Tibet General Information

Tibet, the Roof of the World, remained unknown to the world until the beginning of the 20th century. The massive, snowy land has exerted an awesome draw on travelers and adventurers ever since. Its majestic scenery, mysterious and exotic religious culture, and wonderful people, reward every tourist with an indelible life long memory!
Tibet is an autonomous region of China bordered by Nepal, India, Burma and Bhutan. It covers a massive 1,220,000 square kilometers (470,920 square miles), which is about 12.8 % of China’s landmass. With an average height of 4,000 meters above sea level, Tibet consists of some of the world's highest mountains. The Himalayas to the south, the Karakoram to the west, and the Kunlun to the north are the dream lands of adventurers and mountaineers. Tibetan people are warm and hospitable and tourists can visit local families and experience the daily life of Tibetan people. Holidays and festivals are the most important days in Tibet. Enjoying the local food and dancing with Tibetans is the best way to celebrate these joyful times. Buying some typical handicrafts in Barkhor Street or from other authentic vendors will just add to your visit.