6 Of The World's Highest Inhabited Places That Exist Above 10,000 Feet

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Lhasa, the Holy Land, is situated at 11,975 ft and is the centre of Tibet's culture, history and politics. Lhasa's allure lies in direct proportion to how remote it is.



Now almost 500,000-people strong, this ancient city came to be 1,300 years ago.



Often also referred to as the 'Mecca of Tibet,' Lhasa is the hub of spirituality and faith for Tibetans.