Gyantse Attractions, Top Things to Do in Gyantse

Gyantse county is subordinate to Shigatse of the Tibet Autonomous Region. It is located in the south of Tibet, the east of Shigatse and the upper reaches of Nyang Chu River. The average altitude of Gyantse is about 4,000 meters, with a total area of 3,771 square kilometers. It is one of the famous historical and cultural cities in China, as well as a new tourist town.

Gyantse means "top of the fortress of victory" in Tibetan. The city has the title of "hero city" in history. It is one of the few places that has little influence from modern society. It attracts thousands of tourists from home and abroad with its simple and ancient charm. It is famous for its legendary history, splendid and unique culture, and stunning scenery. There are many famous attractions in Gyantse.

Pelkor Chöde Monastery is one of the must-see attractions in Tibet. It is the only monastery where the three major sects of Tibetan Buddhism gather. Yamdrok Lake is a very representative attraction in Tibet. It is one of the great three holy lakes in Tibet with stunning scenery. Gyantse Dzong is another beautiful scenery of Gyantse tourism. You can climb to the top of Gyantse Dzong to enjoy a panoramic view of Gyantse's old town.

Yamdroktso Lake

Located in Nagarzê County of Shannan, Yamdrok Lake (羊卓雍措湖) is one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet. It means "jasper lake" and "swan pond" in Tibetan.

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Pelkor Chode Monastery

The Pelkor Chode Monastery, aka Palcho Monastery, is the main monastery in Gyantse. The Pelkor Chode Monastery is a symbol of Tibet, where three sects of Tibetan Buddhism get together.

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The white glacier looks spectacular for visitors passing by.

Karola Glacier

The Karola Glacier (Kǎruòlā Bīngchuán, 卡若拉冰川), one of Tibet's three major continental glaciers, is located at the junction of Nakartse and Gyantse of Tibet, a little further away from Yamdroktso Lake. This imposing glacier is only 300m from the main highway on your way to Gyantse.

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Gyantse Dzong

Gyantze Dzong,also known as Gyantse Old Castle, is the highest building in the Gyantse Town. Different from other Buddhism sites in Tibet, Gyantse Dzong is famous for patriots.

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