Location Map of Sagya County in Tibet
Sagya County is located in the central part of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), China, within Shigatse Prefecture. The county is known for its rich Tibetan Buddhist heritage, including the famous Sakya Monastery.
Geographical Coordinates:
- Latitude: 30.0140° N
- Longitude: 91.4621° E
Borders with Neighboring Areas:
- To the North: Sagya County borders Shigatse City and Lhatse County.
- To the East: It is near Nyalam County, a key gateway to Nepal and other neighboring regions.
- To the South: The county borders Tingri County, and is close to the Tibetan-Nepalese border.
- To the West: Sagya is adjacent to areas within Ngari Prefecture, with proximity to Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash.
Sagya County lies in central Tibet, within Shigatse Prefecture. It is located between Shigatse City and Lhatse County, making it a significant area both culturally and geographically. Sagya is famous for its Sakya Monastery, a center of Tibetan Buddhism, and serves as a key location in the Tibetan Plateau, with access to nearby regions such as Nepal and Mount Kailash.
