Located in the southern region of the Himalayas in Tibet, Zhangmu is a busy port town which has beautiful scenery and acts as a business hub for the surrounding area.
The surrounding landscape and terrain of Zhangmu is picturesque with dramatic mountains, flowing rivers, blooming flowers and open grasslands. With an altitude of 7,546 feet, the city experiences a subtropical climate that is mild and humid for half the year coupled with dry and cold winters.
There are endless adventure activities to enjoy in Zhangmu including mountain climbing, cycling and river rafting. Numerous local guides are available to take you on exciting mountain treks and hikes varying in difficulty. In the middle of town there are countless shops, restaurants and hotels as well as the nightly bazaar, which attracts large crowds of locals and tourists.
Getting There & Away
Reaching Zhangmu can be difficult with no scheduled buses running to the town from neighboring cities. You will need to either hire a car and self-drive or hire a private taxi, which can be easily organized from any hotel front desk or travel agency. The Tibetan capital of Lhasa has an airport with flights to various cities in the region, with flight times to Beijing approximately 4 hours.
Things to Do
Zhangmu Attractions
- · Zhangmu Bazaar
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Is located in the center of town and is popular with both tourists and locals alike who come to buy produce, handicrafts and souvenirs.
Side trips from Zhangmu
- · Tingri
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Is a small town about 112 miles from zhangmu offering some spectacular natural scenery and is often used as a base camp for climbers preparing to ascend mount everest.