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A place with low oxygen but full of faith

Tibet | A 7-day pilgrimage journey with low oxygen but abundant faith🏔️ In this place closest to heaven, every breath is a ritual that cleanses the soul 【Itinerary】 Day 1️⃣: First experience in Lhasa · Adapt to altitude sickness at Potala Palace Square (Tip: prepare glucose in advance, do not take a bath on the first day!) · Experience Tibetan slow life by walking the Barkhor Street kora · Check in at the popular restaurant Xunshi (seasonal Tibetan dishes, about 98 RMB per person) Day 2️⃣: Deep tour of the holy city · Pilgrimage at Jokhang Temple (arrive before 8 AM to see the most devout rituals) · Tibetan costume photo shoot (recommended "Miyun Tibetan Costume" at the corner of Barkhor Street) · Sweet tea house experience (Guangming Port Qiong sweet tea 4 RMB/cup, great value) Day 3️⃣: Secret realm of Yamdrok Lake · Hang prayer flags at Gangbala Pass (the guide will help bargain) · Circle Yamdrok Lake (bargain to 5 RMB for photos with Tibetan mastiffs by the roadside!) · Pumoyongcuo Blue Ice Season (limited to January-March) Day 4️⃣: Everest Base Camp · The stunning 108 bends (motion sickness medicine is a must) · Viewpoint at Gaula Pass (five 8,000-meter snow mountains in one frame) · Everest starry sky tent (remember to rent a military coat!) Day 5️⃣: Tashilhunpo Monastery · Residence of the Panchen Lama in Shigatse (debate hall is a must-see) · Tibetan incense making experience (portable packs available as souvenirs) Day 6️⃣: Pilgrimage to Namtso Lake · Salongda at Nagela Pass · Holy Elephant Gate (reserve 3 days in advance!) · Starry sky tent on Zhaxi Peninsula Day 7️⃣: Wrap up in Lhasa · Tibet Museum (the new interactive exhibits are amazing) · Shopping at Chongsaikang Market (keep an eye out for turquoise) ✨Exclusive TIPS: 1. It’s best to get the border pass at your hometown! Getting it in Lhasa requires a 4+ hour queue 2. Always walk clockwise on the kora 3. Remember the rule: do not step on temple thresholds 4. Bring enough 1 RMB bills (for offerings) 5. U-shaped pillows are a must-have for long bus rides 🍵Foodie Guide: · Tibetan noodles with sweet tea make a perfect breakfast combo · The main store of Cuomu Liangfen always has a queue · Lhasa beer with yak meat is absolutely delicious · Check in and take photos at Adiao Milk Tea ⚠️Warnings: · Anyone claiming to help you sneak in without a ticket is a scammer! · Be cautious buying Dzi beads water, it’s tricky · Always ask permission before photographing pilgrims · Don’t go alone to the small alleys of Barkhor at night
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Posted: Jul 8, 2025
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