Tibet Travel Tips for Global Chinese
Planning a trip to Tibet but not sure which travel agency to choose? This is one of the most common dilemmas before departure. There’s a lot of information online—some people recommend travel agencies with good reputations, while others suggest different options […]
Tibetan festivals are a chapter of faith and life. From the Tibetan New Year in Lhasa at the beginning of the year to the Lantern Festival and the Night of Kuttu at the end of the year, Tibetans [...]
Saga Dawa Festival | Tibet’s Most Sacred Month of Prayer & Pilgrimage (Kora & Temple Circuits Guide)
Every year on the 15th day of the fourth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar, Tibetan Buddhism observes its most sacred festival — the Saga Dawa Festival. This auspicious occasion commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Buddha Shakyamuni.
When traveling to Tibet, the biggest concern for most people is altitude sickness. Next, one of the most frequently asked questions is: “Should I bring oxygen with me?” “Will I be able to breathe normally up there?”