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Winter Trip to Nyingchi, Lhasa, and Shigatse: A Must-See Snowy Wonderland

Winter trip must-see! 10-day in-depth guide to Nyingchi, Lhasa, and Shigatse. Explore the snowy plateau and experience the unique Tibetan culture! -------------------- 🌟 Itinerary: Day 1-2: Fly from your departure city to Chongqing, then transfer to Nyingchi. Upon arrival, head to Suosong Village for a light hike and enjoy the sunset over Mount Namjagbarwa. Day 3: Explore Nyingchi, visit Benri Mountain and Lulang Forest, and stay overnight in Lulang Town to experience the charm of a plateau town. Day 4: Head to Basum Lake, then to Lhasa to prepare for the upcoming Lhasa tour. Day 5: Explore Lhasa city, visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor Street. Day 6: Visit Namtso Lake. If it snows heavily, visit Yangbajing and enjoy the geothermal hot springs instead. Day 7-9: Head to Shannan, visit Yumbu Lhakhang and Samye Monastery, then head to Gyantse to admire Karola Glacier and Yamdrok Lake, and finally return to Lhasa. Day 10: Depart from Lhasa and end your pleasant trip to Tibet. Fly back to your departure city. -------------------- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Potala Palace: A treasure of Tibetan architecture, with countless treasures inside, a close combination of history and art. 🌊 Namtso Lake: The lake is like a mirror, reflecting the snow-capped mountains, and feel the tranquility and mystery of the holy lake in Tibet. 🏞️ Basum Lake: A sacred lake of the Nyingma school, with a strong religious atmosphere, explore the profound heritage of Tibetan Buddhism. 🙏 Jokhang Temple: Feel the power of faith on the pilgrimage path, and the precious murals are dazzling. 🐦 Yamdrok Lake: A paradise of lakes in southern Tibet, with water birds flying and small islands dotted, the beauty of nature is in full view. -------------------- Some tips: - Photo spots📸: Basum Lake in Nyingchi, Potala Palace Square in Lhasa, and Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse are all beautiful photo spots! - Food recommendations🍽️: Don't forget to try Tibetan pork, tsampa, and barley wine to let your taste buds experience Tibetan culture. - Airport transportation🚗: After arriving at Nyingchi or Lhasa Airport, you can take a bus or taxi to the city center. - Customs🎉: Please dress appropriately when visiting temples, respect local religious beliefs, and experience authentic Tibetan culture. -------------------- 🎉Explore Nyingchi, Lhasa, and Shigatse with this guide! Like and save it, and don't get lost on your trip~
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