Situated approximately 160 miles southwest of Lhasa, Shigatse is the second largest city in the Tibet Autonomous Region and the administrative hub for the surrounding counties.
The beautiful city is surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges including the famous Mount Everest. Shigatse has been constructed in a flat area, which has allowed the city centre to be well laid out. Accommodation in the city is varied with an abundance of options available catering to all budgets.
There are countless attractions to visit whilst in Shigatse including the famous Tashihunpo Monastery, which is not only spectacular in beauty but is steeped with history and heritage. You will also find a host of guided tours available making trips through the ancient town as well as into the surrounding mountains.
Getting There & Away
Arriving to Shigatse is relatively easy with good connections by highway to the nearby capital city of Lhasa. Lhasa has an international airport with regular flights to most major cities in the region. Flights from Beijing to Lhasa leave each day and take approximately 4 hours.
Things to Do
Shigatse Attractions
- · 1 - Tashihunpo Monastery
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Was built in 1447 and is one of the city’s most attractive buildings with shiny gold roofs and stunning red walls.
Side trips from Shigatse
- · Rongbuk Monastery
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Is located in the nearby county of tingri and has beautiful traditional chinese architecture to see coupled with fantastic views of mount everest.
Events
- · Buddha Unveiling Festival
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Is a three-day festival held each year from may 14th to 16th at tashihunpo monastery.