Karuo culture

The Karuo site is an archaeological location on a high plateau in Tibet containing the remains of ancient settlements and objects from prehistoric times. Visitors can see house foundations, stone altars, and pathways that reveal how people organized their living spaces and daily activities.

The site reveals the earliest evidence of farming and settlement on this high plateau dating back thousands of years. Thousands of stone and bone objects have been discovered there, showing how people lived and worked during that remote period.

The settlement shows how people adapted their homes over time, moving from round structures into rectangular houses as their way of life changed. Visitors can observe how these building choices reveal what mattered to the community at different periods.

The location sits at high elevation, so allow time to adjust to the altitude and bring appropriate clothing for changing weather. The archaeological remains are spread across the terrain, making comfortable shoes and adequate time to explore essential for a full visit.

This location holds evidence of some of the oldest crops grown on this high plateau, a discovery that changed how we understand early farming in the region. The findings show that people were cultivating grain here when such practices remained unknown elsewhere.

Location: Karuo District

GPS coordinates: 31.06004,97.20914

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44