Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Tibet - Atlas Obscura

Unusual
Attractions
in Tibet

St. Regis Lhasa Resort Swimming Pool

Described as "the world's most blinging pool."

Rikaze Diqu, Tibet

Rongbuk Monastery and Guesthouse

The highest monastery in the world operates a tiny guesthouse with doors open to all.

Drigung Monastery

This Tibetan monastery has survived multiple attacks and is home to one of the world's last sky burial sites.

Tanggula Railway Station

At 16,627 feet above sea level, this unstaffed station is the highest in the world.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in Tibet

Yak Butter Tea

It's the fat-fueled energy drink of the Tibetan Plateau.

Yak Cheese

From hulking plains creatures comes a delicate, nutty cheese.

Khapse

On Tibetan New Year, deep-fried cookies take the form of auspicious symbols and festive snacks.

Bhatsa Marku

In Tibet, sweet mac and yak cheese makes a hearty dessert.

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