is a city which expects you to know a lot about it before you set out to explore its magical charms. The most important is your fimilarity with its climate and environment. You will be flabbergasted to notice the difference between the day time temperature and night time temperature. The city receives amazing amount of sunshine that keeps the temperature a bit high, but as the sun sets the temperature starts to fall drastically making nights extremely cold. So it is advisable to take woolen clothes as well with you. The best activity that you indulge in might be shopping from the famous Barkhor street. You will get everything that you wish from one single street itself full of shops. Your other shopping attractions could be silver ornaments, Thangka paintings, yak wool and different kinds of handicrafts.

What to See and What to Do !Beijing Coach Tours

Lhasa city is probably the most gifted city of Tibet in terms of natural beauty, magnificent historical monuments, monasteries, and shopping bonanza. You are bound to find few of the most visually enthralling architectural structures in Tibet, not only in form of famous temples and palaces but also in Tibetan residential homes, which are quite tastefully decorated, a museum in themselves. And for tourists like you, getting spellbound amidst these picturesque surroundings is quite natural.

Potala Palace
Located in the heart of Lhasa city, Potala Palace over the time, has become a landmark for the city. The palace was build by the famous king Songtsen Gampo for his wife Princess Wencheng. This extravagant palace was once used by Dalai Lamas as winter retreat and thus is also called the Winter Palace. But now it is used as a museum to showcase precious articles of history, culture and arts. You will also find the most sacred items of Buddhist religion like amazing statues of Lord Buddha and many religious paintings. In 1994, the palace was recognized as world heritage site by UNESCO and now is on the list of Chinese national key protected cultural relics. You can visit the palace between 9.30 AM to 1 PM and from 3 PM to 6 PM.

Jokhang Temple
Jokhang Temple is one of the most visited pilgrim spots in Tibet. Located in the heart of Lhasa city, the temple is easily accessible as there are frequent bus plying to the temple from the city center. The temple houses the famous life size statue of Sakyamuni considered to be the most sacred for Tibetans, which was brought to Tibet by the two foreign wives of King Songtsen Gampo as wedding gifts. The temple is permeated with purity and if possible, stay back till night. It is the time.

Lhasa Express
Jokhang Temple is one of the most visited pilgrim spots in Tibet. Located in the heart of Lhasa city, the temple is easily accessible as there are frequent bus plying to the temple from the city center. The temple houses the famous life size statue of Sakyamuni considered to be the most sacred for Tibetans, which was brought to Tibet by the two foreign wives of King Songtsen Gampo as wedding gifts. The temple is permeated with purity and if possible, stay back till night. It is the time.

Norbulingka – A Garden Palace
Norbulingka, situated in the west side of Lhasa, is a garden full of palaces build by different Dalai Lamas as their summer abodes. The garden covers an area of around 46 acres and has 370 lavishly furnished rooms. It was here, Dalai Lamas after the 7th Dalai Lama used to hold important meets and functions. You will find this place to be an absolute treat to be with your family as this is the best picnic spot quite popular among locals. The garden is open from 9 in the morning till 12 noon and again reopens at 3 in the evening.

Bakhor Street
Bakhor Street is the oldest street of Lhasa which earlier was used as a walk around path for Jokhang temple by pilgrims. But now, this is the most bustling shopping place in entire Tibet. Bakhor street, with all its variety, quantity and quality, is a perfect mirror to the culture of Tibet. The street is dotted with ancient houses which also serve as shops. You will find all kinds of item like Buddha statues, Thangka paintings to Tibetan joss sticks, which can be an excellent gift back home. But the specialty of this street is definitely the eateries that offer all the famous and less famous, yet delicious dishes of Tibetan cuisine. Let your stomach decide how much to eat, because your heart will never let you stop. Do not forget to pay a visit to the apparel stores as they too have the uniqueness and special Tibetan look in their products.

Where To Put Up !

Although the number of star rated hotels is large but still during the peak tourist season, it is next to impossible to get a room vacant. So it is advisable that you book the accommodations in advance. The hotels here are generally located close to the city heart and that means close to all the tourist attractions of Lhasa. Few of the hotels that can be safely recommended are Lhasa Hotel, Tibet International Grand Hotel, and Shambhala Hotel. All these hotels provide you with the best possible luxuries at a very nominal rate.

