Shigatse is the largest prefecture-level city in Xizang Autonomous Region and an important cultural, economic and political center in Tibet. As a city with a long history and profound cultural heritage, its food culture is naturally very rich. So, what's the best in Shigatse?

First push Tibetan hot pot. Tibetan hot pot is one of the most distinctive delicacies in Shigatse. It not only combines the cooking skills of Tibetans, Han people, Nepal and other places, but also is rich in Tibetan medicinal materials and special spices, which makes people salivate. While tasting Tibetan hot pot, you can also feel the rich Tibetan folk customs.

Followed by highland barley butter tea. Highland barley is one of the main crops in Tibet. It grows on high-altitude grasslands and is rich in protein, vitamins and trace elements such as zinc and selenium needed by human body. At the same time, the production of highland barley butter tea is very particular. It needs to be carefully boiled in several steps. It is fragrant, soft and refreshing, and it is an important part of life in people in Xizang.

Finally, Tibetan Thangka cake. Tibetan Tangka cake is one of the most popular snacks in Shigatse. Its name comes from "Thangka" because it needs Thangka's pigments and painting skills when making it. Thangka cake is made by mixing flour, eggs, milk and other raw materials to make dough, then pressing it into various shapes with a special mold and baking it. Crispy and delicious, it is a good choice for tourists to taste Tibetan food.

In a word, Shigatse's food culture is profound. Whether you taste Tibetan hot pot, highland barley butter tea or try Tibetan Thangka cake, you can have a different experience on the tip of your tongue and feel the unique charm of this city.