China contains Lhasa, the ancient city traditionally regarded as the capital of Tibet.
Lhasa lies on the Tibetan Plateau at roughly 3,650 metres above sea level. It is the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region of China and has been a major political, religious, and cultural centre of Tibetan civilisation for centuries.
The city is associated with important landmarks including the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Norbulingka. Lhasa’s high elevation makes it one of the world’s highest cities with a substantial permanent population.
Lhasa is sometimes described simply as a Himalayan city, although it lies on the Tibetan Plateau north of the main Himalayan crest. The broader Himalayan region crosses or borders several countries, but Lhasa is administratively within China.