Tibet, the forbidden kingdom on the roof of the world, has long captivated explorers and adventurers with its remote, mystical aura. Despite the harsh natural conditions and challenges from bandits, many have ventured into this sacred land. Tibet is home to four of the world’s highest mountains, all exceeding 8,000 meters, and is the source of great rivers like the Yangtze, Mekong, Yarlong Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), Indus, and Ganges. The region also boasts breathtaking scenery with its heavenly lakes and valleys.

Though the Cultural Revolution brought significant changes, Tibet’s grandeur, majesty, and mystery remain. Nomads still herd their yaks, pilgrims continue to worship at sacred shrines, and the striking Himalayan landscape endures.

Tibet is truly an adventurer’s paradise, bordered by India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Burma, and Kashmir. Lhasa and Shigatse are the most accessible cities, featuring key religious monuments such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Tashilunpo Monastery, and Kumbum. Western Tibet, with its sacred Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash, is a holy pilgrimage site for Tibetans and Hindus and is a popular destination for trekking.