Basongcuo

Cuo Gao Township, Lhasa City, Tibet Autonomous Region
1.9
Attractions

Introduction

Located in the Tibetan language, "Basongcuo" means "green water." Basongcuo is a famous sacred lake of the Tibetan Buddhism. Every year on April 15th, or around June 1st, locals come here to do a lake circuit. In the heart of Basongcuo, there is Zaxi Island, which can be reached by sightseeing cruise. The Tsogkaba Temple on the island is a famous Red Sect temple, built in the late Tang Dynasty. There are wooden carvings of male and female genitalia on both sides of the temple's entrance, which represents the god of reproduction and is the protector deity of the plateau residents, blessing them with health and happiness. Basongcuo also offers excellent conditions for outdoor hiking and camping. Visitors can choose to stay by the lake or camp overnight.
Address
Cuo Gao Township, Lhasa City, Tibet Autonomous Region
Phone +868946333453

Related travel tips

Article thumbnail

Small knowledge | 9 World Cultural Heritage sites in Morocco

Article thumbnail

Living in a riad in Morocco is like stepping into "One Thousand and One Nights"

Article thumbnail

Unmissable Moroccan restaurant

Article thumbnail

"Game of Thrones" breathtaking filming location - magical Sovilla

Article thumbnail

9-day deep tour in Morocco

Article thumbnail

Filming locations of the Oscar-winning film "Casablanca."

Article thumbnail

Must-visit Instagrammable spots in Morocco

Article thumbnail

Must-try cuisine in the capital of Morocco, Rabat

Article thumbnail

In addition to the blue town and popular hotels, Morocco also has these fun attractions

Article thumbnail

Recommended Classic Attractions in Natal

Article thumbnail

An adventure journey dancing with whales

Article thumbnail

Visiting the "Sky City" on the cliff

Article thumbnail

10 must-visit "Pueblos Blancos" in southern Spain

Article thumbnail

The Spanish Coastal Wine Route

Article thumbnail

Five great value and unique guesthouses in Granada, Spain

Article thumbnail

A list of must-try snacks in Granada

Article thumbnail

Apart from the palace, these are the places in Granada worth visiting!

Article thumbnail

"Up to the sky and down to the sea" in Granada

Article thumbnail

Starry skies: The best stargazing areas in Spain

Article thumbnail

5 social media-worthy experiences in Seville