U-Tsang
The U-Tsang region of Tibet includes the cities of Lhasa, Shigatse and Gyantse. The gateway city into the U-Tsang region is Lhasa.
Yogurt Festival
During the time of Buddha Sakyamuni, all the monks in the monasteries had to go out in towns and cities to get alms from the local communities. Once during the time of monsoon, he found lots of insects and living being around the walking path of the Monastery. After seeing these, he makes rules for… Read more →
Region: U-Tsang
Attraction Category: Festivals
Yangpachen
Experiencing the Tibetan nomads life by joining them herding yaks and sheep and making cheese, yogurt, and butter. Try riding a yak! At the end of the day, relax while drinking butter tea. Our guides will translate for you so you can swap stories with the locals. Enjoy the real nomad life experience with our Tibet… Read more →
Region: U-Tsang
Attraction Category: Community Experiences
The Lingkhor
The Lingkhor is an ancient circumambulation since from 15thcentury. It encircles the entire traditional city of Lhasa. Following the path, you will join local pilgrims who make juniper incense offerings all the way around the Lingkhor. You will travel around the major pilgrimage sites in Lhasa starting from Ani Tsangkung nunnery and followed by… Read more →
Region: U-Tsang
Attraction Category: Historic & Cultural Sites
Jokhang Temple
Jokhang Temple in Tibet is known as the Tsuk-La-Khang in Tibetan, which means the central cathedral. This is the most important and most sacred temple in Tibet and Inner Himalayas. To Tibetan, the temple is known as the central and heart of Tibetan Buddhism. The Temple was built in the seventh century after the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo shifted his capital to… Read more →
Region: U-Tsang
Attraction Category: Monasteries
Gyantse Damak (Gyantse Horse racing festival)
Gyantse Damak or the Gyantse Horse racing festival is celebrated in the town of Gyantse. The Gyantse is considered as the leading producer of barley in Tibet, and the town has significant cultural Influences in Tibetan Culture and tradition. The festival has more than 500 Years of History. It was started by the prince Gungsang Rabten in the… Read more →