The knife is a traditional accessory of the Tibetan people. It is often worn at the waist, used for self-defence, hunting, cutting and also just for decoration. Tourists are attracted by its unique and exquisit

Tibetan is the language chiefly used in Tibet. Linguists hold different opinions on its origin, but most believe that it was created according to Sanskrit in the early 7 th century under the rule of Songtsen Ga

Tibetan, Chinese and Mongolian medicines are the three indispensable treasures in the Chinese medical system. Tibetan medicine has been veiled in mystery for a long time, but has recently gained worldwide popul

Music is one aspect of Tibetan cultural life in which there is a strong secular heritage. In the urban centres, songs were an important vent for social criticism, news and official lampooning. In Tibetan social

Tibetan Opera, which is called Lhamo or Ace Lhamo in Tibetan, is the traditional opera of Tibet. Tibetan Opera is the earliest form of opera among minorities in China. It is very popular in Tibet, especially in