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Enchanted Emerald Lake of Tibet

Basum Tso

Basum Tso is an enchanted emerald lake in Nyingchi. It’s truly a perfect spot to immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of nature.

Location
Kongpo, Eastern Tibet
Altitude
3,700m
Also Known As
Draksum Tso
Best For
Nature & Photography

Overview

Basum Tso lake nestled in Kongpo (eastern Tibet) at 3,700m, Basum Tso (also known as Draksum Tso) is a postcard-perfect alpine gem—its name means “Three Rocky Mountains Lake”. For travelers, it’s not just scenery, it’s a place where myths and nature wrap around you like a soft shawl.

Tashi Island

Step onto Tashi Island, home to the tiny Nyingmapa chapel Tso Dzong. The air smells of pine, and prayer flags flutter above the lake, where snow-capped 6,000m peaks mirror perfectly—photographers will lose track of time here.

Don’t miss the giant stone with a hole on the northwest bank: locals and travelers alike pass through it, believing it brings eternal merit and healing.

Experience

Stories linger here: Guru Rinpoche and the semi-mythical Ling Gesar once walked these shores, their legends woven into the forests and chapels. Today, modern boats carry you gently across the green water, letting you soak in every view without hurry.

It’s easy to reach by convenient transport, and every corner feels sacred yet welcoming. Whether you’re sitting by the lake, wandering the island, or listening to locals share tales, Basum Tso leaves you with warm memories. Let this enchanted lake be a highlight of your Tibet journey.

Plan Your Visit

For detailed information about Basum Tso and Tibet tours, feel free to contact us at info@tibetroofofworld.com . Our expert team will help create a memorable Tibet travel experience based on your interests and preferences.

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1: Tibet Travel Permit

Without Tibet Travel Permits, you cannot enter Tibet (Tibet Autonomous Region), China, but it is not difficult to obtain the permit, registered company like TRW, it can be easily obtain it for you if your Tibet Tour has been confirmed with a legit registered local travel company.

2: Alien Permit

Alien Travel Permit (ATP) is an additional permit which is required if your itinerary is in Gyirong, Kailash, Ngari and EBC in western part of Tibet,Tsedang,Nyinchi, Ranwo Lake, Basum Lake, Sakga or Shalu Monasteries in Shigatse area,

3: Military Permit

The Military Permits as you can see from the word, this permit is related to military department, thus, this travel document is mainly issued by the military authority in Tibet, in fact, this permit is compulsory for entering to any border regions between China and neighboring countries. Military permits are required for visiting following places in Tibet apart from TTP.

  • Ali (Far Western Tibet)
  • Guge Kingdom (Far Western Tibet)
  • Gyirong (New Border to Nepal)
  • Lake Manasarovar (Near Mt. Kailash in Far Western Tibet)
  • Kailash (Western Tibet)
  • Nyima country (Border country between Ali and Nakchu Prefecture)
  • Cochin

NOTE: This permit can apply only from Lhasa, Tibet, you don’t have to worry about it as our company (TRW) will obtain such permits on your behalf and you just need to cooperate by sending your scanned copies of China Visa/TGV and Passport to your travel consultant. If you want to know more details about Tibet Travel Permits, you can contact us at info@tibetroofofworld.com Our professional travel consultants will reply to you with their extensive knowledge and rich Tibet tour experiences

Tibet Travel Permit (TTP) is the basic required permit to travel to Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), every foreign travelers must need Tibet Travel Permit to enter to Tibet along with your Chinese Visa or Tibet Group Visa. Though it seems very hard or confusing, it just takes few simple steps, and your travel agency will do the rest.

Tibet Travel Permit is mainly obtained from Tibet Tourism Bureau in Lhasa, Tibet, which contains the tourist’s information and confirmed itineraries.

According to the latest Chinese regulations for foreign visitors, passports must have a validity of six months (at least) to apply for a Chinese visa. This requirement also applies when traveling to Tibet along with Tibet Travel Permit.

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