Overview

Tibet, on the lofty Tibetan Plateau on the northern side of the Himalayas, is an autonomous region of China. It's nicknamed the “Roof of the World” for its towering peaks. It shares Mt. Everest with Nepal. Its capital, Lhasa, is site of hilltop Potala Palace, once the Dalai Lama’s winter home, and Jokhang Temple, Tibet’s spiritual heart, revered for its golden statue of the young Buddha.

Glance

Tibet offers fabulous monasteries, breath-taking high-altitude walks, stunning views of the world’s highest mountains and one of the most likeable cultures you will ever encounter.

Visa Required

A valid Chinese visa is required. A Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB) permit is also required to enter Tibet. Chinese embassies will not issue a visa if your passport has less than six months' validity remaining.
 

Population Currency Capital City 3.18 million Renminbi (¥) Lhasa