
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Top Elevation | 8,848.86 m (Everest North Base) |
Main Gateway | Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) |
Best Season | May – October |
Tours Available | 0+ Handcrafted Packages |
Capital | Lhasa |
Major Hubs | Shigatse, Gyantse, Rongbuk (Everest North Base) |
Government | Autonomous Region of China (TAR) |
Religion | Tibetan Buddhism 90%, Bon & Islam 10% |
Population | ~3.65 Million |
A land of profound spiritual devotion and vast, high-altitude skies. Discover Lhasa's Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, turquoise alpine lakes, and the colossal North Face of Mount Everest.
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