The Basics
City Name: Lhasa
Where is it located?: Lhasa is in southern Tibet.
Why do people go there: The fabled city of Lhasa used to be the home of the Dali Lama. It’s the cultural center of Tibet.
How do travelers get there?: There are domestic flights from Tibet to get to Lhasa. Many travelers come overland from Nepal.
Currency: Yuan
City Code: 900, 000
Population: 1 million
Languages: Tibetan, Chinese
Tips for Visiting
Attractions: Gyantse
Accommodations: Lhasa Hostels
Tourist Office: China Tourism
Off-the-beaten-path: Mt. Everest
Health Issues: Altitude sickness, car accidents
Tips for Visiting
When to go: May through November are the best times to visit.
Common Phrases: Free Tibet!
How to get around?: Buses can get you around but are dangerous, especially with hundred thousand foot cliffs on each side of you.
Good to know: The Chinese have tight control over Tibet and tourism. You usually have to have a special permit to travel in the country.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Lhasa is the Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Lhasa travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
