Heroic Ancient City · Charm of Tibetan Culture
Shigatse City, Jiangzi County—a historically famous Hero City, boasting important cultural heritage sites such as Zongshan Ancient Fort and Baiju Temple. A 3-day 2-night itinerary to explore the ancient fort, pilgrimage to the ancient temple, experience Tibetan life, and feel the perfect fusion of history and culture.
Jiangzi County Three Days Tibetan Culture and History Tour
Ancient Fort Exploration + Temple Pilgrimage + Glacier Viewing, feel the charm of the Heroic Ancient City
Full day historical and cultural experience
- Respect history and culture
- No smoking inside the fort
- Follow the designated route
- Prepare sun protection
- Tibetan Sweet Tea
- Butter Tea
- Tibetan Noodles
- Zanba
- Yak Beef
Full day natural and cultural experience
- Keep warm at high altitudes on the glacier
- Pay attention to wind and sun protection
- Respect local customs
- Prepare oxygen bottles
- Glacier viewing
- Manor visit
- Lakeside stroll
- Landscape photography
Full day cultural depth experience
- Bargaining is possible for carpets
- Protect the wetland environment
- Respect the artisans
- Arrange your time reasonably
- Old town stroll
- Craft visit
- Wetland birdwatching
- Specialty shopping
Must-Try Foods in Jiangzi County
Butter Tea
A traditional Tibetan drink made with butter, brick tea, and salt. It is nutritious, provides energy needed on the plateau, and is an essential drink for guests.
Tibetan Noodles
A traditional Tibetan pasta made from highland barley flour, served with yak beef broth and diced yak beef. It has a delicious taste and is one of the daily staples of the Tibetan people.
Zanba (Tsampa)
A traditional Tibetan staple food made from roasted highland barley ground into flour. It is eaten by mixing with butter tea and kneading into balls by hand. It is nutritious and easy to carry.
Yak Beef
A unique plateau ingredient that can be made into various dishes, such as yak beef jerky and yak beef hot pot. The meat is tender and rich in protein.
- May-Oct: Mild climate, sufficient oxygen, best for tourism
- Jul-Aug: Rainy season, but most beautiful scenery, pay attention to rain gear
- Winter: Fewer tourists, but some scenic spots may be closed
- Day 1: Visit Zongshan Ancient Fort and Baiju Temple
- Day 2: Head to Karola Glacier and Pala Manor
- Day 3: Explore the Old Town and Jiangzi Carpet Factory
- Taste specialty foods like Butter Tea and Tibetan Noodles
- Tickets required for Zongshan Fort and Baiju Temple
- Karola Glacier is at high altitude, keep warm
- Respect local religious customs
- Pay attention to altitude sickness, rest appropriately
- Attractions in Jiangzi County town are relatively concentrated, walkable
- Heading to Karola Glacier requires chartered car or day tour
- Taxis and tricycles are convenient and fast
- Avoid walking too fast on the plateau