Nam Tso, Gyantse and Shigatse: The overland route from Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake, Gyantse, Shigatse, and Nam Tso Lake is a fantastic route that allows you to see Tibet’s most famous monasteries, temples, and some of Asia’s most stunning high-altitude…
The Himalaya Mountains
The Himalaya Mountains: The amazing Himalayas! If you are traveling to Tibet, Bhutan, or Nepal, no trip is complete without getting up close to at least one of the main peaks in the Himalayas. For information about treks or tours…
Tibet Dolma’s Home: Great Hotel in Lhasa!
Tibet Dolma’s Home is a great hotel located near the Norbulingka in Lhasa. The owner, a local Tibetan woman named Dolma, is one of the most amazing women I have ever met. Of her 34 staff, 26 of them are…
Tibetan Men from the Everest Region
Tibetan Men from the Everest Region: I recently spent the afternoon with a fantastic group of about 40 men who live about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the Tibet side of Mt. Everest. Afternoon with Tibetan man from Everest Last…
Nepal Earthquake Update
UPDATED September 2017: A 7.9 earthquake struck Nepal in April 2015. Nearly all of the earthquake damage has been repaired since then, making Nepal a safe place to go.
My favorite towns across the Himalaya
My favorite towns across the Himalayas: There are many amazing small towns across the Himalayas. Here are five of my personal favorites locate in India, Nepal, Tibet, and the Kham region. Leh, Ladakh, India: Elevation 3425 meters Leh, located in the…
Rude Travelers in Tibet
Rude travelers in Tibet: Most travelers to Tibet are great people. However, some travelers should have stayed home. info@thelandofsnows.com Suppose you have been following my site for a while. You will know that I have lived and worked in various…
Is Tibet too cold to visit?
Tibet is probably not as cold as you think! With proper clothing, Tibet can be visited year round. Read this post for further information.
Mt. Kailash and Western Tibet
Mt. Kailash and Western Tibet: Are you looking for a remote adventure in Tibet? Western Tibet, Lake Manasarovar, Guge Kingdom and Mt. Kailash may be just for you! info@thelandofsnows.com For detailed information on how to get to Mount Kailash, please…
The Costs of Traveling to Tibet
Tibet is not a budget travel destination, but there are ways to reduce the costs. Read this post for info on the costs involved with traveling to Tibet.