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    The Tibet Autonomous Region is located on the Qinghai - Tibet Plateau at the southwestern most tip of China. Some 4,000 meters above sea level, Tibet is known as the Roof of the World. There are over 50 peaks more than 7,000 meters above sea level. Covering an area of 1.2 million square kilometers, Tibet had a population of more than 2.3 million.

    In the mid-13th century, Tibet became an administrative region in the Yuan Dynasty (1271 - 1368). In the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644), the central government administrated Tibet by granting titles to the administrative and religious heads. In the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911), rulers conferred titles upon each reincarnation of the Dalai Lama and the Panchen Erdeni, the toppest living Buddha in Tibet.

    Tibet is charming for its beautiful and spectacular landscape, the unique folklore, and the brilliant culture, which have drawn numerous visitors from around the world. 

Tibetan Religion

    Buddhism was introduced into Tibet in the 7th century. After many trials and tribulations, it was gradually transformed into a local religion - Lamaism, and a theocracy came into being which lasted until the 1950s. For more than a millennium, thousands of monasteries and temples sprang up in Tibet. Today, the Buddhist faith remains the spiritual prop of most Tibetans.

    Everywhere in Tibet, one can see the glittering golden roofs of monasteries. These monasteries contain numerous statues of Buddha and the guardian deities. Just as anyone traveling to Lhasa can see the Potala Palace, with its golden roofs, and monasteries in any town in Tibet, are always the most illustrious architectures and the place's hallmark. They are the embodiment of Tibet's architectural, painting, and sculptural arts.

Nagari

    Known as the Roof on the Roof of the World, Nagari, 4,500 meters above sea level, is located in the northwestern part of Tibet. It is dotted with lakes, and is the paradise for wild animals, such as yaks, Tibetan antelopes and wild donkeys.

The Great Canyon

    Located on a bend on the lower reaches of the Yarlung Zangbo River, it winds with Mt. Namjagbarwa, and stretches 196.3 kilometers, at an average depth of 5,000 meters. It is the longest and deepest canyon in the world. 

Lake Namco

    Held sacred by the Tibetan people, Lake Namco is located in Nagqu. Some 70 by 30 kilometers in area, and 4,718 meters above sea level, it is like a crystal gem inlaid on the vast Qiangtang Plain. Wild animals, such as yaks and bharals, can often be found in this area.