Tibet Tour takes you to the region, governed as an autonomous region of China, Tibet is primarily a Buddhist territory. The Tibetan language is its primary language. It is popularly known as the roof of the world. It is geographically stunning, but at the mention of its name one’s brain is flooded with the ideas and images of Buddhism, and it is justifiably appropriate. Buddhism reached Tibet in the 7th century.
Though tourism brings in considerable revenue, its economy hugely depends on agriculture.
With an average elevation of 5,000 m, it is the highest region on Earth, covering much of the Tibetan Plateau and one-fourth of China’s territory. Lhasa is the Capital of Tibet.
The Potala Palace and the Norbulingka, once the residences of the Dalai Lama, are the world heritage sites in Lhasa. Jokhang and Ramoche Temple are important monasteries there.
Tibetan art, which you will find awe-inspiring, is deeply influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Appealingly vibrant thangka paintings and mandalas mainly depict various forms of Buddha. Likewise, the architecture too is molded by Buddhism. There you will see the Buddhist wheel with two dragons on almost every Gompa. The Chortens vary from roundish to squarish. You will be amazed by their distinctly built houses to conserve heat and let enough sunlight in. With over one thousand rooms, the 13-storied Potala Palace is an architectural exemplary. It will leave you in absolute in awe.
You would certainly love to have their cuisine. Barley being the most important crop, momos and tsampas is a staple food. Meat dishes are exclusively from yak and goat. You will relish yak yogurt, butter, and cheese. In fact, butter tea is unmissable.
Tibet Tour gives you a great opportunity for you to explore the cultural and natural riches of Tibet. Fine arts of the monasteries in Lhasa will amaze you. You will learn a lot about Tibetan Buddhism. The people in ancient villages, some of which you will be driven across, seem to have a nomadic lifestyle. All in all, it will be a terrific experience!
