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Tibet's Best: Top 20 Tibet Travel Experiences for Every Traveler

Tibet is such a uniquely spiritual place for every traveler. Tucked away on the lofty Qinghai-Tibet plateau, Tibet’s mysterious Buddhist culture, imposing alpine landscape, and lovely and deeply religious local Tibetans can satisfy your ultimate fantasy for the world's last Shangri-La and adventure.

Too many, the magic of Tibet lies in that after visiting Tibet, it will likely change the way you see the world and remain your best memories for years to come, unlike anywhere else you’ve been to.

So, in this article, we will walk you through the top twenty Tibet experiences and activities you can immerse yourself in exploring magical Tibet. It will thus help you to plan your Tibet tours and itineraries for a lifetime experience in Tibet.

1. Three-Day Mount Kailash Kora in Ngari

Duration: Three days
Highest Point: Drölma-la (5,650m)
Distance: 52km
Region: Nagri, western Tibet
Difficulty: Medium to difficult
Accommodation: Camping or monastery guesthouses
Start/Finish: Darchen
Best Time to Trek: May to mid-October

The map of the Kailash Manasarovar YatraThe classic 3-day Mount Kailash kora in western Tibet.

Mount Kailash, the holiest mountain in Asia, is considered to be the most sacred mountain amongst not only the Tibetans but also by a billion Buddhists and Hindus in many places of the world. Kora or the holy trek around Mount Kailash integrates the spiritual, cultural, and physical dimensions of a trip to Tibet. It is one of the most popular and toughest treks in Tibet, a true test of the mind and spirit.

A three-day Kailash pilgrimage around Mt. Kailash can erase the sins of a lifetime and bring an extra bonus and merit to your tour. Pilgrims from all around the world are involved in this kora around Mount Kailash during the Saga Dawa festival in May every year.

The whole trek from Lhasa to Kailash might take about ten to fourteen days, trekking via Gyantse, Shigatse and other places and passing through numerous monasteries. But the kora itself takes three days to complete.

Standing at an elevation of 6714m, the mount Kailash kora, demands walking around the charming holy mountain amongst snow and wilderness. Pilgrims usually start their journey as early as 3 am in the morning and the journey gets completed in 3pm, each day.

Darchen is the starting point of the kora route and in the first day, the pilgrims usually cover about 20km of distance.You will come across places like Chuku Monastery, Drirapuk Monastery, sites relevant for the Tibetan king Gesar of Ling. You will also witness the reverence of the innumerable pilgrims, prostrating before Mount Kailash. You might have to trek through Shershong. Learn the top 11 treks in Tibet.

Trekking around Mount KailashTravelers trek around Mt.Kailash

You may also pass small guesthouses and villages on your trekking route. You can sustain on instant Tibetan noodles which are not only healthy but also delicious. Thus the overall kora route around Mount Kailash is considered to be one of the best experiences of a person’s life. While you view the golden hue of the rising sun on the snow-clad summit of Mount Kailash, you will automatically feel energetic and refreshed all the more. Learn more about Mt. Kailash tours in Tibet.

2. Hike Potala Palace, the Winter Place of Dalai Lama

Potala Palace, a world heritage site, is one of the grandest palaces located in Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet Autonomous Region. It is one of the landmarks of Tibet, and also a must-visit site for most travelers to Tibet.

Visit Potala PalaceVisit Potala Palace in Lhasa.

The palace was the Dalai Lamas’ residence for winter and a spiritual and political central attraction. The palace almost resembles a fortress and it comprises of red palace and a white palace. The rooftops are embellished with gold plates and the palace has now become the heart of Tibetan pilgrimage and also a tourism site.

As the palace stands at an elevation of almost 12000 feet over the high altitude of Lhasa, hiking the palace is really a hard task. The stairs in the palace are zigzag in structure and therefore it is better not to make a hasty ascent. Try to take as much rest as possible and then hike through the stairs.

