Location Map of Rinbung County in Tibet
Rinbung County is located in the central part of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China, within Shigatse Prefecture. It is situated to the southwest of Lhasa, on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, and is part of the region that connects important cultural and geographical landmarks in Tibet.
Geographical Coordinates:
- Latitude: 29.2226° N
- Longitude: 89.8890° E
Borders with Neighboring Areas:
- To the North: Rinbung borders Lhasa City, including Chengguan District, which is the capital region of Tibet.
- To the East: It lies near Lhatse County, and further connects to other central Tibetan regions.
- To the South: The county is close to Tingri County and lies near the Mount Everest region.
- To the West: Rinbung County is near Nyalam County, which borders Nepal.
Rinbung County is located in the central part of Shigatse Prefecture, near the southern edge of Lhasa and the Tibetan Plateau. It shares borders with Lhasa City, Lhatse County, and Tingri County, and is located relatively close to Mount Everest. This county serves as a strategic region for both cultural heritage and geographical importance within Tibet.
