Culture

Ethnic Costume Exhibition Competition in Deqin County

Ethnic Costume Exhibition Competition in Deqin County

Recently, Deqin County of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture held a national costume exhibition competition with the theme of "Following the Party on a New Journey, Women Make Contributions in a New Era" at the Feilai Temple Observation Deck.

Sacred mountains witness civilizational dialogue

Sacred mountains witness civilizational dialogue

The Chinese government's decision to resume Indian pilgrims' access to sacred Mount Gang Rinpoche and Lake Mapam Yumco of Xizang, China demonstrates profound respect for regional cultural traditions and public faith, while also serving as a vivid reflection of positive China-India relations. This decision not only honors the spiritual needs of Indian pilgrims but also underscores that religious and cultural activities within China must operate orderly under the legal framework of China.

People Practice Tai Chi in Lhasa

People Practice Tai Chi in Lhasa

A new Tai Chi gym has opened in Lhasa, drawing more people to this traditional Chinese martial art. Xizang, a high-altitude region characterized by low oxygen levels, is particularly conducive to exercises such as Tai Chi, which are gentle and slow-paced, thereby enhancing flexibility and balance.

Colorful Tibetan Costumes: The “Fashion Show” from the Plateau

Colorful Tibetan Costumes: The “Fashion Show” from the Plateau

Qinghai Tibetan Cultural Museum is a comprehensive institution dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition, and scholarly study of Tibetan culture. Within the museum’s Tibetan Folk Customs Hall, over 50 sets of Tibetan costumes are curated and displayed for public appreciation.

Tibet Food: yak meat on tip of tongue

Tibet Food: yak meat on tip of tongue

Since ancient times, yak has been the main pillar of Tibetan people's life and production, providing them with milk, ghee, cheese and other dairy products, as well as yak meat.

Witnessing heritage: Xi's cultural encounters

Witnessing heritage: Xi's cultural encounters

Today, we highlight the Jiaya Tibetan carpet weaving tradition, which has been practiced for over 300 years in Jiaya village in Northwest China's Qinghai province. The carpets are known for their durability, long-lasting bright colors and elastic texture.

Namtso Lake Thawing Festival: Warming up for Tourism Season

Namtso Lake Thawing Festival: Warming up for Tourism Season

Recently, the Namtso Lake of Xizang—known as the "Heavenly Lake" in Tibetan—celebrated its annual thawing festival, ushering in its vibrant tourism season. The event featured special cultural activities including mass weddings for a hundred couple, intangible cultural heritage performances and immersive folk experiences, which attracted numerous tourists.

China publishes photocopies of Dunhuang's ancient Tibetan literature

China publishes photocopies of Dunhuang's ancient Tibetan literature

The Dunhuang manuscripts were first discovered in 1900 in the Mogao Grottos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northwest China's Gansu Province. There are more than 60,000 of them, featuring history, politics, religion and folk customs. Dating from the 4th to 11th centuries, the majority of the manuscripts are in Chinese, but some are represented in other ethnic languages including Tibetan.

Tibet Museum: A gateway to Tibetan history

Tibet Museum: A gateway to Tibetan history

With the arrival of peak tourist season, the Tibet Museum has become a popular cultural landmark, attracting thousands of visitors eager to experience the richness of Tibetan history.

Xizang revitalizes traditional handicrafts

Xizang revitalizes traditional handicrafts

Established in 2009, Xizang’s Xuedui Bai Vocational Technical School has been dedicated to cultivating Tibetan traditional artisans. Over the past 15 years, it has trained over 800 skilled artisans who have returned to their hometowns to launch businesses, becoming the backbone of rural revitalization