Visit Potala PalaceTravelers have a break while hiking the Potala Palace through the long staircase.

After you finally reach the top of the Potala Palace staircase, you will be rewarded with a grand view of the Lhasa valley downwards. To cherish the enigmatic history of Tibet, stroll through the long corridors. You can also visit the White Palace and the Red Palace which contain many murals, scrolls, and also a library. There are tombs of the previous Dalai Lamas in the Red Palace also.

You can bask in the history of the palace and witness the remarkable creativity of the Tibetans in the hanging murals, fabric paintings, historical texts, and the grand architecture of the palace itself. Dive deep into the history of Potala Palace.

After you explore the Potala Palace, you can stroll along the pilgrim path that encircles the foot of the Potala Palace or visit the Zhongjiao Lukang Park nearby and view the Potala Palace from behind and take a glimpse of how locals spend their day lives here.

3. Walk the Inner Kora in Jokhang Temple

Jokhang Temple, the holy center for Tibetan Buddhists, is also situated in downtown Lhasa. It is the holiest Buddhist temple in Tibet. Inside, there is a distinct kora or circumnavigation that is followed around this temple.

You can see queues of devout pilgrims shuffle up and down the stairways, and pat medieval doorways and millennium-old murals. On the kora, pilgrims spoon yak butter into lamps and bow their heads to sacred statues while chanting the Tibetan mantras and spinning the prayer wheels.

walk the kora inside Jokhang TempleWalk the kora inside the Jokhang Temple.

The biggest highlight of the inner kora of Jokhang Temple is following a long line of pilgrims in the dimly lit chambers to worship the life-size statue of a 12-year-old Buddha Sakyamuni.

Outside the Jokhang Temple, another kora around the Jokhang Temple mainly takes place through Barkhor Street, which is widely known as Barkhor Kora. The prostrating pilgrims start at the earliest dawn and continue till dusk. The pilgrims believe that involving in kora around Jokhang temple will provide them with religious solvency and merit.

Barkhor Street KoraBarkhor Kora outside Jokhang Temple.

Walking the kora both inside and around Jokhang Temple is considered to be one of the most authentic Tibetan experiences in Lhasa. Don’t miss out on that. Learn the top 8 kora routes in Tibet.

4. Taste Butter Tea, Sweet Tea, and Tibtan Food in a local Tibetan Teahouse

Drinking Butter tea is considered to be one of the favorite pastimes to Tibetans. If you do not taste a cup of butter tea in Tibet, your Tibet tour will be incomplete. The sweet tea and the butter tea are usually made of butter made from the milk of the Tibetan yaks.

The Tibetan butter tea is also known as Po cha in Tibet. It is made by adding salt, butter from the yak milk and churned tea. The tea used for butter tea is smoky, potent brick tea. This brick tea is obtained from Pemagul in Tibet.

The butter tea of Tibet has an acquired salty taste. It is extremely tasty and a bit thick. It is an integral part of Tibetan meal. It is usually made by boiling the water along with the tea. Then after boiling and straining the tea, the flame is switched off and then the salt and the butter are added.

making Tibetan butter teaTibetans making Tibetan butter tea.

The sweet tea from Tibet is not only an integral part of Tibetan meals but also a favorite pastime for Tibetans. It is very easy to make and only takes a few minutes. The main ingredients of this recipe are sugar, black tea, and powdered milk. It is made similar to the normal tea that people make at their homes.

enjoy sweet tea in local Tibetan sweet tea houseEnjoy sweet tea in local Tibetan sweet tea houses.

Both types of tea are very tasty and refreshing, so visiting Tibet demands testing them at least once. Learn more about the food and drink in Tibet.

5. Explore Mount Everest at EBC

Touted as one of the biggest highlights of Tibet travel, touring the Everest Base Camp (5,000m) is a must-have for every traveler.

