Karola Glacier
4A Tourism Area

Karola Glacier

日喀则卡若拉冰川

Tibet, Shigatse4.4·29.3454°N, 88.9220°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
Half day
Rating
4.4 / 5.0

About Karola Glacier

A scenic natural area in Shigatse, Tibet, offering diverse landscapes, outdoor activities, and beautiful views. • A hanging glacier cascading down Mt. Karola beside the highway. • A stunning ice wall visible from the road.

Highlights

• A hanging glacier cascading down Mt. Karola beside the highway. • A stunning ice wall visible from the road.

Suggested Route

Roadside stop at the glacier viewpoint and a short climb; allow 1 h.

Food & Lodging

Nearby Nyangze/town food; Shigatse hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms and horse ride ; exposed and cold.
Travel Tips

Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

No metro; in Gyangze County on G349 (~70 km from Shigatse, en route to Yamdrok); nearest airport: Shigatse Peace Airport (~90 km).

Reservation

Ticket ~CNY 50; on-site purchase (roadside viewpoint).

Ticket Price

Free admission

Address

Rikaze City Jiangzi County Karuolashankou

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
日喀则卡若拉冰川

日喀则市江孜县卡若拉山口

Rikaze City Jiangzi County Karuolashankou

29.3454, 88.9220

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