Things to do in Lhatse

Thanks to the aid built by Shanghai many years ago, National Highway 318 from Shanghai People's Square to the Mount Everest National Park sign is about 5,000 kilometers, so there is a monument and a small square here, as well as a festive red corridor. Many self-driving tourists always meet here as a meeting or departure place, so it is an important landmark.

Gyatso La Pass, also known as Dingri Boundary, is also a pass in the Mount Everest National Nature Reserve. Gyatso La Pass is 5,248 meters high. Above 4,000 meters above sea level, vegetation is sparse, the sky is delicate and soft, and the mountains are rough and hard.

Pingcuolin Temple is located in Pingcuolin Township, Lhaze, at an altitude of 4,100 meters. Pingcuolin Temple was built in 1615 AD and is famous for its ancient murals and gilded bronze Buddhas. The buildings are a mixture of old and new, and there are newly painted towering halls among the ruins. Unfortunately, for some unknown reason, the entire temple is empty and no one can be seen except outside the locked halls.

This time, I booked a small group tour of 8 people from Shigatse to the Mount Everest base camp, and the overall experience was excellent. The driver drove very steadily, and the schedule was reasonable. He reminded everyone along the way to be aware of altitude sickness, dress warmly, and prioritize safety, and was patient and helpful when needed. Although Mount Everest was constantly shrouded in clouds due to weather conditions, preventing us from seeing the entire peak, which was a bit of a disappointment, natural weather is uncontrollable, and the itinerary itself was fine. The vehicle was clean, and with a small group, it wasn't too crowded. The high-altitude valleys, mountain passes, and Everest Base Camp along the way were all very unique, and the driver was responsible, without rushing us or forcing us to spend money. Overall, the service exceeded my expectations, making it a safe and smooth trip to Mount Everest, and I highly recommend it.

Driver Danba Dunzhu is extremely responsible, especially punctual, and has excellent driving skills. He carefully reminds drivers of all safety precautions every time the car is restarted. He is the best driver I've encountered so far in my trip to Tibet.

[Scenery] The setting is quite beautiful, the third goddess of Mount Everest, the charm of nature lies in this, attracting everyone who has a yearning in their hearts [Fun] It is the most worthwhile trip in one's life to feel the purity of the great snow-capped mountains of nature [Value for money]

The Jonang Temple is located on the hillside of Obuqiong Mountain in Lazi County, Shigatse. It is a good place to feel the Buddhist culture and the unique charm of the building area. It is a good place to calm down, walk around and have a look. It is a good choice.

The foot of the glacier is 5,020 meters high, so climbing it really requires careful consideration. When the guide asked if we could rent oxygen tanks, I quickly raised my hand. Step by step, even with oxygen, it was difficult to climb. I felt exhausted. Then, a small lake appeared. Some people circled the lake and continued to ascend, so I gave up decisively. The movie "Red River Valley" was filmed here, making the Karola Glacier quite famous. Many travelers come here to admire the magnificent glacier and marvel at the charm of nature.

Healed by the blue of Pumo Yumco! The ultimate romance of Tibet's "plateau sapphire" If Kula Kangri is the majestic symbol of Tibet's sacred mountains, then Pumo Yumco is a gentle gem lost on the plateau. This holy lake, at an altitude of 4980 meters, with its pure, exquisite blue, fulfilled all my imaginations about Tibetan lakes 🌊 Starting from Lhasa, driving south along the provincial highway after Yamdrok Yumco, as the car rounded the last mountain bend, Pumo Yumco suddenly came into view—it wasn't just ordinary lake blue, but an icy blue infused with glacial light, a deep azure blended with the clear sky. Standing on the viewing platform, the lake resembled an endless sapphire, inlaid between snow-capped mountains and grasslands, even the wind carrying a gentle coolness. The meadows along the lake were still slightly withered, yet they provided the perfect backdrop for the lake's beauty. Strolling along the lakeshore, the pebbles underfoot occasionally chirped softly. The distant Kula Kangri snow-capped peaks were clearly visible, their reflections shimmering on the lake's surface, creating a breathtaking "snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake" scene. There were no crowds, no vendors hawking their wares; only the occasional waterbird flying by and the rustling of prayer flags in the wind. Time seemed to slow down here, even breathing felt exceptionally light. The most delightful surprise was encountering herds of livestock by the lake. Black yaks and white sheep grazed leisurely on the meadows, while wisps of smoke rose from Tibetan tents in the distance, creating a scene of pristine Tibetan life. I couldn't resist approaching and chatting with the herders. Their simple smiles and slightly broken Mandarin added a touch of warmth to the beautiful scenery. The afternoon sun shone through the clouds onto the lake, its surface shimmering and displaying various shades of blue—light, dark, and turquoise—making every snapshot a masterpiece, requiring no filter. Looking down at the lake, the water was crystal clear, revealing the pebbles at the bottom. Its purity was breathtaking.