Unlike the unflattering view of Mount Everest in Nepal, exploring EBC in Tibet offers you an unobstructed panoramic view of the entire north face of Mount Everest that will make your jaw drop. The best time to visit EBC is April, May, early June, September, October, and early November for the highest visibility of the peak.

enjoy sweet tea in local Tibetan sweet tea houseThe stunning view of Mount Everest at Tibet EBC at sunset.

Besides, you can go with your families and friends, including the kids and elderly, since you don’t need to trek to EBC as you do in Nepal. In Tibet, you can enjoy the scenic ride on the tour vehicle on the perfect paved road all the way from Lhasa to EBC with an oxygen supply and your local guide’s attentive care.

En route, you can gaze at the turquoise Yamdrok Lake, and marvel at the five highest peaks along the rolling Himalayas at Gawula Pass, i.e. Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Cho Oyu (8201m), and Shishapangma (8012m), and meet welcoming locals and explore a string of intriguing Tibetan monasteries, etc.

As the sunset paints the summit of Mount Everest in a golden hue, it is such a surreal experience that defies any words and camera. Another perk is to meditate in Rongbuk Monastery, the world’s highest monastery. Don’t forget to do the stargazing for the amazing starry night at EBC if you can brave the cold to venture out of your cozy bed.

amazing starry night at Tibet EBCEnjoy amazing starry night at Tibet EBC.

Of course, for trekking fans, you can opt to trek from Old Tingri to EBC or venture into the Gama Valley to discover the hidden views of the eastern slope of Mt. Everest. We offer you the trekking gear, yaks and porters, and expert local guides to fulfill your wanderlust.

6. Travel Overland from Lhasa to Kathmandu across the Mighty Himalayas

If you plan to combine the Tibet tour with an excursion to Nepal, then traveling overland from Lhasa to Kathmandu will be your best bet. The classic Tibet overland tour covers around 1,300km and takes 7 days via the scenic Friendship Highway before you exit the Gyirong border to verdant Kathmandu Valley.

On the way, you can explore all the iconic Tibetan monasteries and temples in Lhasa such as Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, etc., and feast your eyes on turquoise Yamdrok Lake and take epic Instagrammable photos of Mount Everest at EBC.

From EBC, you keep heading to Gyirong country via serene Pelku Tso Lake and Mt. Shishabangma (8,027 meters) and later follow the rollercoaster ride across the Himalayas to Kathmandu.

Additionally, for both bicycle and motorcycle enthusiasts, you can also pedal your bike or ride your motorbike from Lhasa to Kathmandu. Unlike traveling on a tour vehicle, it gives you free freedom to travel at your own pace and go off-the-beaten tracks to explore hidden Tibetan villages or Buddhist retreats.

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7. Cycling from Lhasa to EBC

For bike lovers, Tibet is a holy grail for adventure. It offers some of the most extreme and exhilarating mountain biking in the world. Of all the popular biking routes in Tibet, cycling from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp is considered to be one of the best cycling experiences.

The cycling takes a total of 15 days to complete. You are expected to take the Friendship Highway and pass through the Kamba La pass to Yamdrok Tso Lake, one of the top three holiest lakes in Tibet.

The path follows some of the most beautiful locations like the Karo La pass and the then Gyantse Dzong, Tashilhunpo Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum. When you will reach Gyatso-La, you will be encountering Mount Everest for the first time. Thereafter your journey will continue, being even tougher than the first cycling route.

cycling from Lhasa to EBCCycling from Lhasa to EBC on the great paved road in Tibet.

However to the cyclists, cycling through this route is like the best experience in their life. You will pass through Rongbuk valley and finally reach Mount Everest base camp. On the way, you will get rewarded by nature’s most exceptional creations like Mount Makalu, Mount Cho Oyu, Mount Shishapangma, Mount Lhotse, and other such snow-clad peaks while you pass through Gawula Pass.

BTW, cycling in Tibet is a real test of your lungs and mind, given the high altitude, thin air, and undulating roads. We can provide you with a professional cycling leader, backup truck, extra van, bike spare parts, medical kits oxygen supply hand-picked hotels, etc. to ensure your biking safety in Tibet. Please feel free to contact us when needed.

