Chokpori

Chokpori is a mountain rising to approximately 3,700 meters (12,100 feet) that forms part of the traditional landscape surrounding Lhasa. The peak sits as one of three hills that define the city's natural geography and are visible from many vantage points throughout the urban area.

A medical college was established on the mountain in 1696 and served as a center for Tibetan medicine until 1959. The institution played an important role in preserving and transmitting medical knowledge across generations of practitioners.

The mountain holds spiritual significance for local people and visitors who come to experience its religious importance. Stone inscriptions marking different periods remain visible on the slopes, reflecting how the place has been used for meditation and devotion over generations.

The mountain is accessible from central Lhasa and offers views of Potala Palace from its northern edge, especially during morning hours. Bringing a light jacket is recommended as temperatures are cooler at this elevation even in summer.

Two natural springs flow from the mountain and provide water to the surrounding area. One of these springs was historically reserved to supply the Dalai Lama's residence.

Location: Lhasa

Elevation above the sea: 3,700 m

Part of: Tibetan Plateau

GPS coordinates: 29.65227,91.11030

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:02