How to Show Your Respect for Tibetan People
Whether you are on Barkhor Street, in a sweet tea house, or on the pilgrimage path of Mount Kailash, you will encounter a lot of Tibetan people. Your respect for the local people will earn you equal or even double respect, and you may even make some friends. The warmth of integration will make your Tibet trip more immersive. Just a cursory look at the scenic spots doesn't have such profound significance.
Hand over the Received and Given Items with Both Hands
When accepting a hada, gift, tea or food, you need to hold it with both hands and slightly lower one's head to express gratitude. Delivering items also requires both hands.
Precautions for Giving Gifts to Local People
Well-packaged foods such as brick tea and biscuits are safe and popular choices, as well as exquisite handicrafts, books or stationery, which convey good intentions without religious conflicts. It is strictly prohibited to give away products related to dog, horse and donkey meat. In some areas, fish products are also considered taboo. Do not casually give away religious items such as Buddha statues and scriptures, unless you are very familiar with their worship rules, otherwise it is easy to cause desecration and misunderstanding.
Precautions When Visiting Local People's homes
Do not step on the threshold: When entering the house, be sure to step over the threshold. It is strictly forbidden to step on it as it is disrespectful to the host. Sit up straight: master invited everyone, should be legged earphones, especially foot can't toward people or Buddha. Do not touch the ritual implements or offerings at home at will. When the host pours tea, they should hold the bowl with both hands and wait until the tea is served in front of them before drinking.
Taking Photos Requires the Consent of the Person Concerned
Unauthorized close-range snapshots or secret shots can easily make the person involved feel uncomfortable and infringe upon their personal dignity and the peace of their private life. Sometimes, the estrangement between people can be dissolved with just a warm smile or a kind greeting. Most Tibetan people will be willing to agree to your photos as long as your words and deeds are appropriate.
Conclusion
In fact, the core principle is that you should neither be overly cautious nor overly casual. Even if one accidentally offends others, a timely apology can make up for it. When you are not sure, it's always right to ask your tour guide.
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We are a group of 15 (perhaps 17) who need to take the June 8th 15:27 train from Xining to Lhasa. We need to book this soon so prompt reply would be helpful. We are getting our permits from an agent and should have them in 6-8 days.
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Hi, I’m interested in doing the Mount Kailash tour. I only have holidays from 20/09 to 4/10 this year. Do you have a tour that includes these dates? How much would the tour be? Are the flights, visas, passes and permits included in your prices? Thank you kindly. Regards, Nirmala (Nationality: Australian Group Size: 1 person Arrival Date: 20/09/26) Nationality: Australian Group Size: 1 person Arrival Date: 20/09/26
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Hey, I'm looking to travel to the Linka festival with my partner. When is the best time to go this year? Thanks!
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lm from nyc in the usa how much is your 13 day Mt Kai lash tour in September or June
Hi, lm from nyc in the usa how much is your 13 day Mt Kai lash tour in September or June? And approximately how much would would the airfare be round trip? Thank you
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plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April
Hi! I would like to plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April (3rd to 10th ideally) to Nepal, Tibet, and, if possible, Bhutan. Do you think it would be doable? Based on what I read, there are some places/things to do to consider: Nepal: Everest Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Circuit, ancient temples, sacred sites like Lumbini, Kathmandu, Tibet: The Potala Palace in Lhasa and the Jokhang Temple. eventually the holy Mount Kailash or the high-altitude plains. Bhutan: Thimphu, Paro, and the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. To take part in cultural traditions, yoga, meditation... Of course I am open to any recommendations you could make. For your reference, we are both based in Asia: him, in Bangkok and myself in Macau. Thank you so much for the information you could provide and, if possible, an estimated budget for your offer.
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Cycling Tour to Mt Kailash
Hi , we are planning a Cycling Trip once Tibet opens for Tourism. The plan is we shall arrive to Kathmandu , travel to the border and enter via Kerung. Can you pls send a day to day Itinerary starting from Kerung - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Asthapath. We shall go around Kailash on foot and resume Cycling back to Kerung. We are a Group of 6-8 persons. Thanks Pls send ur reply to Kevin
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Please can you tell me the prices and dates for the Tibet Luxury Tour.
Also, could you please provide a detailed itinerary - I want to see how many hours are spent on buses/vehicles. Thank you! Deborah
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Tibet Tour from HK
May I know if holding Mainland Travel Permit for HK Residents. is it also need to get the visa permit to Tibet and what is the procedure if need to apply? Thank you
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Enquiry on private tour
We are planning a trip from Hong Kong to Tibet during the 12th to 21st of April. We want a private tour that covers all the scenic places as well as the EBC. Please advise an itinerary along with the cost breakdown. Thanks.