8. Visit the First Tibetan Monastery-- Samye Monastery

Samye Monastery, the first Tibetan academy, is located in the foot of Mount Hepo Ri on the northern bank of the Yarlung Tsanpo River. It is a heavily symbolic collection of chapels, chortens, and shrines.

The architecture of Samye Monastery is the foremost thing that attracts tourists from all over the world. Samye in the Tibetan language means ‘unexpected and full of surprise’. Indeed being the first academic institution of Tibet, Samye hordes lots of surprising and attractive elements for tourists. The architecture is the foremost of all. The Wuzi hall represents the center of the universe of Sumeru Mountain. There are two halls representing the sun and moon.

There are also four halls representing four oceans and along with it the twelve continents. There are red, green, black and white pagodas in the Samye monastery. The three floors of the monastery are constructed in Tibetan, Chinese and Indian style respectively.

explore Samye MonasteryExplore the Samye Monastery in Shannan Prefecture in Tibet.

Expect for this mind-boggling architecture, you can also witness the murals containing the history of the monastery and Tibetan Buddhism. Also there are biographical records of the Padmasambhava Buddha, the history of the monastery, and other scriptures propagating Tibetan Buddhism. Debate amongst the monks and nuns are held in the evening in the vicinity of the monastery. You can also attend that for your enlightenment.

Apart from the drive from Lhasa to Samye monastery, you can also trek from Ganden to Samye monastery, by following a legendary pilgrim route that connects these two significant Tibetan monasteries around Lhasa. We will cover that below, please read on.

9. Experience Scenic Qinghai-Tibet Railway to Lhasa

Visiting Tibet definitely demands a ride in the Tibet train or the Qinghai-Tibet railway. The world’s highest railway is a man-made world wonder and a delightful way to Tibet. It is considered to be one of the best creations of Tibetan engineers along with engineers from other parts of the world. Lots of hard work had been put into constructing a railway at such a steep altitude.

Qinghai-Tibet RailwayEnjoy the scenic Qinghai-Tibet Railway to Lhasa.

However definitely, the railway has made the connection between Tibet and other regions quite enjoyable. The train has not only sustained the threat of the huge altitude but it also provides utmost comfort to the passengers. It traverses through the greenery of Tibet along with the best scenic views.

Within the train, there are three types of coaches, soft sleepers, hard sleepers, and hard seats. Of all the three types of accommodation on the Tibet train, soft sleepers are the most comfortable. The attendants are very helpful, security is very tight and the safety issues are unquestionable.

Soft Sleeper of Tibet TrainThe cozy soft sleeper of Tibet Train.

There is a total food cabinet that contains a large variety of food and drinks. You will also get a dining cart that contains different varieties of food. They give three foods per day and it contains snow noodles, beef noodles, Crassulaceae, vegetables like carrots and turnips, and many other types of noodles.

There is an elaborate system of oxygen and pressure maintenance within the train. In the soft berth sleepers, you will get charging points also. Even within the compartments, you will get the boxes announcing the altitudes and the names of the stations it passes through. Learn the top 20 Tibet train faqs.

10. Tour the Great Three Gelugpa Monasteries in Lhasa: Sera, Drepung, and Ganden Monastery

Evolving from Bon, the native religion in Tibet, nowadays, Tibetan Buddhism consists of four vibrant sects, i.e. Gelugpa (Yellow hats), Sakya, Kagyu (Black hats), and Nyingma (Red hats).

Of these four Tibetan Buddhist sects, the Gelugpa sect, founded by Tibetan master Tsongkhapa, is the most influential one with the largest disciples. In Lhasa, the great three Gelupa monasteries are the Sera, Drepung, and Ganden monasteries. While the Ganden Monastery is where Tsongkhapa found the Gelupa sect.

