10 things you must do in Tibet travel

2015-07-22 08:03:00 | From:

1.Take a photo with a famous landmark

There are three world-famous attractions in Tibet: the Potala Palace, Mt. Qomolangma, and the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon. The canyon is the absolute best of its kind.

Tip: Finding the view at the Mainling cCounty's Suosong Village

2. The Sea of Clouds

Some netizens photographed the clear and bright sky at the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon during rainy season, referring to them as the "Sea of Clouds." The sight speaks for itself, but this spectacle is truly something to behold.

3.Triple rainbows


A double rainbow over the Yarlung Tsangpo River

In China, a rainbow is a very special ordeal. But in Tibet, rainbows are commonly seen, even double rainbows.

This past June, Lhasa had a double rainbow.

4. Enjoy the starry night

On the plateau, the closest place on earth to the heavens, stargazing is a romantic affair. Beautiful photos can also be taken. Recommended stargazing locations: the Great Valley, Nanyigou, Ngari, Namtso.

Watching a sky full of stars from a village near the grand canyon

Viewing the resplendent sky from a manor house in Nanyigou, Mainling county.

5. Drink authentic buttered tea

It is said that butter tea can help prevent from the highland sickness. Believe or not,you could have a try to see its healing propertiesIf you're on your first trip to Tibet, you must taste authentic, local butter tea.

6. Dress in local costume

Take off your mountain climbing gear, throw off those hiking shoes, and try on some ethnic apparel.

Ethnic clothes of Lhoba ethnic group in Mainling County of Nanyi Valley

Of course, there are also many gorgeous costumes that will make people speechless—if you don't believe us, just look:

7. Beauty Spa

On this journey in the beautiful air of Tibet, how can you relax your body and mind while immersing yourself in nature? Come on! Give yourself over to the land, breathe deeply, and stretch out.

Come here and breathe deeply, practice yoga, or mediate.

8. Celebrate a holiday with the locals

 

 9. Learn some simple Tibetan words

When traveling in Tibet, be sure to learn some simple phrases in Tibetane like "TashiDelek", "Gong Kangsang", and "Tujiqi."

TashiDelek: Good luck and happiness to you!

Gong Kangsang: Hello!

Tujiqi: thank you!

10. Collect your trash

Please treasure this land. Whether you are hiking the mountains of Ngari, taking ritual walk aournd the Namtso or traveling in the Basum Lake , the grand canyon or other beautiful areas, please pick up your garbage and put it in the trashcan. The Tibetan people will highly appreciate your behavior.

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