Chagpori Hill
The craggy hill facing the Potala, carved with hundreds of small Buddhas and painted mantras along its base path, and historically the site of Tibet's medical college. An easy open-air stop that pairs naturally with the Potala square.
Overview
Quick facts about Chagpori Hill
The craggy hill facing the Potala, carved with hundreds of small Buddhas and painted mantras along its base path, and historically the site of Tibet's medical college. An easy open-air stop that pairs naturally with the Potala square.
| Type | Hill Viewpoint |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 3,650 m (11,975 ft) |
| Visit length | About 0.5 hours |
| Opening hours | Open all day |
| Good to know | The craggy hill facing the Potala across the road, dotted with hundreds of rock-carved Buddhas and mantras, once home to Tibet's traditional medical school |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Riverside road below the cliff
- Bus: City buses along Beijing Middle Road; walk through the Potala square
Hotels near Chagpori Hill
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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