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Shigatse
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The second-largest city in Tibet, Shigatse features monasteries, a fortress, and markets in the old town, and is also a transport hub.
Overview of Shigatse
The second-largest city in Tibet, Shigatse features monasteries, a fortress, and markets in the old town, and is also a transport "hub."
Key facts
- Type of place: city.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 117,000 inhabitants (2013).
- Area: 3,654 km².
- Altitude: 3,836 m.
- Website: www.travelchinaguide.com/shigatse