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Nyalam
City in Tibet, China
Overview
Nyalam is a small but vital gateway town on the Friendship Highway between China and Nepal, renowned for its dramatic Himalayan surroundings and rich Tibetan culture. Visitors enjoy its role as a base for high-altitude trekking and its authentic local atmosphere. Despite its modest size, Nyalam offers an immersive glimpse into traditional life and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Tibet
Population
17,009
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
28.55°, 86.07°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
56
LGBTQ+ Safety
32
Traffic Safety
53
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$665
Local Cost
$345
Local Income
$190
Cashless
37
English
10
Temperature
-3.7°C
Summer Avg
5.2°C
Winter Avg
-12.9°C
Record High
16.8°C
Record Low
-31.4°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
461 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 42/100.
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