1. Do I need to exercise before going to Tibet?
The most feared thing in Tibet is plateau reaction, so everyone will think of exercising before going to Tibet. In fact, the plateau reaction and physical strength are not necessarily related to the body's ability to adapt and regulate, there is no need to deliberately exercise.
If you are not sure, you can start taking rhodiola rosea half a month before you go to Tibet, or do aerobic exercise a month or two in advance. But a week before departure, pay attention to rest, maintain good sleep, do not have too much psychological pressure.
2. Who is not suitable to come to Tibet?
The Tibetan Plateau is a relatively harsh environment, which has requirements for one's health. In general, most people have no problem traveling to Tibet, except for those who suffer from serious diseases, such as the following categories of people:
1. Those who suffer from heart disease, blood disease, cerebrovascular disease;
2. Those who suffer from various respiratory diseases;
3. Those who suffer from epilepsy, schizophrenia, and uncontrolled diabetes;
4. Those who have had plateau reactions, such as plateau oedema, diabetes, and other diseases. people, such as plateau edema, plateau edema, plateau heart disease.
5. High-risk pregnant women;
6. Suffering from severe cold, fever or respiratory tract infection.
3. What are the symptoms of plateau reaction?
The symptoms of altitude sickness can be mild or severe, depending on one's physical condition. Mild symptoms include headache, tinnitus, asthma, generalized weakness and insomnia, which will disappear once the body gets used to it. In severe cases, vomiting, nausea, purple color, diarrhea and other symptoms can occur. It is best to take medicine or consult a doctor for treatment in this case to avoid serious consequences.
4. How to prevent plateau reaction? How can I relieve myself from the effects of altitude sickness?
There are many medications that can prevent altitude sickness. Sometimes even after taking preventive medicine, plateau reaction is still unavoidable. How can I relieve it and minimize the pain? Medications to relieve hyperreflexia include Xiyangshen, inosine tablets or chicken liver oral solution, and Takayasu; if you have a headache, you should take a pain reliever called Benadryl. Glucose can also relieve altitude sickness to some extent.
5. It is best not to go to Tibet if you have a cold.
Why can't you go to Tibet when you have a cold? When you catch a cold, your lungs and airways become inflamed. At this time your body resistance is poor, and the plateau is dry with lack of oxygen, the cold will be easy to aggravate, and the common cold will turn into pneumonia, pulmonary edema or bronchitis. People don't want to suffer the consequences. If you have a cold, cure it before you start.
6. When is the best time to go to Tibet?
In a year, May to October is the best season in Tibet, warm and comfortable but not hot. But this is also the peak season for Tibet tourism. There are a lot of tourists, and the related industries are on the rise, and your tourist spending expenses are high. from November to April, it's cold, but sunny and warm during the day. There are very few tourists during this time, and all you see is the authentic Tibetan atmosphere.
7. Where do I need a border license in Tibet?
While many Tibetan donkeys are keen to go, not all places can be visited casually, and some places need border guards to go.
The following areas require a border guard permit to enter:
Rikaze area: Zhongba County, Saga County, Nyalamu County, Tingri County, Kangma County, Yadong County, Gamba County, Dingjie County, Jilong County;
Mountainous areas: Qunar County, Zilong County, Luozha County, Langkazi County;
Linzhi area: Miling County, Lang County, Tsatsumi County, Mutuo County;
Ali: Pulan County, Zada County, Ritu County, Gail County;
If you have a valid passport and apply for a visa to leave the country, you can show your passport at some places and do not need a border guard certificate. Please consult the Tibet Border Guard General Bureau for specific locations.
8. How to apply for Tibet Border Guard Certificate?
There are two places where you can apply for a border guard certificate, one is at the Public Security Bureau where your household registration is located, and the other is at the General Border Guard in Lhasa. It is more convenient to apply at the Public Security Bureau where your household registration is located. It is usually free of charge, and some places will charge a few dollars for the work. You can apply for a border guard certificate in Lhasa, Shigatse and Linzhi, but the procedure is more troublesome. It will take more time and effort if you apply by yourself. It is better to find a local travel agency to commission, usually one hundred dollars a piece, valid for one month.
