Known as "the roof of the world", the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau has long been an ideal and mysterious destination for visitors who are passionate about exploring remote lands. A high altitude plateau with mountains in all directions, a great range of cultural heritage sites, unique folk customs...all these factors contribute to the lure of Tibet. Now with the arrival of spring, the climate is becoming more pleasant and Tibet has become an even better tavel destination. Here we recommend some of the best tourist destinations in Tibet which might suit your discerning travel taste.

Namtso will present its most mesmerizing scenery in March and April, which makes it a great place to visit in spring. It has the snow-capped Nyenchen Tanglha mountain range to the south, plateau hills and vast areas of lakes to the north and west. In April, when the weather warms up and the snow melts, Namtso slowly wakes up. Visitor could enjoy a stunning view of half lake and half ice.

Lake Manasarova.[Photo/Xinhua]

Lake Manasarova

Lake Manasarova sits 4,500 meters above sea level in Purang county, Ngari prefecture. Snow melt from the Gangdise Mountains hugging the lake is the source for the nearby Yarlung Zangbo River as well as the mighty Ganges.

The Manasarova wetland is a key "climate regulator" on the plateau and home to more than 400 rare species including the black-necked crane and the Tibetan wild donkey. Enshrined as "holy lake and sacred mountain" along with Gang Rinpoche, Lake Manasarova attracts a large number of pilgrims as well as tourists from home and abroad.

Lulang forest in the Nyingchi prefecture of the Tibet autonomous region is known as "Mini Switzerland" due to its idyllic scenery.[Photo/Xinhua]

Lulang Scenic Zone

Lulang Scenic Zone, located in Lulang town, Nyingchi prefecture of Tibet autonomous region, and near the 318 State Highway, covers a land area of 859,000 square meters with artificial lakes.

The scenic zone contains rich natural scenery, including forest-clad mountains, flowers, lakes and beautiful landscapes, with snowy mountains seen in the far background.

Lulang forest in the Nyingchi city of the Tibet autonomous region is known as "Mini Switzerland" due to its idyllic scenery. Every year from the middle of April to the beginning of June, with birds frolicking in the meadow, wild flowers blossoming alongside the meandering streams and snowy mountains towering in the backdrop, the whole landscape presents a tranquil and pleasant sight.

In the Tibetan language, "Lulang" symbolizes "the place where the God lives".