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Tibet Guide

Lhasa
City of the Sun, the political and spiritual regional capital of Tibet with its main attractions such as the huge Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Norbulingka.
Shigatse
The second largest city in Tibet featured its famous Tashilhunpo Monastery built in 1447 - the seat of Panchen Lama.
Shannan
The cradle of Tibetan Civilization, which offers a number of side trips that illustrate Tibet's early history.
Chamdo
If you like wildlife, nature and exotic Khampa culture, don't hesitate to come to Chamdo! Ancient Tea-Horse Road (South Silk Road) is another feature of Chamdo Region.
Nakchu
Nakchu's beauty lies in its lakes, mountains and grasslands. The city is the headstream of Bon, the indigenous religion of Tibet.
Ngari
It is hard to imagine what transcendent beauty is presented in Ngari, the highest point on the Qingzang (Qinghai-Tibet) Plateau, the pinnacle of the 'roof of the world'.
Nyingchi
Here is unexpectedly mild and fertile area. A considerable distribution of lakes, glaciers and waterfalls makes the region full of breathtaking examples of spectacular natural wonders.
Among the cities above, Lhasa, Shigatse, Nakchu and Nyingchi have become the major Tibetan destinations, thanks to the commencement of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway since 2006.
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Comments and Questions

What is a city in Tibet that is 5 letters long and starts with sh?

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7/3/2011 11:47:00 AM

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Asked by Madison (United States)

5 letters?
i know Shigatse and Shannan, but i don't know one with 5 letters.

7/3/2011 7:23:00 PM

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Bert

I have 4 Indian clients who wish to visit Tibet. How can we apply an entry visa to Tibet for them?

Tks so much for your kind help.

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3/2/2011 3:24:00 AM

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Asked by Phuong Nguyen (Viet Nam)

you can contack a realiable travel agency to join in a group tour to Tibet so that you can get the entry permit.
see Tibet group tour info
http://www.tibettrip.com/travel-to-tibet/tibet-tour-5.htm

3/6/2011 2:26:00 AM

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Lily

Hi, we are planning a 4 days trips from dubai to tibet or nepal, would it be ok to get a tour or some suggestion? thank you

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1/30/2011 2:47:00 AM

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Asked by noemi (United Arab Emirates)

I think so, you'd better book a tour through a travel company, since private visitors are not allowed to Tibet.

1/30/2011 8:18:00 PM

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Bobby

hy i am a european and i intend to travel with transsiberian to beijing and then with train to lhasa , what is all about not permitted to travel alone ? i mean i can't go alone with my girl to lhasa and visit the city?,how and where do i find a tour guide or something ,i have read something bit is there all very expensive, what exchange do i must have with me ? euro dollars? yeni ? i would be very pelased if someone can expain me all this i really have no idea thanks

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10/1/2010 10:01:00 AM

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Asked by emilian (Romania)

You may book a tour through this very website, and then they may prepare everything well for you. As for the exchange, you may just change your euros into RMB at the airport when you arrive in China.

10/5/2010 10:25:00 PM

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Steven

Hi.
I am vivek.I would like to ride my bicycle from Zhongdian to Lhasa. What (and how) would I need in regards to governmental forms.
Thanks

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7/9/2010 5:23:00 AM

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Asked by paulhar333 (Canada)

hi,
you may refer to this page
http://www.tibettrip.com/essential/documents.htm

7/10/2010 8:30:00 PM

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Lily

Hi. I am an American living in Shanghai. I would like to ride my bicycle from Zhongdian to Lhasa. What (and how) would I need in regards to governmental forms.
Thanks
Ken

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7/3/2010 5:23:00 AM

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Asked by Ken (China)

hi Ken,
you need a Tibet Visa and the entrance permit. for detailed information, you may refer to the following page http://www.tibettrip.com/essential/documents.htm
By the way, may i ask where Zhongdian is? Thank U!

7/3/2010 8:22:00 PM

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anna

zaczacharia@hotmail.com
hi iam in kathmadou and am trying to get to mt Kailsh in tibet.i am being told that the only way is with a tour and they are asking 2-3000 dollars.is there some other way or is there someone i can visit in kathmandu who can advise me,
many thanks

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6/13/2010 3:42:00 AM

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Asked by zac (Australia)

yes, you need to go with a tour.

6/16/2010 8:09:00 PM

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Linda

did indonesian passport have to obtain visa of tibet? any government official representative in Indonesia ? Thaks

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4/2/2010 4:58:00 AM

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Asked by andre wijaya (Indonesia)

For Indonesian passport holders, you have to apply for a China visa from the local China Embassy. If you will visit Tibet, you also have to apply for a Tibet Entry Permit through an authorized China travel agency or through Tibet Tourism Bureau directly.

4/5/2010 9:33:00 PM

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Owen

i am interesting in train ticket from Beijing to Lhasa for 14 October. Also for Permit and Alien permit. How mch it will be cost

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9/10/2009 3:00:00 PM

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Asked by alex (Ukraine)

Hi, Alex. I get that foreigners are not allowed to visit the Tibet alone. I think you need a travel agency to assist you with the tour, train ticket and Tibet Permit togather.

9/10/2009 8:02:00 PM

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Ellie

Hello,

I am currently travelling in India and would like to make my way to Chengdu through Nepal and Tibet at the beginning of March. I plan to fly to Kathmandu. Is there any connection between Kathmandu, Lhasa and Chengdu? If so, please advise on prices?
Thank you for any help?
Sinead

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2/19/2010 2:51:00 AM

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Asked by Sinead (India)