9. What do I need to pay attention to when I first arrive in Tibet?
First time in Tibet, it is best not to rush to other places to play. It is best to take a break and take a trip around the city to acclimatize yourself to the plateau environment. Generally speaking, it is recommended not to take a shower on the day of arrival and go to bed early. The plateau is dry, and many people come to Tibet prone to nosebleeds. You can ask your doctor to prescribe some ointment to lubricate your nose. Also, drink plenty of water and eat light food first.
10. How is the climate in Tibet in summer? What should I wear?
Compared with other tourist cities in the mainland, summer in Tibet is relatively refreshing. The temperature is basically around 25 degrees during the day and drops to around 10 degrees at night. The temperature difference is a bit big. It is best to wear long pants and long sleeves during the day and pay attention to sun protection. Just add a jacket at night. August is the two seasons of Tibet's rainfall concentration, but basically the day is sunny, the night is rainy. But it's best to carry rain gear in your bag just in case.
11. The sun is very strong in Tibet. How do you protect yourself from the sun?
The Tibetan Plateau is drier, with less water vapor, fewer clouds, and less UV reflection, so more UV rays reach the ground. When traveling outdoors in Tibet, pay attention to sun protection. In addition to wearing fall pants, sun hats, sunglasses and masks, add sunscreen with a high sun protection index to your skin. Drink more water. Water loss is more serious in plateau activities.
12. How is the cell phone signal in Tibet?
In most parts of Tibet, cell phone signals are now basically covered, and you don't have to worry about them in urban areas. Combining all kinds of information, the mobile signal is better. If it's a remote place, there may be no signal in some places. If you want to go, be prepared.
13. Which bank in Tibet is more convenient to withdraw money and which bank card is better?
In the whole Tibetan area, the Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) and the Postal Bank of China (PBC) are the most convenient. In Lhasa, besides these two, there are Bank of China and China Construction Bank. These banks have more outlets, and ICBC also has them, but only four at present.
14. Is it difficult to buy train tickets to and from Tibet?
Train tickets to Tibet are difficult to buy all year round, especially from May to October, the peak tourist season in Tibet. It is especially hard to buy. It is best to book tickets ten days in advance.
15.What are the snacks in Tibet?
Tibetan snacks are very flavorful and unique. There are Tibetan noodles, Tibetan dumplings, Tibetan buns, sweet tea, ghee tea, cold noodles, cold noodles, French fries, yak yogurt, beef cake, milk dregs, yogurt ice cream.
16. Are ghee tea and sweet tea good?
Ghee tea and sweet tea are both local daily drinks. Sweet tea should be acceptable to everyone, but ghee tea will have a fishy flavor and some people may find it hard to swallow. But drinking ghee tea can alleviate the plateau reaction to some extent, and it's not a bad idea to try it for this reason.
7. Where can I get Nepalese food in Lhasa?
In Lhasa, many restaurants serve Nepali food, the famous ones are Snowland Restaurant, New Manchurian Group, Lhasa Kitchen, Gonla Meadow and Maggie Amie. Nasser's Restaurant is a Nepalese restaurant with authentic Nepalese food on the second floor of Lhasa Cinema.
18. Are there many bars in Lhasa? What's the atmosphere like?
There are a lot of bars in Lhasa, most of them are concentrated in Beijing Middle Road and near the Da Zhao Temple. Nowadays, there are a lot of bars on Sun Island and Xianfu Island, and some youth hostels also have small bars. These bars have a very good atmosphere, the more famous "short house" and "year". These bars will invite some singers to perform, but the time is not long, usually only about an hour. Of course, there are also tourists who play and sing on their own. It's nice to show off if you're talented.
19. Where is Maggie Amie? Is it expensive?
Ami is on Barkhor Street. It's decorated in yellow and very eye-catching. Anyone you ask can show you the way. Amy is more famous among tourists and is a more petite place, so it's more expensive. It's got a nice atmosphere and average food, but it's still a good experience.
20. Is it easy to get online in Lhasa? Is there an internet cafe?
In Lhasa, hotels and guesthouses have wireless Internet access, and many youth hostels also have wireless Internet access (but it's best to inquire in advance). Some bars and restaurants also offer wireless internet access. There are also many Internet cafes in Lhasa now. The charges were very expensive in the first few years, but now the charges are about the same as in the mainland, and the Internet speed can be 3-4 yuan/hour.
21. Can I use coins in Tibet?
In Tibet, coins do not circulate, and you can only use banknotes.
