Tibet | Winter travel offers great value for money, and this is the real Tibet

🚗Some say, 'Tibet in July and August belongs to tourists, but only in winter can you see the real Tibet.' I didn't believe it until this winter when I came to Tibet. Indeed, there are many sceneries in winter that you can't see in summer, and I now believe the statement at the beginning. Since winter travel to Tibet is such a great value, what exactly can you see in Tibet during winter? 1. The Potala Palace is a destination many people aim for when visiting Lhasa. In winter, there's no need to queue, and admission is free (200y), with reservations available the day before. Plus, you can take both the east and west routes, which is perfect for those who want to delve deeper into Tibetan culture. 2. Watching migratory birds in Lhasa has become a new highlight of Lhasa tourism in winter. If you're lucky, you can also see the black-necked crane. In Longwangtan Park, at the foot of the Potala Palace, the figures of migratory birds can be seen everywhere. 3. The air in Tibet is clean in winter, and places like Namtso and Yamdrok Lake are excellent spots for stargazing. 4. Snow-capped mountains can be seen everywhere in the Tibetan region in winter, but it doesn't feel cold when the sun is out during the day. 5. Mount Namjagbarwa in Nyingchi, known as the 'Shy Girl Peak,' is often shrouded in clouds and mist. But in winter in Tibet, there's a high chance of seeing the golden sunlight on Mount Namjagbarwa. 6. Appreciating blue ice is an essential part of 'winter travel in Tibet.' In winter, Puma Yumco, Ranwu Lake, Namtso, Yamdrok Lake, and Basum Lake offer unique scenery. The lakes freeze over, and the sunlight reflects off the bottom of the lake, creating blue ice and emerald ice, like something out of a fairy tale. 7. If you like the outdoors, you don't need to go to Alaska or Iceland to experience magnificent glaciers. The Renlongba Glacier, Laigu Glacier, Midui Glacier, and Qudenima Glacier are well worth a visit. 8. Tibet is rich in geothermal resources, with hot springs like Yangbajing, Dezhong, Riduo, Woka, and Quzika, making winter hot springs in the snow land something to look forward to. 9. If you happen to catch the Tibetan New Year, various folk festivals and cultural activities centered on the 'Tibetan New Year,' such as the Butter Lamp Festival, Fairy Festival, and Lantern Festival, are colorful and exciting. Especially this year, as the Lunar New Year and the Tibetan New Year joyfully 'meet,' visitors to Tibet can experience the New Year on the snow-covered plateau, feel the bustling atmosphere of the Tibetan people preparing for the New Year at the Lhasa Chongsaikang market, and experience Tibetan New Year customs at homestays like Deji Tibetan Home. 🚗Precautions 1. The oxygen is relatively thin in winter, so pay more attention to altitude sickness, and don't drink alcohol after arriving! 2. In winter, there are fewer people in the small cities of the Tibetan region, so if you're not familiar with the road conditions, it's best to travel with a group. 3. The outdoor attractions depend on the weather, so keep a calm attitude, as long as you are safe, that's good. 4. There's a big temperature difference, so pay attention to keeping warm and preventing cold.