Shannan Museum

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Shannan Museum focuses on Yarlung civilisation and early Tubo history through excavated objects, architectural fragments and religious art. A visit first makes Samye and the royal tombs far more legible.

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TypeMuseum
Altitude3,560 m (11,680 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 1.5 hours
Opening hours10:00–17:30 (last entry 16:30)

Overview

Quick facts about Shannan Museum

Quick answer

Shannan Museum focuses on Yarlung civilisation and early Tubo history through excavated objects, architectural fragments and religious art. A visit first makes Samye and the royal tombs far more legible.

TypeMuseum
Altitude3,560 m (11,680 ft)
Visit lengthAbout 1.5 hours
Opening hours10:00–17:30 (last entry 16:30)

How to visit

Practical advice from our Lhasa team.

  • Taxi drop-off: Main entrance drop-off
  • Bus: City buses stop within a short walk

Hotels near Shannan Museum

Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.

Shannan
Grand Hotel Geldonzan
Shannan
JAMESJOYCE COFFETEL
Shannan
Shannan Meikang International Hotel
Shannan
Tibethostel Qiangji Linka Luxury Villa Resort Hotel
Shannan
Minshan Shangling Airport Hotel
Shannan
Hampton by Hilton Shannan
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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.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec25°-8°130 mm
Daily highDaily lowRain
BestGoodCold or limited access

Nearby

Business District
Tsetang Town

泽当镇

Religious Site
Samye Monastery

桑耶寺

Cultural
Samye Scenic Area

桑耶景区

Heritage Building
Yumbulakang Palace

雍布拉康

Archaeological Site
Tombs of the Tibetan Kings

藏王墓

Religious Site
Tradruk Temple

昌珠寺

Questions

Shannan Museum is at about 3,560 m (11,680 ft) above sea level.
The better months are usually May, June, September, October.
Yes. All foreign visitors need a Tibet Travel Permit, and some areas need extra permits. We file them for you with every booking.
About 1.5 hours

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