In these three monasteries, you will find innumerable scriptures about the Gelugpa sect of Buddhism. Not only that there are valuable murals, wall paintings, and statues of Buddhas in many different postures. Do not miss the afternoon monk debate at Sera.

Monk Debate in Sera MonasteryMonk debate in the Sera Monastery.

There is also a trek route specifically combining these three monasteries of Tibet that are considered to be the hearts of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Even the famous yogurt festival or the Shoton festival takes place in the Drepung monastery and Sera monastery. In Ganden monastery, you will witness the butter lamp festival. There are grand Thangkas about Buddhist teachings.

Thus touring these three monasteries is a must, especially during festivals like Shoton festivals. The Buddha painting unfolding ceremony at Drepung during the annual Shoton Festival is the most memorable and impressive.

11. Join the Celebration of the Saga Dawa Festival

Saga Dawa Festival is the most important cultural festival of Tibet, occurring annually. Thousands of pilgrims would pour into Lhasa to visit the monasteries and make a ritual walk around the 8km Lingkhor path. It is the celebration of the day Sakyamuni was born and attended Nirvana or enlightenment. It occurs in the fifteenth day of the fourth month, according to the Tibetan calendar.

Saga Dawa FestivalSaga Dawa Festival in Mount Kailash.

The festival witnesses the bringing down of flag pole of Tarpoche and instilling it with the new prayer flags and hadas. It is a great opportunity for tourists to experience Tibetan people’s devoutness. During this festival, the local people visit Mount Kailash beforehand. And there is an annual biggest party at Mt. Kailash during the festival.

To celebrate this festival, the tip of the flagpole is pointed towards the Gyangdrak monastery and while the people do that, the monks of that monastery perform special rituals and chant mantras. Music plays and trumpets and conch shells are blown to welcome the flag-raising ceremony. Thus becoming a part of this happy and elaborate festival is a must-do while visiting Tibet.

12. Visit Guge Kingdom, the Lost Xiangxiong Kingdom in Ngari

Guge Kingdom relics in Ngari is one of the very famous tourist attraction spots of western Tibet. It consists mainly of the ruins of the old summer palace. The ruins contain some 800 caves and 400 rooms along with secret paths, arm storerooms, pagodas, fortresses, granaries and different kinds of burial places.

Guge Kingdom in Western TibetExplore the Guge Kingdom in Western Tibet.

There are five temples located in the precincts of the ruins. These temples are known as the White temple, Red Temple, Samsara Temple, Imperial Palace and Assembly Palace. The ruin covers a very large area of land.

The whole ruin shows the intricate construction of an entire kingdom with footpaths, residences, higher platforms signifying kings’ palaces and secret tunnels to ensure the kingdom’s safety. The ruin not only hordes the elaborate picture of an entire kingdom but also contains many artifacts, murals, and pictures of Sakyamuni and royal families.

The temples are the storehouse of the history of the kingdom and contain many different scriptures. The total ruin is just the epitome of the rich culture of Tibet. The ruins of the Guge Kingdom leave us a mystery. Why did such a grand kingdom disappear overnight? Maybe you can find some clues and rise to fame overnight.

13. Embark on the Classic Ganden to Samye Monastery Trek

Duration: Four days
Highest Point: Shuga-la (5,250m)
Distance: 80km
Region: Lhasa to Shannan Region, Tibet
Difficulty: Medium to difficult
Accommodation: Camping
Start/Finish: Ganden/Yamalung
Best Time to Trek: Mid-May to mid-October

Ganden to Samye Trekking Map Scenic trek from Ganden to Samye Monastery.

Ganden to Samye trek in Tibet is considered to be one of the most popular trek routes in Tibet. The classic 4-day trek between two famous monasteries takes you past herder’s camps, high alpine lakes, three passes over 5000m and one Guru Rinpoche hermitage. In the trekking route, much of the religious cultural sites and Buddhism sites are covered.

