In Tibetan, Shigatse means “fertile land”. It is the second largest city in Tibet, and its popularity is second only to Lhasa🔥 Today, let’s give everyone a detailed introduction❗
⏰ Best Time to Travel?
Shigatse is suitable for tourism all year round. Even in winter, it is suitable for travel. In winter, there are fewer people, the cost-effectiveness is higher, and it is easier to see the full view of Mount Everest. In spring and autumn, the climate is dry and there is less rain, which is suitable for viewing the high mountain scenery of the Himalayas🏔. In summer, due to the rainy season, there is more precipitation💦, making it comfortable for tourists.
🚙 Transportation from Lhasa to Shigatse?
🚗 By Road: Depart from Lhasa to Qushui and travel along Provincial Road 307. The road conditions are relatively good, and there are attractions such as the sacred lake Yamdrok Lake and the Karola Glacier along the way. The total distance is about 270 kilometers, taking about 5-6 hours.
🚂 By Train: The railway from Lhasa to Shigatse has been in operation since 2014. It is an extension of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway. Trains operate twice daily, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, which is half the time of traveling by road.
☀️ Weather and Clothing in Shigatse?
🌸 Spring Weather: The average temperature is around 5°C to 10°C, with warm weather and flowers blooming. It is recommended to wear warm clothes, such as thermal wear, sweaters, and sports shoes.
🌳 Summer Weather: The average temperature is around 24°C, with comfortable weather and strong sunlight. It is recommended to wear lightweight clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and pants.
🍁 Autumn Weather: The average temperature is around 4°C to 14°C, with large temperature differences between morning and evening. It is recommended to wear light down jackets, and thicker clothing is needed when visiting Mount Everest.
❄️ Winter Weather: The average temperature is around -7°C to 13°C, and sometimes the temperature can drop to -20°C at night. It is recommended to wear thick down jackets, windproof jackets, and to wear hats, scarves, gloves, etc.
✨ Main Attractions
1⃣️ Everest Base Camp: One of the best locations to view Mount Everest. Standing at the foot of Mount Everest, you can admire the majestic beauty of the world’s highest peak up close.
2⃣️ Tashilhunpo Monastery: The traditional residence of successive Panchen Lamas. Inside the monastery is the world’s largest indoor copper statue of Maitreya Buddha, the Jampa Statue, which is worth visiting.
3⃣️ Karola Glacier: One of the three major continental glaciers in Tibet, located only a few hundred meters from the road, offering breathtaking views.
🔥 Recommended Itinerary
📍 Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa, rest at the hotel
📍 Day 2: Potala Palace—Jokhang Temple—Barkhor Street
📍 Day 3: Lhasa—Gyantse—Yamdrok Lake—Karola Glacier—Shigatse
📍 Day 4: Shigatse—Gyirong Valley—Dingjie Wetland—Rongbuk Monastery—Everest Base Camp
📍 Day 5: Everest Base Camp—Gawula Pass—Yangpachen Hot Springs Hotel
📍 Day 6: Yangpachen—Northern Tibetan Grassland—Namtso Lake—Return to Lhasa”
