Location Map of Shigatse City
Shigatse is the second-largest city in the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China, and serves as the administrative center of Shigatse Prefecture. It is located in the western part of Tibet, at a high-altitude plateau region, surrounded by significant cultural landmarks, including the famous Tashilhunpo Monastery.
Geographical Coordinates:
- Latitude: 29.2676° N
- Longitude: 88.8839° E
Borders with Neighboring Areas:
- To the North: Shigatse City borders Nagqu City and Lhasa.
- To the East: It is near Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet.
- To the South: Shigatse is near the Himalayan Mountain Range, bordering regions close to Nepal and India.
- To the West: It shares borders with Zanda County and Ngari Prefecture.
Shigatse City is located in the western part of Tibet, bordered by Nagqu City and Lhasa to the north, and near the Himalayan Range to the south. It is an important cultural and administrative hub, known for its religious significance and proximity to regions such as Nepal and India.
