The warmer half of the year, from May to October, is the best timeto visit Tibet, with June as an optimum window. During this month, theregion's climate is pleasant, and the landscapes are blanketed by seas ofeye-catching flowers. Also, since June is not the official peak month, pric-es will be lower. First-time Tibet visitors are advised not to rush aroundto too many destinations too quickly to avoid altitude sickness. In fact,Lhasa, nicknamed Sun City, and its surrounding areas are worth a wholeweek of exploration.