Tibet Travel Guide, Advice and Tips
Latest highly practical Tibet Travel advice about weather, best time to visit Tibet, cost, permits, transportation, attractions, high altitude sickness, maps, etc. Check the tips and information for your traveling in Tibet.
Stupa is a mound-like structure for collecting Buddhist relics even preserved bodies of renowned lamas, symbolizing Buddha's presence.
Tibetan Stupa and Chorten
Catherine
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The connotation of Tibetan Buddhism is far more than what you can see on the snowy plateau such as temples, pagodas, prayer flags, etc. See more.
Tibetan Buddhism Facts
Freya
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Tibetan medicine is formed through long-term practice on the basis of extensive absorption and integration of theories of Chinese, Indian, and Arabian medicine.
Tibetan Medicine
Catherine
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Prince Wencheng married Songtsan Gambo for lasting peace. She made historic contributions to cultural exchanges between Tang Dynasty and Tubo Kingdom.
Princess Wencheng
Catherine
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Tibetan art is closely related to Tibetan Buddhism culture. Its art forms include murals, thangka, sand mandalas, Tibetan butter sculpture, Tibetan opera, etc.
Tibetan Art
Eric
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Mani Stone is spiritual evidence with a profound religious connotation. It carries the pilgrims' wishes and gradually forms a mound and Wall.
Mani Stone - Mysterious Tibetan Folk Art
Freya
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Nanjing to Lhasa flight usually makes its stopover in Xining or Mianyang, covering a distance of 2,646 km and taking 5hrs and 45mins. Check detailed info.
Nanjing to Lhasa Flights
Lynn
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Shangri-La to Lhasa Flight covers a distance of 1,625km and takes about 2 hours. USD230 for an economic class. Check schedule, price and FAQ.
Shangri-La to Lhasa Flights
Lynn
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King Gesar (about 1038-1119 AD) was a legendary Tibetan hero who was born in Dege County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
King Gesar of Ling
Julie
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Tibet's landscape is so diverse and impressive. You will see magnificent mountains, beautiful plateau lakes, mysterious monasteries, etc.
Tibet Landscape
Catherine
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Gelug Sect is a Tibetan Buddhist denomination. Tibetan Gelug means good at constraints in Tibetan. The school emphasizes strict observance of the Buddhist law.
The Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism
Eric
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Namtso Lake is one of the top three holy lakes in Tibet, also is called as "heavenly lake" by locals. It's an ideal place to take a spiritual journey.
Namtso Lake
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Rongbuk Monastery is located in the Shigatse Region, and to the north of the oblate Mt. Everest. There's a good point to take photographs of Mt.Everest.
Rongbuk Monastery
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Discover the top 15 things to do and places to visit in Tibet including Potala Palace, Namtso Lake, Yamdrok Lake, Mt. Everest, Mt.Kailash and more.
Top 15 Things to Do in Tibet
Nance
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What to pack for Tibet? This article gives you a detailed packing list to make you well-prepared for Tibet travel, especially for those first-time visitors.
Packing List for Your Tibet Travel
Cherry
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Here's an introduction to the people of Tibet from their lifestyle, history, food, language, traditions, architecture, religion, entertainment and more.
Tibetan People
Beatrice
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Karola Glacier is located at the junction of Nakartse and Gyantse in Tibet. This imposing glacier is only 300m from the main highway on your way to Gyantse.
Karola Glacier
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Better to know some etiquette and taboos of Tibet customs and traditions when you visit Tibet, to ensure you do not offend anyone by mistake.
Etiquette and Taboos in Tibet
Nance
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