Multiple choice

Which of the following towns is situated at the highest altitude?

  1. Lhasa

  2. Kathmandu

  3. Gartole

  4. Thimpu

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Explanation

Lhasa, the capital of Tibet (Autonomous Region of China), is situated at approximately 3,656 meters (11,990 ft) above sea level. This is significantly higher than Kathmandu (~1,400m), Thimphu (~2,300m), or Gartole, making Lhasa the city at the highest altitude among the options.