Tibet Tour – Tourist Attractions in Tibet - Mountains Monasteries Temples Lakes

Tibet is highest region in world and regarded as roof of the world. It is one of the most mystical and spiritual places on the earth. Tibet is noted for most sacred Potala Palace and Mt. Everest, world's highest peak. There are a mix of snow-covered mountain peaks, amazing lively culture, superb mountains and attractive rivers. Tourists came here to explore holy lakes, varied religious places, monasteries and palaces. Visit here for a lifetime experience with distinctive plateau snowy, mysterious religion & Tibetan people.

Places & Attractions to Visit Here:

Potala Palace: A symbol of Tibet and Home of successive Dalai Lamas. The majestic white and red building complex is an iconic picture of Tibet, known Roof of the World. This palace is noted for Buddhist sculptures, Buddha statues, murals, antiques, and religious jewelry housed within.

Jokhang Temple: It is a spiritual center for all & each tourist, coming from all over the world. A holy shrines built by Songtsen Gampo. Structure of temple is mix of Han, Tibetan, Indian and Nepalese. 

Norbulingka: Known as summer palace of Dalai Lama is biggest man made garden in Tibet. It is built in Built in 1755 in the west of Lhasa. Norbulingka means Jeweled Park in Tibetan language. Must see celebration of Shoton Festival, a traditional Tibetan fest held here.

Barkhor Street in Lhasa:  A street of traditional Tibetan buildings that encompasses Jokhang Temple.

Sera Monastery: Tourist can see monks during offering scriptures. The monks are dressed in their traditional red robes in monastery courtyard each afternoon.

Samye Monastery: Referred as the birthplace of Tibetan Buddhism. It is first Buddhist Monastery built in Tibet in 779AD. There are numerous frescos, sculptures and prayer wheels. This Gompa is located in a valley surrounded by barren mountains and sand dunes.

Namtso Lake: The highest salt water lake in world having altitude of 4700m offering picturesque view of lake & snow capped Thangula Mt range. See camps of family of nomad en-route during summer.

Mount Everest: This site is a dream destination for all travelers. Travel to Mount Everest is very tough.

Tashilhunpo Monastery: The traditional seat of Panchen Lamas built in 1447 and is located in Xigatse.

Rongbuk Monastery: Also known by name of Dzarongpu or Dzarong. It is Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Nyingma sect and is located in Shigatse. This is highest altitude monastery in world at foot of Mt Everest.

Tibet Tour – Tourist Attractions in Tibet