China’s Visa-Free Travel: If you plan to visit Tibet and other Tibetan-inhabited areas in different provinces of China, traveling to China
How to get to Tibet
How to get to Tibet. UPDATED June 2024: region has a reputation for being a hard place to travel to. Actually, it’s not as difficult as you might think! How to get to Tibet UPDATED January 2018 For a reputable…
Tibetan Nomad life
Tibetan Nomad Life: Though Tibetan nomads are becoming fewer and fewer each year, they can still be found across the Tibetan Plateau. Tibetan nomads culture and Nomad life is simple, but difficult. Hardships include yaks dying from disease, yaks starving…
Tibet and getting a Chinese visa
Tibet and getting a Chinese visa.UPDATED MARCH 2025 Regarding Visas for Traveling to Tibet and the Rest of China, we have to consider three scenarios: a regular Chinese Tourist Visa for visiting Tibet, a Chinese Group Visa for visiting Tibet, and…
Nyenbo Yurtse Trek
The eastern Tibet regions offer spectacular trekking and opportunities to see traditional Tibetan culture. Read this post for more info on some excellent trekking areas!
Rude travelers in Tibet
Rude travelers in Tibet: Most travelers to Tibet are really great people. However, there are some travelers that probably should have stayed home. If you have been following my site for a while, you will know that I have lived…
Langmusi
Langmusi, also known as Lhamo in Tibetan, is one of my favorite small towns in the Amdo region. Two large Buddhist monasteries, stunning mountains and excellent hiking/trekking await those who go here! Read this post for more details!
Is Tibet too cold to visit?
Tibet is probably not as cold as you think! With proper clothing, Tibet can be visited year round. Read this post for further information.
Labrang Monastery
Labrang Monastery: Labrang is the largest and most famous Buddhist monastery in the Amdo region. Read this post for more information about this fascinating place. Labrang Monastery བླ་བྲང་བཀྲ་དགོན་པ་ is the largest monastery in the traditional Tibetan region of Amdo. Established in…
Overland from Xining to Chengdu
The 1200 kilometer route from Xining to Chengdu through the traditional Tibetan region of Amdo has become quite popular in recent years. This route passes through several amazing Tibetan towns that are home to some of the most important monasteries in…