Things to do in Maizhokunggar County in December

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Overview

December is a good time to visit Maizhokunggar County. The weather is usually freezing cold and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 9—34°F (-13—1°C).

Maizhokunggar County has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your December trip to Maizhokunggar County. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to December. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Maizhokunggar County in December. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout December, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Maizhokunggar County in December

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Weather in Maizhokunggar County in December

Temperatures on an average day in Maizhokunggar County in December

The average temperature in Maizhokunggar County in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 34°F (1°C) to a low of 9°F (-13°C). Some would describe the temperature to be freezing cold. The general area may also feel breezy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Maizhokunggar County, June, has days with highs of 65°F (18°C) and lows of 36°F (2°C). The coldest month, January has days with highs of 30°F (-1°C) and lows of 4°F (-15°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Maizhokunggar County in December based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in December
34°F
highs
9°F
lows

General weather summary

Freezing cold, breezy
Feels like
1%
Chance of rain
0.004 in
Amount
10.9 mph
Wind speed
37%
Humidity
10.3 hrs
Daylight length
8:39 AM
Sunrise
6:55 PM
Sunset
80%
Cloud cover
Thick winter coat with gloves
What to wear
What to wear in December
With an average high of 34°F (1°C) and a low of 9°F (-13°C), it generally feels freezing cold and breezy. With that in mind, most people would dress in something toasty like a thick winter coat with gloves
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Best attractions for Maizhokunggar County in December

