Chamdo Town
Chamdo sits where the Zha Qu meets the Mekong valley at about 3,250 m, the first Tibetan city on the northern Sichuan–Tibet highway (G317). The town runs along the valley with hotels and supplies for long drives.
Overview
Quick facts about Chamdo Town
Chamdo sits where the Zha Qu meets the Mekong valley at about 3,250 m, the first Tibetan city on the northern Sichuan–Tibet highway (G317). The town runs along the valley with hotels and supplies for long drives.
| Type | Business District |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 3,250 m (10,663 ft) |
| Visit length | About 1 hours |
| Opening hours | Open all day |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Taxi drop-off: Hotel forecourts along the main street
- Bus: City buses and shared taxis run through the district
Hotels near Chamdo Town
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
Average daily high and low in °C, and monthly rain in mm. Winter is cold and dry, with fewer visitors and lower hotel prices.
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