The annual receiving number of Lhasa City firstly breaks through 6 millions

It is reported that Lhasa tourism experienced a blowout development through improving the service quality under the guidance of Lhasa City government. Lhasa has received 6.19 millions domestic and foreign tourists so far according to the statistics provided by Lhasa Tourism Bureau. The annual receiving number of Lhasa City firstly breaks through 6 millions and that number increased 26 percent compared to the same period of last year. The tourism revenue in 2012 has already realized 6 billions RMB and that increased 27 percent compared to the same period of last year.

This year, a large number of domestic tourists chose to make a self-driving self-help tour to Lhasa to spend their vacation while the foreign tourists are pretty fond of the cultural and historical tours in Lhasa. The bright blue sky in Lhasa is of great attraction for tourists never been to plateau before. Besides, the special cultural style in Lhasa and the unique celebration ceremonies of various Tibetan festivals also attract a large number of tourists. The foreign tourists are always surprised by the ancient Tibetan style architectures in the monasteries.

The development of Tibet tourism is largely influenced by the climate in different seasons. The period between November and April is regarded as the as the low season of Tibet tour due to the cold weather on Tibet Plateau. Most of the tourists willing to realize their Tibet tour between May and October. July and August are said to be the top high seasons of Tibet tour since the weather is pretty pleasant during this period. Actually, Tibet is not so cold in winter since the lovely sunshine is always available during the daytime.

The relevant tourism departments attach great importance to the promotion of the tourism products in winter. A series of introduction & promotion activities were held in different domestic cities so as to attract more tourists. Related photo exhibition regarding the natural landscapes and folk customs of Tibet were also held in different cities. Citizens who've visited these exhibitions said that they are more interested in Tibet after saw these charming pictures.

The possible altitude sickness is also a large concern for tourists planning a Tibet tour. The experts hold that most of the slight symptoms of high altitude sickness are greatly caused by psychological effects. Hence, tourists should also make a good mental preparation while prepare your package for Tibet tour.