22. How are the prices in Tibet?
Prices in Tibet are more or less the same as in the north. Mainly because of Tibet's special environment, a lot of materials need to be imported from the mainland, so prices will be much more expensive, as will food and consumption. In particular, some relatively scarce items, such as fruits, are more expensive than those on the mainland.
23. Is Tibet safe? Is the public **** order good?
Tibet is very safe, public order is very good, don't worry. Especially in Lhasa, troops and soldiers are basically stationed at the intersections and there are many police stations on the road. Even if you come out in the middle of the night, there is no problem.
24. Where can I buy Nepalese clothes and jewelry in Lhasa?
While there are many people who want to go to Nepal, not everyone can go there. But even if you don't go to Nepal, you can make up for it by buying Nepalese goods in Lhasa. On Barkhor Street, there are many Nepalese stores selling some Nepalese clothes, jewelry and knick-knacks. In the alleys near Beijing Middle Road, there are many Nepalese food stores and many Nepalese gadgets. This way you can buy a lot of authentic Nepalese goods without spending a lot of money to Nepal.
25. Can I take pictures of the Potala Palace? What about other monasteries?
Photos can be taken outside the Potala Palace and are prohibited inside the palace. Generally speaking, it is forbidden to take photos in monasteries. If you really want to take photos, you can consult the staff in advance to see whether photos are allowed and whether there is a charge for taking photos.
26.What do I need to pay attention to when visiting monasteries in Tibet?
Temples, where Buddha lives, should show enough respect. When entering a temple, remember to take off your hat and sunglasses. Do not smoke, do not touch the statue of Buddha, do not turn over the scriptures, do not ring the bells and drums, etc.. For other Buddhist objects, such as Buddha beads and possession charms, you should not touch them. Some temples are not allowed to take photos, so follow these rules. When visiting temples, you cannot be quiet, make loud noises, or just sit inside.
27.What are the grand festivals in Tibet?
There are many festivals in Tibet, about eighty or ninety, but many of them are relatively small. The main grand festivals are Tibetan New Year, Snowdon Festival, and Saga Dawa Festival. The Tibetan New Year is celebrated by the Tibetans themselves; the Snowdon Festival has other names: the Tibetan Opera Festival and the Yogurt Festival. The main activities of this festival include watching Tibetan opera, drinking yogurt, sunbathing on Buddha, and crossing the Karin (Karin means park); Sakyamuni Festival, also known as Buddha's Birthday, is the day of Buddha Sakyamuni's birth, death, and passing away. On this day, everyone comes out for park activities, especially boating, singing and dancing at the Longwangtan Scenic Area Park behind the Potala Palace.
28. Do Tibetans understand Chinese?
Except for the elderly, almost all other Tibetans can understand Chinese and have no problem communicating, so don't worry about the language barrier.
29. Can I take pictures of my admirers? Will it offend them?
Whether you are on the way to Tibet or in front of a temple, you can see many Tibetans entering incense. Many trekkers are shocked to see this and want to record these moments. Generally, it is very rude to photograph them in this way, and the pilgrims don't like it either. If you want to take photos, especially close-ups, it's best to communicate in advance and ask for their permission.
30.What are the specialties worth buying in Tibet?
There are many specialties in Tibet, including Tibetan carpets, Tibetan knives, thangkas, Tibetan silver jewelry, Tibetan incense, rhodiola rosea, cordyceps, saffron, matsutake mushrooms, barley wine, khaddar, yak meat jerky, ox bone comb, snow lotus, and so on. Which ones to buy, according to personal likes and needs.
31.Where can I buy real Cordyceps in Lhasa?
Cordyceps is the best thing in Nagchu. There are many Cordyceps stores on Jade Rabbit Road, in front of the main gate of the Da Zhao Temple. It is more secure to buy it here, but it is better to bring a friend who knows how to identify good and bad cordyceps.
32. Where can I buy souvenirs in Tibet?
In Barkhor Street in Lhasa, there are a lot of Tibetan specialties and handicrafts, and the prices here are not expensive. If you want to buy expensive things, such as turquoise, beeswax and so on. You have to go to a specialized store to buy them so that the quality is guaranteed. Things like thangka, Tibetan medicine, saffron, cordyceps, and snow lotus can be bought in specialized stores and pharmacies. Compare and contrast goods.