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Reasons To
Visit Tibet

  • Monasteries

    Scattered across the country the Tibetan monasteries which survived the Chinese invasion are colourful and often breathtaking, in remote locations and dating back many hundreds of years.

    Monasteries

  • Remote wilderness

    On top of a mountain, thousands of metres above sea level, one can look out over arching peaks and open plains and not see another being for miles, save for the occasional yak herder.

    Remote wilderness

  • The Lhasa Express

    One of the world's truly great rail journeys, this tremendous feat of engineering enables the visitor to travel from Beijing to Lhasa on a stunning two night journey across the Tibetan Plateau.

    The Lhasa Express

  • Tibetan Buddhism

    Fluttering prayer flags atop mountains, smoky incense and the rich clang of prayer bowls are synonymous with Tibetan Buddhism. The religion has a rich yet troubled history with the current Dalai Lama living in exile.

    Tibetan Buddhism

  • Views & scenery

    Breathtaking scenery awaits those who venture beyond the capital, including the Himalayan mountain range and base camp at Everest. Add to this ice blue lakes, yak-herding nomads and glaciers for a truly spectacular scenic journey.

    Views & scenery

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Accommodation in Tibet: Rongbuk Monastery

Rongbuk Monastery, Rongbuk and Everest Base Camp Region
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Rongbuk Monastery

Everest Base Camp

The highest monastery in the world, at 4980 metres, and adjacent to the Northern base camp for Everest, offers simple dorms and shared squat toilets (outside and one very unclean indoor toilet for cold mornings) for those who have made the trip across the rough terrain from Shegar.

You'll find any other travellers staying in the area enjoying tea or a meal in the friendly restaurant.

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