Shannan Useful Numbers

When visiting Shannan (also known as Lhoka), located in the southern part of Tibet, it’s essential to have a list of important contacts for emergencies, transportation, and various services. Here is a collection of useful telephone numbers for visitors to Shannan:

Emergency Contacts

1. Emergency Services

  • Police (Public Security Bureau): +86 892 7522900
  • Fire Department: 119
  • Ambulance: 120
  • Traffic Accidents (Road Assistance): 122

2. Hospitals and Medical Assistance

  • Shannan People’s Hospital: +86 892 7522397
  • Shannan Tibetan Medicine Hospital: +86 892 7520200
  • Tibet Autonomous Region Traditional Tibetan Medicine Hospital: +86 891 6341602

3. Shannan Tourism Emergency Numbers

  • Shannan Tourism Bureau: +86 892 7521033
  • Tibet Tourism Complaint Hotline: +86 891 6342800

Transportation

4. Transportation & Travel Services

  • Lhasa Railway Station (for travel to/from Shannan): +86 891 6343322
  • Shannan Bus Station: +86 892 7522972
  • Shannan Airport: +86 892 7526188 (Note: Shannan does not have a major commercial airport, but it has smaller regional facilities; most flights come via Lhasa Gonggar Airport.)
  • Taxi Service: +86 892 7522099 (Taxis can be hailed directly or arranged through local services.)

5. Tourist Information and Assistance

  • Shannan Tourism Information Center: +86 892 7521523
  • Tibet Tourism Hotline: 400 821 1904

Hotels and Accommodation

6. Hotels in Shannan

  • Lhasa Hotel (Shannan Branch): +86 892 7521622
  • Tibetan Style Hotel: +86 892 7520980
  • Shannan Xiongwei Hotel: +86 892 7521888
  • Shannan Gaden Hotel: +86 892 7523030

Embassies and Consulates

7. Embassies and Consulates in Tibet

  • Consulate of India in Lhasa: +86 891 6835301 (Note: While there are no consulates directly in Shannan, the Indian Consulate in Lhasa can assist Indian nationals in the region.)
  • Chinese Foreign Ministry for Consular Affairs: 12308 (General assistance for foreign nationals)

Other Useful Numbers

8. Post and Courier Services

  • China Post Shannan Branch: +86 892 7523000
  • DHL Shannan: +86 892 7521263 (for international shipping services)

9. Shannan Weather Service

  • Weather Forecast (Shannan): +86 892 7520500

10. Banking and Financial Services

  • Bank of China Shannan Branch: +86 892 7522578
  • ICBC Shannan Branch: +86 892 7521268
  • Agricultural Bank of China Shannan Branch: +86 892 7522890

11. Language Assistance (Tibet Tourism)

  • Tibet Translation Services: +86 891 6341168 (for translation assistance)

Having access to these useful telephone numbers will make your visit to Shannan more comfortable and secure. Whether you need assistance in case of an emergency, guidance on transportation, or help finding accommodations, these numbers will ensure that you have the resources you need while exploring this beautiful region of Tibet. Always keep these contacts handy during your travels.