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Shigatse is the second largest city in Tibet Autonomous Region, China , with a population of 92000, about 250 km (160 mi) southwest of Lhasa and 90 km (56 mi) northwest of Gyantse. It is the administrative centre of the modern Shigatse Prefecture in Tibet.
The city is located at an altitude of 3,840 metres (12,600 ft) at the confluence of the Yarlung Tsangpo (aka Brahmaputra) river and the Nyang River in west Tibet. Shigatse has a history that can be traced back more than 600 years, and it is an ancient holy city of the traditional seat of Panchen Lama, one of the spiritual leaders in Tibet.
Shigatse is the most colorful area in Tibet with vast grasslands, fertile fields in river valleys, flourishing semitropical jungles and snowfields at high altitudes. The famous scenery spots include Xiqin Spring, Yatung Spring, Yongzelucuo Lake, Tashilumpo Monastery, Palkor Monastery in Gyantse, Sakya Monastery, Pingcuolin Monastery, Juenang Monastery, Pala Manor and etc.

Attractions:
Tashilhunpo Monastery
Tashilhunpo Monastery is the home of the Panchen Lama, located on the hillside overlooking Shigatse northwest of the town.It was established in 1447 by Genden Trup, a disciple of the founder of the Gelugpa Order.

Rongbuk Monastery
Rongbuk Monastery is located at the foot of Mount Everest, claimed as the highest Buddhist shrine on the planet. Perched at an altitude of 5,100 meters( 16,732 feet) above sea level, it is not only a spiritual destination, but also offers some of the most magnificent and breathtaking views.

Sakya Monastery
Sakya Monastery, built in 1073 on a gray clay hill, is the principle temple of the Sakyapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Its main hall can accommodate 10,000 chanting monks.

Panchen Lama's Palace
Panchen Lama's Palace, situated in the southwest of the city, houses many historical relics of Tibet and many delicate works of art.