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Tibet Travel Tips

When we talk about Tibetan cities, Lhasa would come to mind first as it's the most famous city in Tibet. Come and discover more cities in Tibet.
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If you're a vegetarian who plans to travel to Tibet, you don't have to worry that there are no vegetarian options. Here are vegetarian foods in Tibet.
Sherpa, the porter on the Himalayas.
Sherpa means people from the east in Tibetan, living scattered on both sides of the Himalayas. Sherpas are famous for being guides to climb Mount Everest.
Far view of the Himalayans at Gawula Pass
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
Travel Advisor
Mt.Everest map
Mount Everest is located on the border between Tibet and Nepal. It's the highest mountain in the world at 8,848 meters. Check maps of Mt.Everest.

Mount Everest Map

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Eric
Travel Advisor
Holy mountain Kailash
No one has ever summited Mount Kailash. Is mount Kailash unclimbable? Here're mysterious events and religious legends that might give you the answer.
Gama Valley Trek
Trekking in Tibet provides a unique and closer encounter with the natural beauty and spirituality of Tibet. Check out the greatest hikes that await you.
Norbulingka
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.
US tourists in Tibet
Americans can travel to Tibet via Chinese cities such as Beijing by flight or train. You also can travel to Tibet via Kathmandu by land or plane.
On the roof of Jokhang Temple
Plan your Tibet trip from the UK via China or Nepal, with flight routes, train tips, visa requirements, and Tibet Travel Permit info.
Mount Kailash
Mount Kailash Trek is a pilgrimage kora, which is 52km and it usually takes 2 to 3 days. It is one of the most strenuous and challenging treks for pilgrims.
Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiff, belonging to the mastiffs, is a large-sized dog with a fierce personality. Tibetan Mastiff originates in the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau.

Tibetan Mastiff

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
The summit of Everest looks like a lion.
Can you believe that Mount Everest is NOT the tallest mountain on the earth and Mount Everest is older than the Himalayas? See more interesting facts.
Mt. Kailash kora map
Mount Kailash Kora is the most pious pilgrimage for believers. Here are travel tips showing the maps and trekking details.
Worship Mt.Kailash
The best time to visit Kailash Mansarovar is from May to October. In terms of years, Kailash Kora in Horse Year and Mansarovar Kora in Goat Year is great.
Sadhguru and a group of worshippers at Mt.Kailash
For travelers from New Delhi, there're two easiest ways to go to Kailash Mansarovar. The most popular way is to travel overland via Kathmandu.
Tibetan Plateau
Tibetan Plateau is the world's highest plateau, known as the "roof of the world". Most areas are located in western China, and part of Kashmir.
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Kham is one of the 3 main traditional regions of Tibet, along with Ü‑Tsang and the Amdo. It includes parts of Sichuan, Tibet, Yunnan, and Qinghai Provinces.

Kham

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Catherine
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Tashi Delek is a simple Tibetan greeting word, conveying the wishes of blessing, good luck and happiness. Do you know the true and original meaning of it?

Tashi Delek

Freya
Travel Advisor
Natural scenery in Tibet
Many people may ask the question - 'How beautiful is Tibet?' well, the 20 pictures will give you the answer and inspire you to travel to Tibet.

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