The Yak: Tibet’s Living “Treasure” of the Highlands Across the vast Tibetan Plateau, the yak is more than livestock—it is a lifeline. In Tibetan, the word for yak is often associated with “Nor,” meaning treasure. This name reflects its deep value in daily life, culture, and survival in one of the world’s most extreme environments....Read More
Explore Tibet’s rich pastoral culture and animal husbandry heritage. Discover how yak herding, transhumance, Tibetan festivals, and traditional ecological knowledge shape life on the Tibetan Plateau. animals support life and economy across the Tibetan Plateau.Read More
