The Sanskrit 'Om Mani Padme Hum' is the most popular kind of all the mantras murmured by Tibetan Buddhists. Tibetans believe the unceasing murmur accumulates personal merits and helps each person to become Budd

The Reincarnation System is the unique system of succession in Tibetan Buddhism, based on the Buddhist theory that the soul of Buddha never perishes and would reincarnate to deliver mankind out of tribulation a

Dalai and Panchen are the titles for the leaders of Gelupa, founded by Tsong Khapa in the 14th century. Dalai and Panchen are the two most influential religious leaders of Tibet.Dalai Lama The title of 'Dalai L

With the continuous efforts of Tibetan people and the financial and material help of other Chinese people, conditions of health facilities in Tibet have considerably improved in recent years. A complete network

The diversity of geographic features makes Tibet not only a natural park rich with various kinds of fauna and flora, but amazingly blessed by vast mineral, hydro, solar and geothermal energy resources.Fauna and

Sky Burial is simply the disposition of a corpse to be devoured by vultures. This method of dealing with the dead is the most widespread way for commoners in Tibet. This may sound gruesome and horrible to many

Tibetan Buddhism, also known as Lamaism, has a history of more than 1,400 years since it was first introduced into Tibet. It is based on Tantra and Yogacara, and belongs to the Mahayana school. Throughout its d

Famous for its distinctive designs reflecting both the Tibetan nation and its religion, the Tibetan carpet has a history of over 600 years. It is a kind of traditional Tibetan handicraft and its home is Gyangts

The handicraft industry of Tibet has a long history. The Tibetan handicrafts are not only highly practical, but they also have great aesthetic value. Nowadays, more and more tourists in Tibet tend to lay eyes o

Incense is often used by Tibetans for worship and to expel evil influences in the religious ceremonies. Based on Tibetan pharmacology, Tibetan incense is good for the environment and one's health. The most famo