Mixed with the fragrant smoke from yak butter candles lit throughout the temples and households of this holy city, the dazzling sunshine in Lhasa adds to the religious holiness of this Buddhist center. Under the brilliant sun, the gold gilded roofs of the temples shine under the clear blue sky. The green fields, black yak cattle and white snow-capped mountains within sight all help to make this is a wonderfully picturesque spot.

Although not officially the highest point in Tibet, 3700m-high-Lhasa is probably the closest spot to the holy Buddhist world and the city enjoys 3000 hours of sunshine a year. In all seasons, there is hardly a cloud in the sky and, even when it rains, this rarely lasts for long. Sunshine and clear blue sky are guaranteed gifts for visitors to this city.

However, visitors should be aware of the dangers involved in sunbathing here. Make sure you carry plenty of drinking water, sunglasses and sun block at all times.