How Sunglasses opened my Eyes and made another's Eyes glow
Sunglasses are a great gift for inhabitants of the high mountains, for example in Tibet, because many suffer from UV-related eye diseases.
Monasteries in Tibet - holy Places on the Roof of the World
Discover the monasteries in Tibet on the roof of the world - architecture, statues, mani stones, prayer drums and offerings & tips on photography.
Ganden Monastery - a worthwhile Day Trip from Lhasa
A visit to Ganden Monastery is a worthwhile day trip from Lhasa. Enjoy great views from the pilgrimage trail and find more great photo opportunities.
Tibet - the hidden Library in Sakya Monastery
Discover secrets in Tibet, such as the hidden library in Sakya Monastery. Read here what this library is all about.
Mt. Everest and the highest Monastery in the World - Highlights of our China Trip
A view of Mt. Everest and a visit to Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world, are among the highlights of a trip to China.
Barkhor in Lhasa - Pilgrimage and Shopping Mile
The Barkhor in Lhasa - pilgrimage route around the Jokhang temple. Prayer wheels, incense offerings, prostrations. Learn more and get tips for your visit.
The forgotten Kingdom of Guge - a visit to the Ruins of Tsaparang
Learn everything you need to know for your visit to the ruins of Tsaparang in the former kingdom of Guge in western Tibet. What is there to see?
Western Tibet - the forgotten kingdom of Guge
The forgotten kingdom of Guge in Western Tibet - Tsaparang and Tholing. Discover monasteries, important murals, ruins and mountain panoramas in Tibet.
The forgotten Kingdom of Guge - a Visit to Tholing Monastery
A visit to Tholing Monastery in Zanda is one of the highlights of exploring the forgotten kingdom of Guge in western Tibet.
Trekking around the Mount Kailash
Trekking around Kailash, circumambulation of the holy mountain - Kora to the Saga-Dawa festival, 3-day mountain tour with crossing of the Drölma-La pass (5630m).
With the Lhasa Railway to Tibet - Tips for your Trip
In the Hard Sleeper Class of the Lhasa Railway to the Roof of the World - Tips for your trip from Xining to Lhasa in Tibet - Facts and Packing List
Potala Palace in Lhasa - Photo Tips
Potala Palace in Lhasa - read here my photo tips for really great photos: Viewpoint Jag Pori, water games, reflections in the water, detail shots.