The Four Noble Classes of Old Tibet: The Rise of the Midrak Aristocracy In modern times, the aristocracy of Old Tibet was divided into four distinct classes based on family background, political power, and other factors. These classes were: Yabshi ཡབ་གཞིས, Depon སྡེ་དཔོན, Midrak མི་དྲག, and Gerpa སྒེར་པ. Among these, the Midrak class, often described...Read More
When Was the Last Time You Visited a Museum? In today’s fast-paced world, visiting a museum is more than just an occasional outing; it’s a way to immerse yourself in history, culture, and art. Museums are sanctuaries of knowledge and inspiration, offering a break from our daily routines. If you’re planning your next holiday, consider...Read More
Ganden Monastery, located 40km east of Lhasa at an altitude of 4,200m, has a picturesque setting. The surroundings resemble a Dharma wheel and a lotus, adorned with auspicious emblems. There are dedicated pieces by the Dragon King and Yama protector, and Wanggu Mountain where Dharma King Songtsen Gampo performed initiations. The temple is surrounded by...Read More
Dadong Village, known as the most beautiful Tibetan village in China, is part of the government’s comprehensive poverty alleviation project. It aims to relocate low-income villagers from the “poor landscape pattern” into a new, well-planned and organized village. To boost income, unite scattered villagers to establish uniform factories and increase traditional handicraft production while maintaining...Read More
Explore the rich history and unique rituals of the Mizhu Tongmenlin Temple, the only surviving Bon Religion temple in Lhasa, Tibet. Discover its ancient ruins and the contrasting traditions with Buddhism.Read More
Exploring the Jokhang Temple’s Rich History and Magnificent Architecture In the heart of Lhasa’s historic district, you’ll find the revered Jokhang Temple, also known as “Tsuklakang.” Its history is intertwined with the birth of Lhasa itself, a city born from the temple’s initial name, “Rasa.” Over the centuries, under the rule of the Yuan, Ming,...Read More
Embark on a spiritual journey to Drepung Monastery, the prestigious seat of Ganden Phodrang in Tibet. Experience the rich history and religious significance of this ancient monastery, explore its sacred halls like Tshomchen and Ganden Potrang, and marvel at the exquisite artistry of Buddhist statues and murals. A visit to Drepung Monastery offers a unique...Read More
Discover the mystical Drachi Temple, a revered site dedicated to the Goddess of Wealth and Fortune. Explore the unique iconography of Drachi Lhamo, participate in ancient rituals for prosperity, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this sacred Tibetan sanctuary.Read More
About Sera Monastery Sera Thekchen Ling Monastery, also known as Sera Monastery, is among the six primary monasteries of the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It is referred to as one of the three significant monasteries of Lhasa, along with Drepung Monastery and Ganden Monastery, and is the most recent one among them. Sera Monastery...Read More
Embark on a journey through Barkhor Street, Lhasa's answer to Beijing's Chang'an Street, Chengdu's Chunxi Road, and Chongqing's Liberation Road. Uncover the essence of Tibet's snowy highlands as you wander along this ancient lane, brimming with history and stories. Barkhor Street, a vibrant artery in the heart of Lhasa, not only captures the city's memories...Read More
Embark on a scenic journey through Lhasa South Mountain Park, a new tourist hotspot in Lhasa City. Experience breathtaking trails across Routes A, B, and C, offering panoramic views of the iconic Potala Palace and the cityscape. Ideal for hiking enthusiasts and cultural explorers, the park showcases the beauty of Tibet with its natural landscapes...Read More
Sechen Lhatso is known to the local people as the Holy lake where the God of fortune (King of Naga) lives. It is located in the southeast of Riduo Township, Maldrogongka County, and north of Sangri County, Shannan Region. It is about 6 km from National Highway 318, and 124 km from Lhasa City, at...Read More
Princess Wencheng Live Opus “Princess Wencheng” is a grand Tibetan group dance and original ecological traditional song. Gorshey dance, Breaking Aga, Tibetan opera, and various unique Tibetan celebration dances are wonderful and colorful, which can be called a “living dictionary” of Tibetan culture. In a strong lineup of nearly 700 actors, this touching epic of...Read More
Norbulingka treasure Park is Summer palace and Garden Palace of 7th to the cunrrent Dalai lamas. It was built in the period of the 7th Dalai Lama Kalsang Gyatso, in the mid of 18th century. During summer time, Dalai lama spent their time in this Palace. This beautiful palace compound is located west of Potala...Read More
Ramoche Temple, a significant Buddhist monastery in Lhasa, now serves as the main Exoteric monastery for Tibetan Buddhism’s Tantra practices, known in Tibetan as “Gyuto Dratsang.” Situated 1,000 meters north of the ancient city of Lhasa, its full Tibetan name, “Gyatak Ramoche Lhakang,” translates to “Han Tiger Temple.” Princess Wencheng founded the temple in 641,...Read More
Peach Blossom Village, nestled 30 kilometers west of Qushui County’s town center, is aptly named for its abundant peach blossoms. The village is uniquely positioned in a deep mountain gorge, creating a microclimate that is both moist and comfortable, thanks to its special geographical location. This idyllic setting boasts a vegetation coverage rate of 30%,...Read More
The Lhasa River Segment Scenic Belt in Qushui County, marking the final stretch where the Lhasa River merges into the Yarlung Tsangpo River, boasts an exceptional natural environment. Thanks to heightened awareness and efforts in environmental protection, this section of the river within the county has become a “natural paradise” for various species of rare...Read More
The Qushui Bridge, located in the town of Qushui within Qushui County, marks a significant point in history. Formerly known as the Taga ferry, this location was pivotal for crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo River using boats. On August 1, 1966, the first modern large-scale road bridge across the Yarlung Tsangpo River was completed and opened...Read More
Introduction to Junba Fishing Village Junba Fishing Village, also known as “Tibet’s Fishing Village,” carries a name that in Tibetan, “Zunba,” originally pronounced as “Zengba,” means “Fisherman” or “Fisher.” This unique community is nestled on the southern bank of the Lhasa River in Chabalong Village, Qushui Town, within Qushui County. It is situated at the...Read More
Introduction to Namdruk Monastery Namdruk Monastery, also known as “གནམ་འབྲུག་སེ་བ་བྱང་ཆུབ་ཆོས་གླིང་དགོན” is nestled in the serene Namdruk Township within Qushui County. The name Namdruk, meaning “Heavenly Township” or “Realm of the Sky” in Tibetan, evokes images of a place touched by the divine. Founded in 1189 by the revered Kagyu monk Tsangpa Gyare (འགྲོ་མགོན་གཙང་པ་རྒྱ་རས་), the monastery...Read More
