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Don’t get why everyone’s so crazy about going to Tibet? Take a look at these top three must-see destinations in mystical Lhasa and you’re bound to catch the travel bug too. Read more>>
On April 26, BLACK YAK, the outdoor sports brand, opened its first store in Lhasa on the fourth floor of the Baiyi Department Store. The brand specialises in the sale of clothing and equipment for outdoor activities, such as mountain climbing, camping, etc. After opening its first store in Beijing in January 1991, BLACK YAK now has over 20 general agents in Chongqing, Hangzhou, Chengdu and other areas. Getting there: Take bus 24 to Yingbinguan Station See also: 3 Places to See Before You... Read more>>
A sketchy record of the ancient history of Tibet exists from around the 1st century, and relies mainly on oral history. It was during the Tubo Kingdom that historians began to make written records. According to legend, the Tibet Plateau was dotted with various tribal clans, known as the "12 small states'' or "40 small states'' in Tibetan history texts. Where these small states were located there were small towns which, through...Read more>>
Lhasa is the transportation hub of Tibet. Because of the geographical remoteness of the region, access to Lhasa used to be difficult, and was limited to infrequent air services and arduous road trips. Nowadays, travelers have more options to choose from. The easiest way to get to Lhasa is still by air. Lhasa Gonggar Airport is 97 kilometers from Lhasa City, and is about an hour and ten minutes'drive away by shuttle service or taxi. Lhasa is...Read more>>
