Summer trip to Tibet

July,28 2016 BY Master Catherine Jigme 0 COMMENTS

An article published by the New York Times titled “Q&A: A Summer Trip to Tibet” to expatiate the accommodation, transportation, must-visit tourist destinations in the region as well as giving medical advice in case of altitude sickness. Following is the full text for your reference.

Q: Out of the blue, my husband asked me if I wanted to visit Tibet. It was a complete and intriguing surprise! What would be your advice? Would this summer be an ideal time to go? No doubt Lhasa would be incredible. How could we make the long trip traveling there memorable? Above all, is it safe? – Anita B. Chu, M.D., St. Louis

A: Tibet is a land of breathtaking scenic views and rich cultural history. Tourism restrictions have loosened in recent years, before planning specifics, contact a local travel agency and ask about any necessary permits. Once your paperwork is in order, you can focus on the sort of trip you'd like to have.

If you're planning a tour to Tibet in the near future, your best would be to travel sometime during the months of June, September or October (July and August constitute the rainy season). It's likely that most of your time will be spent in Lhasa, capital city of Tibet . Lhasa is easily accessible by air or train to Lhasa.

While there, head over to the Jokang Temple — the most famous Buddhist temple in Lhasa. Although the landmark dates from the seventh century, most of its original interior was restored in the mid 1980s, and priceless artifacts can be found within. Hotels are abundant in Lhasa, so you should have no trouble establishing a home base while there.

It's also smart to be prepared for the high elevation (almost 12,000 feet) of the area. Altitude sickness is common among visitors — with symptoms ranging from shortness of breath to headache and fatigue — but signs usually disappear after several days.

See how to avoid altitude sickness

About the Author - Master Catherine Jigme

With exceptional passion and outstanding leadership, Mrs. Catherine has dedicated herself to Tibet inbound tourism and China tour for 15 years. As one of the handful females who see great potential of Chinese inbound tourism, Catherine has made great contribution to promoting Tibet tourism and enhancing the employment of Tibetans and prosperity of local Tibetan community.

Over the years, she travelled overseas with Tibet Tourism Bureau many times to promote Tibet tourism. Currently, Catherine works as the marketing director of Tibet Vista, an opinion leader behind the whole team of Tibet Vista.

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