Location Map of Nagqu City in Tibet
Nagqu City is located in the northern part of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China. It serves as the capital of Nagqu Prefecture and is one of the highest-altitude cities in the world, situated on the vast Tibetan Plateau. The city is an important hub for transportation, trade, and culture in the northern part of Tibet.
Geographical Coordinates:
- Latitude: 31.4771° N
- Longitude: 92.0594° E
Borders with Neighboring Areas:
- To the North: Nagqu borders Qinghai Province.
- To the East: It is close to Lhasa, which lies to the southeast.
- To the South: Nagqu borders Damxung County and Yangbajing, both part of Lhasa Prefecture.
- To the West: The city shares its western border with Ngari Prefecture and Ali (Tibet) region.
Nagqu City is located in the northern part of Tibet, within Nagqu Prefecture, and serves as the region’s administrative and economic center. The city is strategically positioned on the Tibetan Plateau, with borders extending towards Qinghai Province to the north, Lhasa to the southeast, and Ngari Prefecture to the west. Nagqu’s high-altitude location and proximity to other key Tibetan regions make it a vital city in Tibet.