Tibet (/ tɪˈbɛt / ⓘ; Tibetan: བོད, Standard pronunciation: [pʰøːʔ˨˧˩], romanized: Böd; Chinese: 西藏[1]; pinyin: Xīzàng), or Greater Tibet, [6] is a region in the western part of East Asia, covering …

Oct 7, 2025 · Tibet, historic region and autonomous region of China that is often called “the roof of the world.” It occupies a vast area of plateaus and mountains in Central Asia, including Mount …

Jan 7, 2025 · Tibet, the remote and mainly-Buddhist territory known as the "roof of the world", is governed as part of China. Historically, Tibet was made up of three major areas - U-Tsang, …

Tibet is officially called the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) and sometimes referred to Xizang or the Xizang Autonomous Region or Zang for short. Tibet is not a province but is province-level …

Int'l short form: Tibet. Etymological: the name Tibet is derived from the Sanskrit word Trivistapa which means "heaven." Tibetans called their homeland Bod. Location: Asia, north of India, …

Discover Tibet’s unique history, from its flourishing empire in the 7th and 8th centuries and the introduction of Buddhism, to the challenges faced under Chinese occupation. Learn about the …

Oct 22, 2025 · Tibet lies at the center of Asia, with an area of 2.5 million square kilometers. The earth’s highest mountains, a vast arid plateau and great river valleys make up the physical …

Tibet (; Böd;), or Greater Tibet, [1] is a region in the western part of East Asia, covering much of the Tibetan Plateau and spanning about 470000mi2. [2] It is the homeland of the Tibetan people.

Tibet, often referred to as the «Roof of the World,» is a unique and mystical region located in the heart of Asia. Known for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and spiritual …

Jul 26, 2025 · With an average elevation exceeding 4,00 meters (13,000 feet), Tibet is known as the ‘Roof of the World’ . Embraced by towering mountain ranges, notably the majestic …