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Maizhokunggar County has to offer for travelers in December, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Maizhokunggar County that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Maizhokunggar County for December.
Drigung Monastery
1. Drigung Monastery
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(Translated by Google) There is no sky on the 8th, 18th and 28th in the Tibetan calendar, so don’t miss out. There are buses going directly to here at 5:30 and 6:30 in the morning in front of Jokhang Temple Square, and the round-trip fare is 100 yuan. When I come back, I will also visit temples such as Yangrigang Temple and wild hot springs. Arrive back to Lhasa around 5 p.m. (Original) 藏历每逢8,18,28日没有天zang,大家不要跑空。早上5:30和6:30在大昭寺广场前面有车直接到这里,往返票价100块。回来的时候还会去羊日岗寺等寺庙,以及野温泉。大概下午五点左右回到拉萨
3-April-2025 Sky Burial area. The weather is very cold, here everyone wears four layers of clothes and pants. However, this trip was an interesting experience for us, the group from Vihara Sukhavati Prajna, Indonesia
(Translated by Google) The most famous temple for sky burial is no longer open to tourists to visit the sky burial ceremony. (Original) 天葬最知名的寺廟,現在已不開放給遊客參觀天葬儀式了
(Translated by Google) Drigung Thil was founded in the 12th century. Located on the top of a mountain, it is the main monastery of the eponymous branch of the Kagyu school. This is where the heavenly burial is celebrated, which is closed to visitors, where the dismembered bodies of the deceased are displayed in the open air. Which are then eaten by the vultures. The outdoor cemetery is also surrounded by walls to prevent anyone from witnessing this practice. In one room it houses the statue of the founder and the local patron deity, and in the prayer hall there is the statue of Avalokiteshvara. Which is shown here with 11 heads and the Green Tara. Here, too, the lamas instruct their students. It is very interesting to let the new impressions take effect. It is also worth seeing because it lies above a wide valley. Excerpt from the government board - Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) Government Announcement on Sky Burial, SKY BURIAL is governed by the laws of the People's Republic China protected. To carefully understand the related policies on ethnic groups and religion, as well as respect for Tibetan customs To implement this policy, you hereby affirm this policy very clear and formal. 1. HEAVEN BURIAL is the traditional Tibetan burial style and is officially protected by the TAR laws. 2. Designated SKY BURIAL locations in Tibet are not permitted to be entered by outsiders at any time. The process of sky burial must not be disturbed by anyone. 3. It is never possible for outsiders allowed to visit, photograph or videotape SKY BURIAL. 4. It is strictly forbidden to carry out mining, quarrying, shooting or that on the premises of SKV BURIAL Destroy the terrain, the objects and the surroundings in any way. 5. It is illegal to hunt and kill white-headed vultures in the area. 6. Anyone who violates the above will be punished in accordance with the relevant laws. Civil Affairs Office. ethnic and religious affairs of erses Medro Congkar, Office of Mad Manan. Drawn. (Original) Drigung Thil wurde im 12. Jahrhundert gegründet. Auf dem Gipfel eines Berges gelegen, ist es das Haupt Kloster des gleichnamigen Zweigs der Kagyü-Schule. Hier wird das himmlische Begräbnis gefeiert, das für Besucher ausgeschlossen ist, bei dem die zerstückelten Körper der Verstorbenen im Freien ausgestellt werden. Die dann von den Geiern gefressen werden. Der Außenfriedhof ist auch soweit von Mauern umgeben, die verhindern, dass jemand Zeuge dieser Praxis wird. In einem Raum beherbergt es die Statue des Gründers und der örtlichen Schutzgottheit, und in der Gebetshalle befindet sich die Statue von Avalokiteshvara. Die hier mit 11 Köpfen und der Grünen Tara gezeigt wird. Auch hier unterweisen die Lamas ihre Schüler. Es ist sehr interessant die neuen Eindrücke auf sich wirken zu lassen. Auch ist es sehenswert weil es über einem weiten Tal liegt. Auszug aus der Tafel der Regierung - Regierungsankündigung der Autonomen Region Tibet (TAR) zur Himmelsbestattung, SKY BURIAL ist durch die Gesetze der Volksrepublik China geschützt. Um die damit verbundenen Richtlinien zu ethnischen Gruppen und Religion sowie zur Achtung der tibetischen Bräuche sorgfältig umzusetzen, bekräftigen Sie diese Richtlinie hiermit sehr klar und formell. 1. HIMMELBEERDIGUNG ist die traditionelle tibetische Bestattungsart und ist offiziell durch die TAR-Gesetze geschützt. 2. Ausgewiesene Orte für SKY BURIAL in Tibet dürfen für Außenstehende zu keinem Zeitpunkt betreten werden. Der Prozess der Himmelsbestattung darf von niemandem gestört werden. 3. Außenstehenden ist es zu keinem Zeitpunkt gestattet, SKY BURIAL zu besuchen, zu fotografieren oder auf Video aufzunehmen. 4. Es ist strengstens verboten, auf dem Gelände von SKV BURIAL Bergbau, Steinbrüche, Schüsse zu betreiben oder das Gelände, die Gegenstände und die Umgebung in irgendeiner Weise zu zerstören. 5. Es ist illegal, Weißkopfgeier in der Gegend zu jagen und zu töten. 6. Wer gegen das oben Genannte verstößt, wird nach den einschlägigen Gesetzen bestraft. Büro für zivile Angelegenheiter. ethnische und religiöse Angelegenheiten von erses Medro Congkar, Büro für Mad Manan. Gezeichnet.
(Translated by Google) Founded in the 12th century. on the top of a mountain, it is the main headquarters of the homonymous branch of the Kagyu school. Here the celestial funeral is celebrated which consists in exposing the dismembered bodies of the deceased in the open air, which will be eaten by vultures. The open-air cemetery is surrounded by walls that prevent anyone from witnessing this practice. The Meeting Hall houses the statue of the founder and the local tutelary deity. In the Prayer Hall there is the statue of the 11-headed Avalokiteshvara and the Green Tara; here the lamas instruct their disciples. Also very interesting for its dominant position over a large valley. (Original) Fondato nel XII sec. sulla sommità di un monte, è la sede principale dell'omonimo ramo della scuola Kagyu. Qui si celebra il funerale celeste che consiste nell'esporre all'aperto i corpi smembrati dei defunti, che verranno mangiati dagli avvoltoi. Il cimitero all'aperto è cinto da mura che impediscono a chiunque di assistere a questa pratica. La Sala delle Riunioni ospita la statua del fondatore e della divinità tutelare locale. Nella Sala delle Preghiere vi è la statua di Avalokiteshvara dalle 11 teste e della Tara Verde; qui i lama istruiscono i loro discepoli. Molto interessante anche per la posizione dominante su un'ampia vallata.
(Translated by Google) Built halfway up the mountain, looking down at a whole cluster of settlements and valleys, the mind can achieve ultimate peace and relaxation. (Original) 建造在半山腰,往下望是一整片的聚落與山谷,心靈可以達到極致的平和與舒展
(Translated by Google) Well worth learning about his history! (Original) 非常值得去了解他的歷史!
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