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Tibet - the name itself invokes a sense of mystery and magic. Spread over a vast expanse of high altitude desert beyond the Himalayas this ancient kingdom is truly the last of the Shangri-Las. Often referred to as the roof of the world the region is untamed, wild and alluring. The high rising mountains, azure blue lakes and snow capped peaks against the backdrop of one of the richest cultures preserved in its primordial state give a visitor the feeling of having made the trip - gratifying and delightful. A trip to this awesome country is a passage back into time - a look at the past. The magnificent landscape, exquisite monasteries and age-old culture leave an everlasting mark. The spiritual and religious nature of Tibetans is evident everywhere. The sights and sounds of the country - be it the monks chanting prayers or prayer flags fluttering in the breeze - are replete with religious tones. Nowhere in the world is religion so much a part of everyday life. Although it is an uncomfortable, remote and hard destination, it also offers glimpses into one of the most fascinating old civilizations and one of the most dramatic mountain lands. It is truly one of the last frontiers for discovery and exploration. All trips are of an expeditionary nature but if you travel with an open mind Tibet be a truly unique and rewarding experience. |
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| Tour : |
| We will provide itinerary 3 days to 16 days as your demand. |
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| Trekking : |
| We will provide itinerary 5 days to 35 days as your demand. |
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| Expedition : |
| We will provide itinerary 45 days to 70 days as your demand. |
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| Geography: |
| With an average elevation of over 4,000 m. which is often called the "Roof of the World." Southern Tibet is located in the Himalayas . Tibet is also one of the most isolated areas on earth, with most of the people living in elevations ranging from 1200 m to 5100 m. Tibet with it's mountains is the source and dividing line of the Asian continent's major rivers. |
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| History: |
Tibet 's history can be traced back to the 7th century to the reign of the 33rd Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo of the Tsanpo Dynasty. Gampo is considered the greatest of the rulers for he unified the country and made Lhasa the capital and was responsible for the construction of the magnificent Potala Palace (in Lhasa ) and the Temple of Jokhang .
Dalai Lama ruled over Tibet from 1642 to till 1951. Than Tibet was declared an Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China, in 1959, and the Dalai Lama, who had led a rebellion against the Chinese and continues to crusade for Tibet's independence, was exiled from the region. The Dalai Lama moved to India , and today heads an international movement for the freedom of Tibet . |
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| Religion: |
The religion in Tibet is Buddhism and has played a very major part in the political life of the area. The religious head of the Tibetans, the Dalai Lama, is the main spokesman for independent rule and considered by all Tibetans.
There are four main Buddhist sects in Tibet , the Gelugopa (the Yellow sect), the Nyingmapa (the Red sect), the Saturdaykyapa (the Variegated sect) and the Kagyapa (the White sect).
There's a minority of about 2000 Muslims and just a few who believe in Shamanism (which was a major faith at one time), but the bulk of the population is Buddhis. |
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| Festival: |
| In Tibet , there are many festivals throughout the year. Dancing monks Festival in the Year End (February-March); Losar "New Year Festival" (February-March), Tsurphu Festival (May-June) ; Duchen Festival held in Lhasa around August-September. |
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| Climate: |
Tibet is cool in summer but freezingly cold in winter. In Lhasa , temperature may exceed 29 in summer and minus 16 in winter. The sunlight in Lhasa is so intense that the city is called Sunlight City . April to October is the best time to visit Tibet . |
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| People : |
| Tibetans, Menpa, Luopa, Han Chinese, Hui, Sherpa and few Deng people living in Tibet while Tibetans are the main inhabitants on the plateau. Traditionally farmers settled in small villages, mainly growing barley while the roaming nomads earned their living by herding yaks and sheep. Most Tibetan in the cities fell to craftsman. Nowadays more and more people step into business. Their language belongs to Sino-Tibetan phylum. |
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| Entering Tibet |
Visitors can enter Tibet directly by air or by land. The 1 and half hour Trans- Himalayan flight between Lhasa and kathmandu is one of the most expectacular journeys by air in the world.
By Land: Zhangmu, the doorway to Tibet is a small town across BhoteKoshi, perched on a hill about 123 kms. away from kathmandu. The drive from Kathmandu-Lhasa normally takes 4 days stopover at Zhangmu, Shegar, Shigatse and Gyantse. The scenic drive takes you over high mountain passes, across fields, monasteries and windblown barren mountains. The joy of driving along the Yamdrok Lake , which stretches for several kilometers, as the road surges forward towards Lhasa is a unique adventure. Simikot, located in western Nepal also serves as a corridor to Tibet which is normally used by people trekking to Mount Kailash . |
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| Visa Formalities |
Unlike other regions a group visa is issued to visitors who intend to visit Tibet . Hence a person who wishes to visit Tibet via Nepal will have to join a group. There has to be a minimum of five people in a group to be eligible for a group visa. Individual visas issued elsewhere will have to be endorsed by the Chinese embassy in Kathmandu , which in itself like assuring a new visa. We will need your full name as they appear in the passport, date of birth, profession, passport number and nationality to at least three weeks before your arrival in Kathmandu for visa processing formalities. We can obtain Tibetan visa upon your arrival in Kathmandu .
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