Cuogao Village
Cuogao Village on the northern shore of Basum Tso preserves traditional Kongpo stone houses with timber galleries. Homestays offer Kongpo dress, barley wine and farm meals, and it is the quieter place to stay by the lake.
Overview
Quick facts about Cuogao Village
Cuogao Village on the northern shore of Basum Tso preserves traditional Kongpo stone houses with timber galleries. Homestays offer Kongpo dress, barley wine and farm meals, and it is the quieter place to stay by the lake.
| Type | Village |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 3,550 m (11,647 ft) |
| Visit length | About 1.5 hours |
| Opening hours | Shops ~09:30–21:00; street open all day |
| Good to know | Guesthouses are simple; expect shared bathrooms and wood heating. |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Taxi drop-off: Nearest drop-off at the street entrance
- Bus: City buses stop at the district edge
Hotels near Cuogao Village
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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