Holy Mount Kailash has an altitude of 6,714 meters. It is the main peak of the Gangdise mountains which extend more than 1,100km. Mt. Kailash in Tibetan means “Treasure Snow Mountain” which is commonly esteemed as the “King of the holy mountains” In Buddhism, Hinduism, Bobo religion and Jainism. In the pilgrimage season, pilgrims of…
Potala Palace, the landmark of Lhasa and Tibet
Located on the southern slope of the Red Hill, the Potala Palace was built along the hill. It is the No.1 “must-visit” attraction in Lhasa city during your Tibet tour. In 1994, it was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List because it is a treasure house of Tibetan history, religion, culture and art. It…
Tibetan Prayer Stone Carving shows the original history and culture of Tibet.
In Tibet, Prayer Stones serve the important religious purposes. Buddhists make these prayer stones not only for themselves, but for all sentient being. Usually, the stones are carved for faithful Tibetan prayers to gain positive conditions, such as a long life, health and success; and to overcome negativities and obstacles for the deceased. The stones…
How to make Tibetan Momos (Dumplings)
In Tibet, momos were considered traditionally as one of a Tibetan family food – something to be made together and be eaten in the family kitchen. Nowadays, it have become the popular Tibetan dish, and everyone talks about it and loves it. There are four steps to make a momo: Step 1: Knead the dough…
The Inner and Outer Kora of Mount Kailash
Located in the far west of Tibet, Mount Kailash, Gang Rimpoche in Tibetan language, is one of the holiest mountains of the world, adored by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Bonpo. It is really worthy to take the Mt. kailash Kora tour, even you are not a pilgrim. Besides Mt. Kailash, there are other highlights for…
Learn How to make Tangka When You Don’t Travel to Tibet
Are you interested in making Tibetan Tangka? There is a German girl, Koko who has great interest to in painting Tangka. So she and her friends explore the Jiarong Tibetan Village – Zhuokeji Headman’s Office in Sichuan. Sanlang Luoerwu, one of the local Jiarong Tibetan, who is the inheritor of Jiarong Tibetan Tangka. He started…
Good News: Tibet Entry Permit in 2016
News: according to the information in 2015, Tibet would be closed for the International toursits from Tibetan New Year to the end of March. Tibet local travel agencies can not apply the Tibet Entry Permit of their customers during the period. In 2016, there is a good news: Tibet Entry Permit application will not be…
Draksum Tso Lake, a beautiful lakes in Tibet
Draksum-tso Lake is the best one among many beautiful lakes in eastern Tibet. It lies about 30km on the road from Lhasa to Nyingchi. It is easy to get there by car. People always make a day tour from Lhasa to Nyingchi and make a small detour to Braksum-tso enroute. The area around lake Draksum…
The Beautiful Photos from Kashgar to Ali
The Photos were taken by Sara and her customers from Kashgar to Lhasa via Ali.
Tibetan Traditional New Year (Losar)
In Tibet, one of the most celebrated festivals is Tibet Traditional New Year. ( 2016 Tibetan New Year falls on February 9th. It is OK to plan a special Tibet New Year Festival Tour before Feb. 20th. ) From the beginning of December of Tibetan Calendar, Tibetan begin busy with the preparation of New Year…
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