Things to note when traveling to Tibet:
1. The most suitable season:
The months from August to October each year are the most pleasant time of year in Tibet and the air contains When the oxygen level is at its highest, it is the best season to travel to Tibet. In August, the temperature in Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Shigatse is generally between 10 and 23 degrees. Even in October, the temperature in these places is mostly above zero. Most of Tibet's various traditional folk culture and art festivals are held during this period. For example, in August there are the Shoton Festival in Lhasa, the Buddha Exhibition Festival at Drepung Monastery, the Changtang Chaqing Horse Racing Festival in the Nagqu area, the Dama Festival in the anti-British ancient city of Gyantse, and the "Wangguo Festival" where Tibetan farmers look forward to a good harvest. A huge attraction for tourists.
2. Physical requirements:
Patients with severe hypertension, heart disease, (bronchitis), diabetes, and colds are restricted from entering Tibet. It is recommended that you have a cardiopulmonary examination before entering Tibet to confirm whether you suffer from any of the above serious diseases. In addition, do not deliberately exercise before going to Tibet. If you have been exercising in normal times, you should also stop half a month before going to Tibet, because the body after exercise will consume more oxygen and increase the heart rate when you are in Tibet. The burden may cause altitude sickness.
Cold patients cannot go to Tibet: Because their body functions are destroyed, their disease resistance is weakened, and their own resistance load is increased. Cold patients who enter Tibet with a severe cold can easily develop other altitude sickness. Pulmonary edema, in particular, is a particularly dangerous altitude sickness that can easily be life-threatening if not treated in time. For cold patients, it is recommended that you cure your cold before going to Tibet and do not bring cold germs into Tibet.
Altitude sickness: Tibet is at a high altitude, so altitude sickness is something you need to pay attention to. Failure to do so may endanger life and safety. It is recommended to bring glucose, rhodiola, etc. to prevent altitude sickness. I would like to give you some advice on altitude sickness. You usually don’t feel anything when you first get off the train and think it is normal. At this time, many people think they are running away. , Jumping, is actually wrong. Altitude sickness usually starts some time after arriving in Lhasa or the next day, so when you first arrive, remember not to run or jump, don’t be too excited, don’t shout, drink more water, and don’t Smoking and drinking. You can drink some Rhodiola rosea, glucose and the like in moderation. If you are entering Tibet for the first time and are really worried about altitude sickness, you can start drinking rhodiola a week in advance. This is what many friends have tried and the effect is very good. You only need to soak about 20~30g at a time. It is good for improving physical fitness, strengthening cardiovascular system and relieving pain. Altitude sickness is effective.
Sun protection: UV rays are very strong in Tibet, so we must not take it lightly, especially Lhasa, which has a high altitude and is sometimes a "sunlight city". Be careful to bring sunscreen to protect your skin, as well as sunglasses and a sunhat. It's best to bring all of these, otherwise your skin may not be able to bear it and your eyes will be uncomfortable at the end of the day.
3. Customs and taboos:
When you go to Tibet, you must pay attention to your words and deeds, pay attention to ethnic unity, and respect Buddha statues. You cannot touch them with your hands. In addition, you cannot touch the heads of Tibetan people. This is taboo! When you go to Tibet, you must follow Tibetan customs, such as drinking butter tea. If you go to a Tibetan home, the host will definitely pour butter tea and hand it to you with both hands. You must take it with both hands, never with one hand.
When in town, do as the Romans do: This is an important commandment. The folk customs in the Qinghai-Tibet area are deeply influenced by religion. Some habits cannot be measured by the mentality of urban people. Don't care about and blame them. Don't quarrel with the driver or watch the sky burial privately. If you are not careful, you will offend the locals and cause unnecessary trouble.
Photography taboos: Tibetan temples have unique architectural styles. During festivals, Tibetan people's clothes are even more gorgeous and colorful, and payment is indicated in some places. Photography is allowed, the price is 50 yuan or more per picture, please do not take secret photos, the consequences of secret photos will be very serious. You should also be careful when photographing people, especially women. Not all Tibetans like to be photographed. To avoid unnecessary trouble, it is best to say hello before taking pictures.
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