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Qusum
City in Tibet, China
Overview
Qusum is a small, remote town in the southern part of Tibet, set by the Yarlung Tsangpo River and surrounded by stunning highland scenery. It is known for its authentic Tibetan village atmosphere, offering visitors a peaceful window into rural life in the region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
China
Autonomous Region
Tibet
Population
12,962
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
28.97°, 92.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$488
Local Cost
$270
Local Income
$250
Cashless
55
English
10
Temperature
1.2°C
Summer Avg
8.3°C
Winter Avg
-6.6°C
Record High
22.2°C
Record Low
-22.3°C
Humidity
58%
Precipitation
432 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.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 31/100.
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