Travel Advice and Tips
Here, we show you some practical travel tips to help you plan better before you go and deal with emergencies or unpredictable situations on your trip. If you choose us, we will do our best to provide you with first-class service and sincere travel tips and suggestions.
The Pelkor Chode Monastery is located in Gyantse, Tibet. It is a rare temple in Tibetan Buddhism where the three sects of Sakya, Kagyu and Gelug coexist.
Pelkor Chode Monastery
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The Himalayas mainly stand in five countries, namely, China(Tibet), Nepal, Bhutan, India and Pakistan. See Himalayan Countries on the map.
Himalayan Countries
Zoe
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Everest Post Office was first established in May 2001. It's the highest post office in the world with an altitude of 5200 meters.
World' Highest Post Office
Jennie
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Check the top 10 treks, including Mt.Kailash Kora, Ganden Monastery to Samye, Tsurphu Monastery to Yangpachen, and so on. Read more.
Trekking in Tibet
Zoe
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There's no concept of absolute evil demons as all sentient beings can improve their karma through practice in Buddhism. Here're the top 10 demo-like deities.
Top 10 Demonic Deities in Tibetan Buddhism
Eric
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Yarlung Tsangpo River originates from Jiemayangzong Glacier of the Himalayas in southwest Tibet. It flows out of China through Pasighat.
Yarlung Tsangpo River
Merry
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The Himalayas are located in Tibet, Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Bhutan. 9 out of the top 10 peaks in the world are in the Himalayan mountain range.
Himalayan Mountains
Freya
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Shigatse has a temperate and semi-arid climate. It’s cool and cold on most days of the year and it could be divided into the rainy season and the dry season.
Shigatse Climate and Weather
Beatrice
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Tibetan Monks are a mysterious group in Tibetan Buddhism. Have you ever imagined the inside picture? Here's a brief introduction to their daily lives.
Tibetan Monks
Eric
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Labrang Monastery is located in Xiahe County, Gansu Province. It's one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug Sect(Yellow Sect) of Tibetan Buddhism.
Labrang Monastery
Jennie
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Canggu Nunnery is the only nun temple in Lhasa downtown. It's well-known for the practicing cave of Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo.
Canggu Nunnery
Zoe
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Looking for Tibet tours on a budget? you may consider joining a Tibet group tour, which is much cheaper. See more ways to save costs for your Tibet trip.
How to Plan a Tibet Tour on a Budget?
Mark
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When going to Tibet, you would be advised you not to mention Tibet during your China Visa application. But why it is so? Check more for detailed info.
Why Not Mention Tibet During Your China Visa Applying
Eric
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The ultimate guide about how to get to Everest Base Camp in Nepal and Tibet separately. Check EBC trekking routes, transportation means, and more.
How to Get to Everest Base Camp?
Eric
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If you go on a long trip in Tibet, your guide and driver will be expected a tip at the end, assuming all went well and a satisfactory service is provided.
How to Tip Guide & Driver in Tibet?
Apple
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