Minyak Kunkar Snow Mountain in Kham, Tibet.
The wild yak, a majestic bovine species native to the Tibetan Plateau, lives at altitudes of 4,000 meters or higher. It is well-adapted to extreme alpine environments with its dense fur and sturdy build. Among them, the golden wild yak is an exceptionally rare variant, revered in Tibetan culture and considered a symbol of strength and endurance. #tibet #himalayas
In the heart of Tibetan village, locals gather for kordrol circle dances, spinning in joyful harmony to traditional melodies, celebrating community and life’s simple pleasures. #tibet
Tibetan students morning exercise in Tibet. #tibet
Today is the Ganden Ngacho Festival, during which Tibetans at Rongwo Monastery in Rebkong commemorate the parinirvana (passing away) of Je Tsongkhapa, the philosopher, scholar, reformer, and founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. Held on the 25th day of the 10th Tibetan month, the festival is marked by vibrant butter lamp offerings, prayer ceremonies, and traditional rituals at monasteries across #tibet.
Tibet - often refers to the land of snows, boasts a stunningly diverse landscape that transforms dramatically with the changing seasons. Each season offers unique scenery and experiences, making Tibet a year-round destination for adventurers and pilgrims alike.#tibet
The scene of Tibetan monks taking their annual exam. #tibet
Monks on the roof of the world. #tibet
The Butter Lamp Festival, also known as Ganden Ngamchoe, is a deeply significant Tibetan Buddhist celebration held to honor the life of Je Tsongkhapa, one of Tibet’s most learned scholars and the founder of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. Renowned for his profound contributions to Buddhist philosophy, Tsongkhapa’s works emphasize logic, ethics, and the Middle Way, and continue to guide Buddhist practitioners worldwide.
The festival, observed on the 25th day of the 10th Tibetan lunar month, features vibrant displays of butter lamps. At Kumbum Monastery, Tsongkhapa’s birthplace in Amdo, locals and pilgrims gather to create intricate designs with butter lamps, including Buddhist symbols like the eight auspicious signs. These lights symbolize the dispelling of darkness and ignorance with the illumination of wisdom. #tibet
Music by Tsewang Lhamo
Tibetan nomads and their yaks navigate the snowy expanses of the Tibetan Plateau in winter. The yaks provide essential support for sustaining the nomads through the harsh cold season. #tibet
Mask Cham Ritual Dance of Rongwo Gonchen Monastery in Amdo Tibet. Gongwo Gonchen Monastery, located in the heart of Rebkong (modern-day Tongren County, Qinghai Province), is a significant center for Tibetan Buddhism in the Amdo region. Established during the 14th century, it is one of the biggest Gelug monasteries in Amdo and serves as a spiritual hub for the local Tibetan population. #tibet
Amdo nomads, accompanied by their yaks and sheep, continue the centuries-old tradition of seasonal migration on the Tibetan Plateau. Each autumn, they journey from high-altitude summer pastures to the lower, more sheltered winter grasslands. This practice, rooted in sustainable use of the land, has been passed down for thousands of years and remains integral to the nomadic lifestyle in Amdo Tibet. It reflects a deep harmony with the environment, preserving both cultural heritage and the delicate ecosystems of the plateau. #tibet #nomads
