TIBET23 - Tibet Kharola Glacier
Channel: 天下山水 Tianxia Shanshui
Date: 2024-03-14

Kharola Glacier is a pit-stop along the highway from Lhasa to Shigatse or beyond to Mt. Everest Base Camp. The glacier originates at Mt. Noijin Kangsang (7,191m), which is one of the four holy mountains of Tibet. The viewing point is just off the highway, allowing visitors to easily get a close-up view of the magnificent glacier as well as the sacred snow-capped mountain nearby.

There is a stupa at the viewing point built largely for photographic purposes as well as prayer flags and a wooden walkway. The public toilet at the glacier is very basic.

Local women and children will likely ask if you want to take a photo with them for a fee or try to sell you something. Be sure to ask before taking photos of them to avoid potential conflicts.

Considering the glacier is at an elevation of over 5,000 meters, be sure to pace yourself while walking around or climbing.