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Tibet Culture 

Tibetan culture and customs reflect the history, politics, economy, psychology, and culture of the Tibetan people.  They cover a wide range and manifest in a diverse form, from food, clothing, entertainment, particular forms of funeral service and Tibetan Buddhism. 

Tibet’s culture is unique in the world. Due to its geographic and climatic conditions and it has formed its own unique customs over thousands of years. To the world, It is one of the last remaining authentic cultures in the world.

While the development of Tibetan culture has great influence by neighbouring cultures from China, India, and Nepal. The Himalayan region ‘s remoteness and inaccessibility have preserved distinct local influences and stimulated the development of its distinct culture.

• Hospitality: Offering guests butter tea (po cha) and tsampa (roasted barley flour) is customary and considered polite.

• Greetings: Sticking out your tongue is an old-fashioned, respectful greeting (shows you’re not the reincarnation of a notorious black-tongued king).

• Khata (Ceremony Scarf): White silk scarves offered as a gesture of respect and blessing at weddings, arrivals, departures, and religious ceremonies.

• Prayer Flags & Wheels: Colored flags and handheld/spinning prayer wheels are used to promote peace, compassion, and wisdom. Each color on a prayer flag represents an element.