The path further covers wonderful and tranquil settings of sacred sites, lush alpines, meadows and Tibetan villages along with the herder’s camp. The trek involves an altitude change from 4180m of Ganden monastery to 3540m of Samye monastery.

The best time to trek is from mid-May to mid-October. In this trek, you will come across the various beauties of Tibet like the nomads, barren desert like lands near Samye monasteries and the yaks grazing in the alpine meadows. The trek therefore acquaints you not only with the raw beauties of Tibet but also with the two of the most important monasteries of Tibet namely Ganden and Samye monasteries.

14. Stroll along the 3 Holiest Lakes in Tibet: Yamdrok, Namtso, and Manasarovar Lakes

Located on the roof of the world, Tibet is not short on spectacular, remote, turquoise alpine lakes. The top three holy lakes of Tibet, namely Yamdrok Tso, Namtso, and Manasarovar, are extraordinarily beautiful. The serene climate of the three lakes is bound to sweep you off your feet. All three lakes are surrounded by snow-clad mountain peaks that increase the beauty manifold.

Namtso Lake is considered to be the second-highest lake in Tibet and has turquoise blue water. It is very popular for its turquoise blue color. The water seems to have a changing color as the crystal clear water reflects all the changing colors of the sky.

Vsiit Heavenly Namtso LakeExplore heavenly Namtso Lake and Tashi Dor Island nearby.

The Manasarovar lake is also huge and very beautiful, standing adjacent to Mount Kailash. Also, the Yamdrok tso lake, which in the Tibetan language means heavenly, indeed is the most beautiful lake in Tibet, exuding heavenly charm. These three lakes are considered to be holy by the Tibetan people. Not only that an elaborate kora route is followed around these three lakes. Thus, visiting these lakes is a must for tourists.

15. View Enchanting Gyantse County from Gyantse Kumbum

The giant chorten at Gyantse is unique in the Himalayas. Climbing Gyantse Kumbum is an ethereal experience in Tibet. It has a height of 32m and a golden crown with white stripes. You will find many small chapels and many exquisite paintings within the stupa and it also contains one of the longest statues of Tsongkhapa. When you enter the Kumbum or the stupa, you have to take a clockwise direction and climb up to the sixth floor by following the pilgrims chanting mantras.

Gyantse KumbumThe Nepali-style Gyantse Kumbum.

As you spiral around and up the nail-shell-shaped building, you pass dozens of alcoves full of serenely painted Buddhas, bloodthirsty demons and unrivaled Tibetan art. On your way, you will come across numerous small chapels and many other artifacts, along with the paintings. The overall architecture of the place is bound to entice you all along. Finally, you pop out onto the golden eaves, underneath all-seeing eyes, for fabulous views of Gyantse fort and ancient town.

16. Add Your Prayer Flags to the High Pass

Prayer flags are in vogue in Tibet. In Barkhor Street, you will get to buy a number of such flags. People even buy them and take them to your home. These prayer flags are written with Buddhist mantras and are very colorful.

Hang Tibetan prayer flagsHang Tibetan prayer flags at the mountain pass.

Tying such flags are like wish-granting methods in Tibet. People tie such flags to export their wishes to god directly. Near almost all the religious sites, the flags are tied. Even in the high passes, the flags are tied as an act of showing reverence and wishing to god. Why not add your prayer flags to a high pass? They will bring you good luck.

17. Join the Koras and Pilgrims in Tibet

When traveling in Tibet, you will see wizened old pilgrims twirling prayer wheels, rubbing sacred rocks, and walking around temples, sacred mountains, and lakes. Kora means nothing but the circumnavigation of a holy place or temple, often prostrating in the act of reverence.

The kora is done while chanting mantras and circumnavigating the place. The kora usually occurs in places like Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar Jokhang Temple, Namtso Lake, and in many such places. It involves a well-planned itinerary of trekking.

Local pilgrims kora in Mount KailashLocal pilgrims kora in Mount Kailash.

