Nyingchi Attractions

Located in the southeast of Tibet, Nyingchi is one of the hot tourist destinations with majestic and stunning natural views. With an average altitude of less than 3000 meters, Nyingchi is crowned as "Throne of the Sun in Tibetan" or "the Last Heaven in the World". Nyingchi is always regarded as the best place for photographers because of the mild climate and the magnificent views of green mountain slopes, snow-capped peaks, and crystal-clear rivers.

The beauty of Nyingchi lies everywhere. Wandering in the valley, by the river, on the mountain, no matter where you are, Nyingchi can leave a deep impression in your mind. Here is a shortlist of Nyingchi attractions, which may help you explore this fairy tale land easily: Yarlung Tsangpo River, Namcha Barwa, Pagsum lake, Midui Glacier, Benri Mountain, Lulang Forest, etc.

Draksum-tso Lake

Draksum-tso Lake

Draksum-tso Lake, and particularly its monastery island, Tsodzong Monastery, is a photographer’s dream.

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Namcha Barwa Mountain

Namcha Barwa Mountain

Crowned as the “The most beautiful snow mountain in China”, Namcha Barwa is located in Nyingchi Prefecture, Tibet. It keeps a mysterious veil to the public due to the heavy clouds surrounding by. Seeing the face of Namcha Barwa is the ultimate dream for most travelers.

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Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon

Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon

As the longest and deepest canyon in the world, Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon is the best place for travelers to see the mysterious Namcha Barwa.

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Lulang Forest

Lulang Forest

Known as the fairyland with scenic beauties that gods live in, Nyingchi Lulang Forest is a typical plateau-mountain meadow with the high altitude about 3700 meters, 15 km long and 1 km wide.

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Midui Glacier

Midui Glacier

Midui Glacier is regarded as 1 of the 6 most beautiful glaciers in China by China National Geography Magazine. It's located about 100 kilometers east of Bomi County, Nyingchi Prefecture, Tibet. Midui Glacier is the world's lowest glacier as well as one of the three Marine glaciers in China.

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Niyang River

Niyang River

Niyang River is a major river in southwest Tibet and the longest tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley.

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Tashigang Village

Tashigang Village

In Tibet, there are many places called "Tashigang", which means "auspicious place". Tashigang Village in Lulang Town is a gorgeous tiny rural village.

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Lamaling Temple

Lamaling Temple

About 30km south of Bayi is the attractive Lamaling Temple, which was the seat of the exiled Dudjom Rinpoche.

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Shuba Ancient Fort

Shuba Ancient Fort

Shuba Ancient Fort is situated in the Gongbogyamda County, about 55 km away from the county seat. It was constructed with stones and wood in Tang Dynasty, even 300 years earlier than the worldly famous Potala Palace.

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Recommended Tour Itineraries in Nyingchi Prefecture

Lhasa - Nyingtri - Tsetang - Lhasa

9

days

$1920

Per Person

Lhasa Nyingtri Tsetang Tour

Get an up-close look at eastern Tibet and present you with the culture and natural scenery of Nyingchi and Tsedang.

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Lhasa - Tsetang - Nyingtri -Pomi - Nyingtri - Lhasa - Lake Namtso - Ali - Darchen - Mt.Kailash - Lake Manasarovar - Saga - EBC - Shigatse - Gyantse - Lhasa

29

days

$4360

Per Person

Grand Ngari Northern Route Tour

Long adventure to gain insights into views, culture and Tibetan Buddhism of the plateau including a big loop of Nagri.

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Chengdu – Kangding - Bomi – Nyingtri - Lhasa

12

days

Sichuan Tibet Hwy 4WD Tour

The classic overland trip from Chengdu covers the essence of the G318. Also discover Lhasa’s landmarks and lifestyle.

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