Discover the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, Brahmaputra from its source to the Himalayan uplift, ancient drainage, and spectacular Yarlung Tsangpo Grand CanyonRead More
Explore the Nu River in Tibet, the upper Salween River. Discover its Tanggula Mountain headwaters, Nagqu grasslands, Jia Yu Gorge, Tibetan monasteries, and dramatic river valleys.Read More
The Lancang River, Upper Course of the Mekong The Lancang River (Lancang Jiang, 澜沧江) is one of the major rivers of southwestern China and the upper course of the Mekong River, one of Asia’s most important international waterways. Originating on the Tibetan Plateau in Qinghai Province, the river flows through the Tibet Autonomous Region and...Read More
Mount Kailash (Gang Rinpoche) Scenic Area closes October 20, 2026, due to heavy snow and icy roads. Read this travel advisory before planning your Kailash KoraRead More
Discover the Lhasa River and its tributaries, including Damqu, Pengbo River, Meldromarchu, Reting Tsangpo, Tölungchu and Nyemo Machu. Explore Tibet's river valleys, landscapes and local culture.Read More
Discover the history and spiritual significance of the Jowo Shakyamuni Buddha at Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, including Tibetan traditions, pilgrimage, history, and visitor etiquette.Read More
Learn how foreign nationals can visit Tibet for family visits, relationships, volunteering, Buddhist cultural exchange, business, and sports events. Understand Chinese visas, Tibet Travel Permits, travel arrangements, and application procedures.Read More
Zhol Town (ཞོལ་གྲོང་), the historic quarter beneath the Potala Palace in Lhasa, is scheduled to open a new visitor route on September 20, 2026. The route will allow visitors to explore historic residences, administrative buildings, a former prison, a treasury, and other heritage sites in the Zhol Town area. Unlike a visit to the main...Read More
Discover Gurugyam Monastery in Ngari, Tibet, a major Bon site near ancient Zhang Zhung ruins, sacred caves, archaeological discoveries and the legacy of Khyungtrul Rinpoche.Read More
Explore Tirthapuri Monastery in Ngari, Tibet, famous for its sacred hot springs, giant Mani walls, meditation caves, sacred rocks and Nyingma-Kagyu Buddhist heritage.Read More
