Tibet has fascinated mankind for centuries. This land, amid the
mighty Himalayas and set upon the highest plateau of the world,
was long inaccessible to the outside world. Fortunately, the
doors have been opened to the 'Roof of the World' and foreigners
can now visit the 'Forbidden Land' of Tibet.
Tibet is a rich and beautiful land with an average altitude over
4,000m (13,120ft) above sea level. Possessing more than fifty
peaks above7,000m (22,960ft), Tibet is home to eleven Himalayan
mountains over 8,000m (26,240ft). China, India, Nepal, Sikkim,
Bhutan, Burma and Kashmir all border Tibet. Over two million
people inhabit this land of rich natural resources and ancient
cultures.
Spiritual traditions, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers,
and mighty snow clad peaks are just a few of the intoxicating
wonders to be experienced by adventurous travellers who get the
opportunity to visit this land. Buddhism, with a history of some
1,300 years is shaped into a unique form of "Lamaism". Tibetan
history, culture and religion are mixed together and infiltrate
every aspect of social life. Tibetan religious arts have a
distinctive style with adoption of Indian and Chinese Buddhist
influence, thus forming a pearl of Oriental Buddhist art. The
various people who live on the Tibetan plateau, such as
Tibetans, Monpas, Lhopas and Moslems, each have their own unique
of traditions of marriage, burial birth, and other ceremonies.
Festivals in Tibet are numerous providing many opportunities for
large and exciting celebrations. So come and visit a the land
rich in mountains, monks, mystery and adventure.
We are proud of our extensive knowledge and experience with
travel to Tibet. Some of the most beautiful and fascinating
places in the world lie within its borders. We specialize in
designing Tibetan journeys and pilgrimages to these places,
individually adapting them to meet your needs and desires. To
explore this unique country on one of our tailor-made tours is
an opportunity not to be missed.
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