Tibet Travel Guide

Every year on the 15th day of the fourth Tibetan lunar month, Tibetan Buddhists celebrate their most sacred annual festival — the Saga Dawa Festival. Often regarded as [...]

Dreaming of riding the world's highest railway — the Qinghai-Tibet Railway — but worried about altitude sickness? For most Taiwanese travelers joining a Tibet tour group, we typically recommend [...]

Malaysia and Singapore's 30-day visa waiver to China has come into effect; travel to Tibet still requires a Tibet Entry Letter TTP. This article teaches you: Tibet Entry Letter aliases, application information, process and duration, flight/train differences, additional documents such as border guard certificates, and more than the visa waiver after the Chinese visa application steps and FAQs.

Planning a trip to Tibet, Qinghai, Jiuzhaigou in Sichuan, or the Garzê-Sêrtar region of western Sichuan — but worried about altitude sickness? For many travelers, the biggest concern before departure is: "Will I get altitude sickness?" [...]

When planning a trip to Tibet, altitude sickness is the number one concern for most travelers — and close behind it, one of the most frequently asked questions is: "Should I bring supplemental oxygen?" and "What happens if I don't?" [...]

A truly "quiet and weighty" Tibetan institution-type monastery, the Gyeryongzonglin Monastery (Tibetan: གཡུང་དྲུང་གླིང་, English: Yungdru [...].

Many people who first hear about “Laigu Glacier” and “Yalong Glacier” often feel confused — both are said to be close to Ranwu Lake, right? So are they actually the same place, or completely different?

In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the Year of the Horse is associated with Kailash, and it is believed that the merit will be multiplied. So, how many rounds of merit does one round in the Year of the Horse equate to? How many days does it take to complete the circle? This article provides a one-stop guide from concept to itinerary.
Tibet’s weather can change dramatically due to its high altitude — bright sunshine during the day, chilly nights, and strong UV rays all year round. This article provides a complete overview of Tibet’s climate, the best months to travel, and clothing tips, helping you choose the most comfortable and scenic time to visit.