
Xigaze/Rikaze Travel Guide
China
Xigaze, also known as Rikaze, is a Chinese city with a population of around 80,000. It uses China Standard Time.
Travellers arriving by air use Shigatse Peace Airport (RKZ), the airport serving the city. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Xigaze, so the city is not a beach destination.
Local time
Population
Weather in Xigaze/Rikaze
Mon
Tue
Wed
Know before you go
Pays in CNY
Plug type Type A & Type C & Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +86
Tipping: Tipping is not a widespread practice in China, especially in mainland China. However, there are some exceptions, particularly in tourist-oriented services within larger cities.
Best time to visit Xigaze/Rikaze
Jan
8°0Feb
10°0Mar
13°2Apr
17°3May
20°9Jun
24°12Jul
22°22Aug
21°20Sep
20°15Oct
17°4Nov
12°1Dec
9°0Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Xigaze/Rikaze
日喀則市
buddhist place of worship
2.3 km
扎什倫布寺
buddhist place of worship
1.7 km
日喀则清真寺
muslim place of worship
1.2 km
Tashi Lhunpo Monastery
monument
1.7 km
桑珠孜區
historic site
2.3 km
Shigatse Dzong
historic site
2.3 km
日喀则市 (县级市)
historic site
0.6 km
Getting there
Shigatse Peace Airport · 42 km
Frequently asked Questions
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, AtoBeach cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. We recommend verifying details with official sources before travelling.