What are the Elevation of Different Places in Tibet?

Tibet, as known as “the roof top of the world’ has an average elevation around 4,500 meters above sea level. It is quite common that most travelers will have kind of mountain sickness after arrival in Tibet and during the trip in Tibet. Here let Tibet local guide tourism booking gateway provide the general information about Tibet travel destination and the main tourists attractions elevation in meters and feet.

Map of Tibet in China,World

Tibet Destinations Altitude

The lowest region in Tibet is Nyingchi, while the highest area is Ngari in west Tibet, with an average elevation of 4,500 meters. We suggest travelers over 60 do not go to Ngari, as the altitude is high and facilities are very primitive.

Travelers to Tibet should spend at least 3 days at a place with relatively low altitude, such as Lhasa, for acclimatization before traveling to a higher altitude. See below for altitudes of major Tibet cities/towns and attractions.
City/TownElevation in MetersElevation in Feet
Mt. Kailash (Darchen)4,575 m15,010 ft
Lhasa City3,650 m11,975 ft
Tsetang City3,580 m11,745 ft
Gyantse County4,000 m13,123 ft
Shigatse City3,900 m12,795 ft
Tingri (Shegar) County4,300 m14,107 ft
Nagqu City4,500 m14,764 ft
Damshung County4,200 m13,780 ft
Purang County3,700 m12,139 ft
Nyingchi City3,100 m10,170 ft
Pomi County2,750 m9,022 ft
Chamdo3,200 m10,499 ft
Potala Palace3,700 m12,139 ft
Namtso Lake4,700 m15,420 ft
Mt Everest Base Camp5,200 m17,060 ft
Lake Manasarovar4,588 m15,052 ft
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