Tibet

The Tibetan Plateau spans 2.5 million square kilometers at an average elevation of 4,380 meters across five Chinese administrative divisions.

The Tibetan Empire reached its peak during the 9th century, extending from the Tarim Basin to Bengal before fragmenting into separate territories.

Tibetan Buddhism shapes regional traditions through religious ceremonies, architectural designs, musical expressions, and seasonal festivals throughout the plateau.

The region contains extensive mineral deposits, including copper, iron, lead, zinc, and substantial reserves of lithium beneath salt lakes.

The Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, constructed over 1,300 years ago, receives 80,000 visitors during major Buddhist celebrations.

Location: Tibet Autonomous Region

Elevation above the sea: 4,380 m

GPS coordinates: 29.65000,91.10000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 05:09