The highlight of Shigatse is the highest mountain on earth – Mt. Everest, which attracts thousands of travelers every year and makes Shigatse a popular travel destination. Apart from natural attractions, Shigatse has many religious scenic spots as well. After all, it’s been a city for over 600 years and the domain of Panchen Lama. The famous Tashilhunpo Monastery, Phalkor Monastery, and Sakya Monastery…are all located here. It’s definitely a place where you can explore Tibetan Buddhism more deeply.
Recommended Tour Itineraries in Shigatse Prefecture
Kathmandu - Gyirong - Saga - Kailash Kora - Kathmandu
This adventure is tailor-made for pilgrims looking for a Kailash spiritual journey from Kathmandu by land.
Lhasa - Lake Namtso - Nyingtri - Tsedang – Shigatse - EBC - Gyirong – Kathmandu
Visit holy Lhasa, enjoy fascinating Nyingtri and historical Tsedang, admire Everest and cross Himalayans to Kathamandu.
Lhasa - Tsetang - Shigatse - Lhasa
Read the most splendid chapters of Tibetan history, culture and religons by visiting Lhasa, Tsedang and Shigatse.
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