Full name

Tibet Autonomous Region of China

Area

1.2 million sq. km

Population

3 million (In Exile : 300,000)

Capital

Lhasa (Population 200,000)

People

Tibetan & Chinese

Language

Tibeto-Burmese, Tibetan and Chinese

Religion

90% Buddhist, 1% Muslim, 3% bon, 6% Others

Currency

Yuan (Y 8.00 = US$ 1.00)

Government

Occupied by China in 1949/1950

Geography

Tibet has border with India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan and Burma

Climate

Spring (May to June) – Best weather condition, May to Mid September Winter – (October to April)

What to wear

Light weight clothing is recommended for May to June, Warm garments are required from September to April. An umbrella or a raincoat is a must for the Summer season.

Voltage

Standard voltage only 220 volts.