On your trip to Tibet, you will come across a large selection of souvenirs. Listed below are the editor’s top ten souvenir selections.

Tibetan carpet

A Tibetan carpet is made of woolfrom sheep, cattle, or camels. It is a distinctive product popular in Chinaand in many other countries around the world. Mattresses, horse mats, and decorations for large domestic animals all belong to such craft. The styles of Tibetan carpets are very diverse. They are soft, warm, water proof, bright, and resistant to color fading.[Photo/51tibettour.com]

Tibetan knife

The Tibetan knife is used primarily for chopping,decorating, and in self-defense. The knives are usually made of gold, silver, copper, ox horn, bone, or wood.[Photo/China Tibet Online]

Religious souvenirs

Buddhist handicrafts are popular among tourists as Tibetan Buddhism is perceived as mysterious to visitors from the mainland and abroad. Buddha statues, Thangkas, khadas, and prayer wheels are all fine selections to bring home to commemorate your trip or to give to friends as gifts. However, it is suggested that tourists first learn the taboos of the Buddhist instruments from shop owners or online guidebooks. [Photo/People's Daily]

Mask

Masks are used in Tibetan opera performances during big festivals. The masks are formed into numerous characters such as Buddhist and historical figures as well as commoners, to symbolize certain roles in a play. Ancient mask were made of animal fur and mud, both of which are rarely seen nowadays. Metal mask are in most cases enshrined in monasteries, while wood and cloth masks are widely used for performances.[Photo/Chinaculture.org]

Pulu

Pulu, meaning woolen fabric in the Tibetan language, has a history dating back more than 2000 years. As the key material for Tibetan costumes, boots, hats, and mattresses, Pulu is colorful, tightly knotted, and a good insulator. Pulu was historically used as a diplomatic tribute.[Photo/Baidu]