How to Get There

By Air
The nearest airport to Lhasa city is the Lhasa Gonggar Airport which is around 97 km away. Ample of mini buses run between airport and the city.

By Rail
Tibet railways, having started the train service since 1st July 2006 has opened up a new opportunity for the tourist to explore the fantasies yet unseen.

By Road
From airport, the road linkage is good and regular bus service is available. To all the main cities of Tibet, you can get a bus from the bus station in the junction of Minzu road

Local Transport
Getting around in a mini bus is the best way to explore this beautiful city of Lhasa. You can even opt for a taxi or a manually powered tricycle that are there in large numbers.

Want to Know More About Lhasa City !

Lhasa is a city that has to offer something to everyone. From youngest children to great grandfathers, all have found Lhasa to be extremely fascinating. Kids will find ample of opportunity to mind their taste. Shopping of toys and colorful items can be a real fascination for the children, whereas for grown ups, there are most complicated and captivating monumental sites apart from shopping thrill. Potala Palace will definitely fall into common interest situated on a hill top. A walk up to the palace is always very adventurer as it is comparable to a mild trekking. The environment here is conducive to traveling throughout the year, though most pleasant will be during the period from June to August, when the average temperature is around 80 C. Atleast keep three full days in hand to complete a tour in Lhasa City. This is also the best place to get your currnecy exchanged for Tibetan Money.

  Tibet has the richness and the depth of its traditions that is deep rooted in its cultural heritage. The wisdom, the knowledge about life, compassion, tolerance and peace of mind, all contribute in making the culture of Tibet. The simplicity of life, the spirituality of minds and rich customs and traditions give a strong hold to this alpine region which is entirely bedecked with its holy charisma. Comes and experience this magical world of culture.

Which Are The Famous Dances of Tibet !

The most stunning part of Tibetan culture is its performing arts. Beijing Tour Every Tibetan can sing and dance. Be it music, dance or drama, they all have been unimaginably impervious to western influence. They purely reflect the cultural heritage of trans-Himalayan region. Unlike other countries, the music and dance here is not mainly for entertainment, but most of the songs here are religious, reverberating the influence of Buddhism on Tibetan culture. Listen to the songs carefully, you will notice the singing style of Tibetan’s is quite peculiar; the songs are sung from throat in a different way that makes the sound echo in the valleys and can be heard even from long distances. They consider this as another medium of spreading their beliefs and religion as far as possible.

But dances definitely have an entertainment edge as well to them. They are generally performed during various festivals or any personal celebrations. Dances like Guoxie, Duixie (Tibetan Tap dance) and Quamo dance make the prominent part of every cultural event in Tibet.

Does Religion Play an Important Role in Defining Tibetan Culture !

Culture of every country is hugely driven by the religion that is followed by the people of that country, and it is no different in Tibet either. Impact of Buddhism, which is the most widely practiced religion, can be seen on almost every thing you set your eyes on, even on the attractive key chain that you buy from the smallest of street shops have a depiction of Buddhism in some form or the other. People of Tibet take their religion, beliefs and values very seriously. In the past, every family was expected to send at least one boy to monastery which were religious centers imparting education. Even though the economic stability of Tibetans has increased many folds but still many people go to these monasteries for their studies.

What Do Art of Tibet Symbolize !

Art is probably the most visible form of religion in Tibet. The Paintings and craft works are deeply religious in nature. They are inspired by almost all religious beliefs, Mahayana Buddhist, Tantric influence, Bon influence, all have their say in the paintings of Tibet. Find the most amazing pieces of art works in the form of Thangka paintings, Wood prints and cliff paintings. You can buy them from any general store or from an art gallery. Whenever you pass by a big rock, look around it, you might just find the most intricate and beautiful piece of cliff painting on it, and it might be the oldest one as well, as the cliff paintings in Tibet is said to be ongoing from pre historic times.

Need to Know More About Tibetan Culture !

