Central Tibet Cultural Tour

If you are eager to learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture and its landmarks and ways of life, the Tibet Cultural Tour is the trip for you. Tibetan culture is distinct from that of other countries throughout the world, it has been untouched by globalization for many years and thus has maintained its uniqueness.   The ancient sacred city of Lhasa dominates this faraway land of culture, wide open spaces, plated roofed sanctuaries, and unpredictable enriched religious communities. Cities like Shigatse, Gyantse are legendary as well. 

Monks can be seen debating the philosophical tenants and metaphysics of Buddhism in the monasteries in Tibet. After exploring the Potala Palace, the ex-home of the Dalai Lama, we also visit numerous monasteries and temples like the Jokhang Temple and Sera Monastary. Barkhor street surrounds the temple, where pilgrims and locals can do kora  and visit the old market. Barkhor Street is a one-way looped praying path that circles Jokhang Temple. Kora is a traditional pilgrimage with contemplative practice that is often undertaken by practitioners circumambulating a sacred spot or object. Locals in Tibet believe that performing the Kora may rid them of all evil practices and agonizing pains while also guiding their prayers to attain boundless virtues and profound knowledge. You can also see monks debating at the Sera monastery in Lhasa. 

Then, via Gyantse, we will drive to Shigatse, the most important city in the Shigatse district, the second largest city in Tibet, and the residence of the Panchen Lama, and visit Sakya monastery, noted for its frescoes and the second Dunhuang. On the route, we stop to see the breathtaking grandeur of Holy Yamdrok Lake and the Karo glacier, as well as the Tashilumpo Monastery, which houses the world's largest copper Buddha statue. Gyantse is home to Tibet's largest stupa, which houses 100,000 Buddhist figures. 

Thus, if you are interested in experiencing and learning about Buddhist culture, tradition and religion, this trip made by Accessible Adventure is perfect for you!.