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Travelling to Tibet in early winter
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China Tibet News
By:
许丽芳
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2016-11-17 16:52
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![Some places, such as Nyingchi, have a “summer without intense heat” and “winter without severe cold”. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047807305_w900.jpg "Some places, such as Nyingchi, have a “summer without intense heat” and “winter without severe cold”. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![During the “off-season” from November to April next year, the prices of both Tibet’s hotels and entry tickets are reduced by 40 to 60 percent. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047649276_w900.jpg "During the “off-season” from November to April next year, the prices of both Tibet’s hotels and entry tickets are reduced by 40 to 60 percent. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![This year, the ticket price for the Potala Palace was reduced from 200 yuan per person to 100 yuan from November 1st, and tourists could purchase tickets on the day of their visit via ID cards without making a prior appointment. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047809095_w900.jpg "This year, the ticket price for the Potala Palace was reduced from 200 yuan per person to 100 yuan from November 1st, and tourists could purchase tickets on the day of their visit via ID cards without making a prior appointment. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Due to the high altitude and strong sunlight, the average winter temperature in Tibet is actually higher than some northern areas of the mainland. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047909353_w900.jpg "Due to the high altitude and strong sunlight, the average winter temperature in Tibet is actually higher than some northern areas of the mainland. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047909643_w900.jpg "Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Winter in Tibet is dry with few clouds and clear sky. During this time, Mt. Namjagbarwa is more visible than in summer, and Lake Namtso becomes frozen over due to heavy snow. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047963887_w900.jpg "Winter in Tibet is dry with few clouds and clear sky. During this time, Mt. Namjagbarwa is more visible than in summer, and Lake Namtso becomes frozen over due to heavy snow. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047923547_w900.jpg "Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604047946235_w900.jpg "Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![About 90 percent of all travelers to Tibet usually come between May and October. After October, the number of tourists drops dramatically. It becomes easier to buy entry tickets and train tickets, hotels are not full, and tickets to popular scenic attractions do not run out. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604050678053_w900.jpg "About 90 percent of all travelers to Tibet usually come between May and October. After October, the number of tourists drops dramatically. It becomes easier to buy entry tickets and train tickets, hotels are not full, and tickets to popular scenic attractions do not run out. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Must bring items: anti-altitude sickness medicine, sunglasses, sunscreen, down jacket, and hat. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604050594612_w900.jpg "Must bring items: anti-altitude sickness medicine, sunglasses, sunscreen, down jacket, and hat. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604050946565_w900.jpg "Winter is also the slack season for farmers and herdsmen, and due to the end of one year and beginning of another, most folk festivals occur during this period, which is an excellent time to experience the unique customs of the plateau. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
![Best time for photos: before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]](https://english.xzxw.com/pic/2016-11/17/W020161117604050581982_w900.jpg "Best time for photos: before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. [Photo by Pu Wenbo]")