Each and every kora in Tibet has some new experience to gift to you. It involves continuous walking from dawn to dusk. But the kora is a very charming experience. Joining the kora with the band of pilgrims, and chanting the Tibetan mantras solemnly is considered to be a very good option once you visit Tibet.

18. Meditate in Drak Yerpa Monastery

If you are looking for a Tibet spiritual tour that involves Buddhist meditation, yoga practice, or a leisurely trek (kora), etc. in Tibet, then, Drak Yerpa Monastery, located around 30km from downtown Lhasa, is a must-visit in your Tibet tour.

What strikes you first is the location of Drak Yerpa monastery as it is completely hanging above the cliff. To get to the Drak Yerpa, you need to hike along the winding stone staircase. It can be a bit challenging since this Buddhist meditation retreat is 4,300 above sea level. But, the sweeping view of Yerpa Valley is your best reward.

Inside the Drak Yerpa, you can meditate in the holy meditation cave in which the Guru Rinpoche and Atisha, King Songtsen Gampo used to meditate. If you have more time, you can combine the Drak Yerpa Monastery visit with Ganden Kora nearby.

19. Marvel at Exquisite Murlas and the Largest Buddhist Scriptures in Sakya Monastery

Sakya Monastery is the main Buddhist site of the Sakya sect in Tibetan Buddhism. Different from Gelupa Monastery, the grey and white color of the exterior of Sakya Monastery makes it instantly recognizable and eye-catching.

Originally, Sakya Monastery is designed for defensive purposes. Today, you can still see watchtowers on each corner of its square high walls. Inside the Skya Monastery, you can see a huge drum and white conch shell given by Kublai as gifts to the monastery.

However, the real draw of the Sakya Monastery is its famous library where around 24,000 texts comprising 8848 reams of scripture are stored here from the floor to the ceiling. Some of the manuscripts displayed are written in gold and are over 800 years old. Because of that, Sakya Monastery is seen as a treasure house of Tibetan Buddhism.

Sakaya MonasterySakaya Monastery Buddhist scriptures.

So, do come and soak up the sacred atmosphere and reams of ancient Buddhist scriptures inside this impressive monastery.

20. Visit Tibetan Families and Join Their Farm Labor

Your Tibet trips will remain incomplete without some interactions with the Tibetan people, especially the Tibetan folk people, and visiting their farm laborers.

In the remote Tibetan villages and other areas, especially among the Tibetan Sherpas or the shepherds,a lot of unique ways of farming like separating the land and rearing the cattle, and making of crafts can be observed. Visiting the Tibetan families and staying with them, enjoying their farm labors is all together a different experience.

Join local Tibetans for farm workJoin local Tibetans for farm work.

You will get close to the lifestyle of such people, their way of farming. Also, you will see, how in the monsoons when the crops cannot be cultivated, they indulge in their free time in making handicrafts and chang or Tibetan wine from barley and rice, mainly the barley and wheat. Moreover, you will also get to see how they rear yaks and other cattle.

Conclusion

Visiting Tibet once is not enough as every nook and corner of Tibet demands a visit from you. Thus while we list the following top twenty experiences, you will get to know why Tibet will propel you to visit her again and again. Moreover, when you get a glimpse of the Tibetan culture and enigmatic traditions, you are bound to go back to Tibet to enjoy such customs and traditions. If you find any of the above Tibet experiences interesting and plan to visit Tibet, don’t hesitate to email us for free inquiry. Cheers!

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Currently working as a customer service manager in Lhasa, Kunga used to study business overseas and got his Bachelor of Business in Nepal and India before moving back to his homeland. With pure passion for life and unlimited love for Tibet, Kunga started his guide career as early as 1997.

As a legendary Tibetan guide with 22 years of guide experience, Kunga was awarded the Gold Medalist of China’s Best Tour Guide in 2019, marking the pinnacle of his career. Today, Kunga loves sharing his wealth of Tibetan knowledge through travel articles and stands ready to offer prompt support whenever our guests need help in Lhasa.

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