Tibet, known as the "Roof of the World", is a sacred land where divine nature meets profound faith. Its natural scenery is breathtakingly grand. Stand at the foot of Mount Qomolangma, the world's highest peak, and marvel at its snow-capped summit piercing the clouds—you can get the best view from Gyatso La Pass or Rongbuk Monastery, the highest temple on Earth. Don’t miss its three holy lakes: Nam Co, a "lake in the sky" with crystal blue waters perfect for stargazing; Yamdrok Lake, whose azure surface shimmers against surrounding snow mountains; and Basom Tso, a glacial lake that shifts from dark green to turquoise. The Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, the deepest on the planet, pairs towering Nanga Bawa Peak with lush forests, and is especially stunning in spring when peach blossoms carpet the valleys.
Culturally, it’s a treasure trove. The Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts magnificent red-and-white buildings, precious relics and murals that witness Tibetan history. Nearby, Jokhang Temple, with its 1,300-year-old architecture, draws pilgrims from far and wide, and the bustling Barkhor Street outside lets you soak up local life while tasting sweet tea and Tibetan noodles. In Xigaze, Tashilhunpo Monastery, home to a towering statue of Maitreya Buddha, offers a glimpse of the solemnity of Tibetan Buddhism.
Savor the flavors of the plateau: tsampa （roasted barley flour） paired with butter tea—high in calories to combat the cold; chewy air-dried yak meat; and sweet and sour highland barley wine, enjoyed with the custom of "three sips in one cup"