Tibet - Understand Tibet and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)

This chapter contains the Tibet Today, History, Tibetan Landscapes, The People of Tibet, Ti-betan Buddhism, Tibetan Art, Food & Drink, The Future of Tibet, Directory A-Z, Transport, and Health chapters from Lonely Planet’s Tibet guidebook.

All the info you need on everything from history, landscapes and people to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get tips for women travellers, gay and les-bian travellers, travellers with disabilities, and travellers with kids. And get the most out of your conversations with a handy language guide and glossary.

• a rundown on the history of Tibet, from warring empire to Buddhist nation and beyond
• info on the people of Tibet, from nomads to exiles and pilgrims
• full coverage of Buddhism and Tibetan art
• details on the landscapes of the roof of the world

Coverage includes: Tibet Today, History, Tibetan Landscapes, The Peo-ple of Tibet, Tibetan Buddhism, Tibetan Art, Food & Drink, The Future of Tibet, Directory A-Z, Transport, and Health.