Culture of Tibet which is completely dedicated to Buddhism is arguably the most particular and convoluted of all that have evolved with time and made their presence felt. Everyone in your family can have a taste of the Tibetan culture during the many live performance shows that you can catch anywhere, on streets or in open fields. It’s a good exposure for the youngsters to know about a different culture and tradition that will generate awareness and sense of tolerance towards other’s religion. These shows equally fascinate the young and elderly people as they are full of life, colours and vivacity. For a more professional show, check out the timings of the shows from the tourism department. Most of the shows, by professional troops are held during festivals and fairs.Beijing Coach Tour

Sagya Sect : Sagya means “white land” in the Tibetan language. The Sagya Sect, founded in 1703, derived its name from the fact that the Sagya Monastery, the sect’s most important monastery, is grayish white in color. Enclosures in the sect’s monasteries are painted with red, white and black stripes, which respectively symbolize the Wisdom Buddha, the Goddess of Mercy and the Diamond Hand Buddha. Hence, the sect is also known as the Stripe Sect. The ever increasing influence of the sect and the expansion of feudal forces throughout its formation led to the increasing fame of the “five Sagya Sect Forefathers”. The Fourth Forefather Sapan Gonggar Gyaincain was summoned to Liangzhou in 1247 by the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) ruler to dialup matters concerning Tibet pledging allegiance to the Yuan Dynasty. This was followed by Sapan bringing various feudal forces in Tibet under control of the Mongols. Following the death of Sapan, Pagan, the Fifth Forefather of the Sagya Sect, emerged as a high-ranking official in the Yuan court. Pagba Beijing Tour Was granted honorary titles such as “State Tutor”, ”Imperial Tutor” and ”Great Treasure Prince of Dharma.” Thereafter, the Sagya Sect emerged as the Yuan Dynasty representative in Tibet. During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) , Gonggar Zhaxi, an eminent monk with the Sagya Sect, journeyed to Nanjing, capital of the Ming Dynasty, to pay homage to Emperor Yongle. Gongar was granted an honorary title as the “Mahayana Prince of Dharma”, one of the three Princes of Dharma.

Gagyu Sect : The Gagyu Sect, founded in the 11th century, stresses the study of Tantrism and advocates that Tantrist tenets be passed down orally from one generation to another. Hence the name Gagyu, which in the Tibetan language means “passing down orally.” Marba and Milha Riba, the founders of the Gagyu Sect, wore white monk robes when practicing Buddhism , leading to the name White Sect. In the early years, the White Sect was divided into the Xangba Gagyu which declined in the 14th and to 15th centuries, and the Tabo Gagyu. The Tabo Gagyu was powerful and its branch sects were either in power in their respective localities or otherwise dominant amongst feudal forces.

Gelug Sect : The Gelug Sect, founded in 1409, was the most famous Buddhist sect Beijing Coach Tour in Tibetan history dating to the 15th century. The sect was founded during the reform of Tibetan Buddhism initiated by Zongkapa. Zongkapa himself was born at a time when the Pagmo Zhuba replaced the Sagya Regime in power. At that time, upper-class monks involved in political and economic power struggle led a decadent life, and rapidly lost popularity with society. Faced with this situation, Zongkapa called for efforts to follow Buddhist tenets. He proceeded to undertake lecture tours in many areas and wrote books accusing decadent monks of failing to abide by Buddhist tenets. Zongkapa spared no effort to press ahead with Buddhist reform. For example, in the first month of 1409 according to Tibetan calendar, Zongkapa initiated the Grand Summons Ceremony in Lhasa’s Jokhang Monastery. The ceremony remains in practice even today. This effort was closely followed by the construction of the famous Gandain Monastery and the founding of the Gelug Sect which was famous for its strict adherence to commandments. The Tibetan language meaning of Gelug is “commandments”. Zongkapa and his followers wore yellow hats, and thus the Gelug Sect is also known as the Yellow Sect. Since its founding, the Yellow Sect has built the Zhaibung, Sera, Tashilhungpo, Tar and Labrang monasteries, which join the Gandain Monastery as the six major monasteries of the Gelug Sect. The Yellow Sect is also known for formation of the two largest Living Buddha reincarnation systems – the Dalai and Bainqen systems.