Tibet in Winter – Warm Weather and Less Tourists
1. Low Altitude = Warm climate
You may think that Tibet in winter is very chilly. In the contrary, it is quite warm. Since Tibet is in a low-latitude area, it gets even warmer than Beijing. The months between November and March of this year, we have seen Tibet bathed in the golden rays of the winter sun. The average daytime temperature in most of the cities and regions of Tibet is between 10 degrees centigrade and 18 degrees centigrade. It is 3 to 5 degrees centigrade higher than Beijing’s. Besides, in winter Tibet has fresher air, better visibility, and breathtaking landscape.
2. Less tourists, more comfortable journeys
Visiting Tibet during the high season can be a deceiving experience for the tourist who wants to enjoy the peaceful and quiet Tibetan atmosphere. The touristic high tide in Tibet often falls in-between May and September. In winter, the renowned tourist attractions such as the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple get much less crowded. Hence, you can enjoy a more leisurely and comfortable journey without being worried about how to get entrance tickets or struggling to make your way through the crowds.
3. Low season = low prices
Going to Tibet in winter is much more economical, for transportation, catering, accommodations, and sightseeing. Between November 2008 and April 29th of 2009, the Tibetan government will carry out a special touristic promotion for winter visitors. The entrance fee of the tourist attractions will be largely reduced and the service offered is as good as usual. Some of the attractions will even reduce their prices by fifty percent, which is the best bargain you can get for the season.
Amine Rahal is a Travel Expert working for Absolute China Tours ltd, a CNTA-approved China Travel Agency. Find more travel information about Chinese cities in our China Travel Guide. Also, you can find more travel tips about Tibet in our Tibet Travel Guide.
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