Location Map of Damxung County in Tibet
Geographical Location
Damxung County (当雄县) is located in the central part of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), within the Lhasa City administrative area. It lies in a region characterized by vast plateaus, grasslands, and mountains. Damxung is situated at the foot of the Tanggula Mountains, and it is a key area that connects the Tibetan plateau to the eastern regions of China.
- Latitude: 30.5092° N
- Longitude: 91.0944° E
Damxung County is also home to the famous Nam Co Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world, located to the north of the county.
Borders with Neighboring Areas
- To the north: Damxung borders Nagqu Prefecture.
- To the south: It is adjacent to Lhasa, with a close proximity to the capital of Tibet.
- To the east: The county is near Yangbajing, a region known for its geothermal resources.
- To the west: Damxung shares a border with Dinggye County in Lhoka (Shannan).
