Don’t miss out on a trip to Lhasa when you plan your first cross-border jaunt over the Himalaya…
1,300-year-old Potala Palace in Tibet gets annual facelift; Huaxia; Xinhua
Tibetans look to tourism to end isolation; Marco Ferrarese; Nikkei
Globalization is shaping a new future for Tibetan Autonomous Region…
The 12 Most Beautiful Places In Tibet; WOW TRAVEL
Nestled among the mighty Himalayas, to the north of India, lays the mystical land of Tibet. It is the highest habitable place on the face of this earth lying at an average elevation of 5000 m above the level of the sea. A place where you can touch the sky, if anybody is asked what…
An aerial view of one of the world’s highest cities; China Daily
Elevated 3,650 meters and lying in the center of the Tibetan Plateau, Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world, with its surrounding mountains rising to 5,500 meters.
The Stories Behind Some of the Iconic Sites of Goway’s World; Robert Glazier; Goway
Every historic structure has a tale to tell, especially when they are world-renowned. We are all aware of the following list of attractions, but perhaps unaware of the story behind them. Just to experience them is one thing, but to find out how they came to be is another. This is not meant to be …
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This is How to Travel Tibet – The Reality of the Roof of the World; Becki Enright; Borders Of Adventure
This is how to travel Tibet and experience its ancient culture. Everything you need to know about how to enter, getting around and the reality of visiting.
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Tibet making ticket reservations more efficient; Palden Nyima/Daqiong; China Daily
Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, opened its online ticket reservation service on Sunday to help manage the number of visits during peak tourism season, the palace’s management office said.
Jokhang Temple holds its first Tibetan calligraphy exhibition; Xinhua
Jokhang Temple, the most revered monastery in Lhasa, capital of southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, held a Tibetan calligraphy exhibition from Monday to Tuesday, the first of its kind ever in history.
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Xinhua Headlines: China launches largest ancient books protection at Potala Palace; Xiang Bo; Xinhua
Toll-free entry, cheaper hotels spur travel to Tibet; China Daily
On the 60th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising, activists say the ‘resistance spirit’ is still alive; PRI
It’s been 60 years since the Tibetan uprising in Lhasa prompted the Dalai Lama to flee his palace.
Top 5 Things To Do When On the Roof Of The World, Tibet; Ayushi Kushwaha; CEOWORLD magazine
Tibet is much more than we know of it. Carrying on its shoulder a rather fancy and formidable sobriquet, Tibet has become a favourite tourist across the globe—and there are enough reasons to support its massive popularity. Having emerged in the 7th century, the Tibetan Plateau region (which is historically called Tibet) is home to […]
Source: Top 5 Things To Do When On the Roof Of The World, Tibet. | CEOWORLD magazine
PART TWO: Medford couple reaches new heights in Tibet; Laura Duggan; Wicked Local
Editor’s note: This is part two of a three-part series by Medford’s Laura Duggan, chronicling her recent trip to China and Tibet.Next on our schedule was Tibet. Our guide had the special permit required to enter that “autonomous region” of China. Nestled in the Himalayas, it’s known as “The Roof of the World.” The capital of Lhasa is situated 12,000 feet above sea level, making it necessary to move slowly when you arrive. Steve and I had opted to
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Train to Lhasa; Shruti Bajpai; Evening Standard
‘Lhasa is more than the Unesco World Heritage Sites it boasts of. It is more than a gateway to the mighty Himalayas.’ ‘It is about the warmth of its people: Unsaid, unspoken, but felt everywhere,’ discovers Shruti Bajpai. | Train to Lhasa
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Potala Palace renovation project almost complete; Palden Nyima & Daqiong; China Daily
The renovation project involving part of the Golden Roof of the Potala Palace is almost completed and awaiting inspection by the National Cultural Heritage Administration.
Discover Tibet’s Breathtaking Palace in the Clouds; Clarissa Wei; National Geographic
Potala Palace is one of the most well-known spiritual sanctums in the world.
What You Need to Know for A Tibet Nepal Tour; AGreekAdventure
Believed to be the most likely places of fictional Shangri-La, Tibet and Nepal, are popular to hikers for multiple activities. How to get & hike there? Read…
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Ten Iconic Sites to See on an Asia Vacation; Robert Glazier; Goway
The most outstanding sites to visit on an Asia vacation are numerous and should not be missed. What’s on your bucket list?
Non-stop prayer and yak momos: Exploring the Tibetan capital of Lhasa; Sadie Whitelocks; Daily Mail
MailOnline Travel’s Sadie Whitelocks ventured to Lhasa in Tibet, one of the highest cities in the world at 11,995ft. Here she describes it as a feast for the senses.
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