Tibetan

 

Tibetan People 

The Tibetan people are an ethnic group native to the Tibetan Plateau, primarily living in the Tibet Autonomous Region and surrounding areas of Qinghai, Sichuan, Gansu, Yunnan. Tibetan people traditionally inhabit one of the highest regions on Earth, adapting to life at altitudes of 3,500–5,000+ meters, with unique physical, cultural, and environmental adaptations.

Traditional Livelihoods

• Nomadic herding (yaks, sheep, goats)

• Farming (barley, wheat)

• Trade & pilgrimage routes

• Handicrafts and artisan traditions

Religion & Spiritual Life

• Predominantly followers of Tibetan Buddhism

• Strong influence of Bon, Tibet’s ancient indigenous religion

• Daily life is deeply spiritual, with practices like:

• Prayer wheels
• Prostrations
• Mantra chanting
• Pilgrimages (kora)
• Monastic traditions