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Rag in the region of Tibet Autonomous Region is a place located in China - some 1,590 mi or ( 2558 km ) South-West of Beijing , the country's capital .
Local time in Rag is now 05:56 PM (Tuesday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Urumqi " with a UTC offset of 8 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger cities might be interesting for you: Thimphu, Trashi Yangtse, Paro, Lhuentse, and Kohima. When in this area, you might want to check out Thimphu . We discovered some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you looking for some initial hints on what might be interesting in Rag ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
Videos
Sacred Mount Kailash in Tibet
Find out why THIS mountain top has been forbidden to be climbed in Tibet. For full episode, go to www.ARoadRetraveled.com - Episode #32: "Yak Butter Blues: Tibet Special Feature" ..
TIBET - Part 1: Train to Lhasa (2 of 2)
Tibet; a 3-part documentary series charting the long overland journey from Shanghai to Nepal. Part 1: Train to Lhasa. Contact: tibetthedocumentary@gmail.com ..
Tibetan Scenes (1945) - extract
Highlights from the BFI National Archive's extensive collection of films shot in Tibet prior to the Chinese occupation can now be seen in the BBC/BFI co-production, 'The Lost World of Tibet' (2008). F ..
China and Tibet Travel Video
How people live in Tibet and China! The Culture, customs, traditions and landscapes of Tibet and western China. Traditional Tibetian music. ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Tibet University
Tibet University is the largest university in Tibet. It has two campuses: one in Lhasa and one in Nyingchi.
Located at 29.65 91.15 (Lat./Long.); Less than 7 km away
Barkhor
The Barkhor is an area of narrow streets and a public square located around Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, Tibet. The Barkor is a popular devotional circumabulation for pilgrims and locals. The walk was about one kilometre long and encircled the entire Jokhang, the former seat of the State Oracle in Lhasa called the Muru Nyingba Monastery, and a number of nobles' houses including Tromzikhang and Jamkhang.
Located at 29.65 91.13 (Lat./Long.); Less than 9 km away
Banak Shöl Hotel
Banak Shöl Hotel is a historic hotel in the city of Lhasa, Tibet. It is located at 8 Beijing Road. The hotel is known for its distinctive wooden verandas. The Nam-Tso Restaurant is located inside the hotel and is popular with tourists visiting Lhasa.
Located at 29.65 91.14 (Lat./Long.); Less than 9 km away
Tromzikhang
Tromzikhang, is a historic building in Barkhor, Lhasa in Tibet. It is located northwest of Jokhang temple at the corner of the left side of Barkhor Tromshung Jang (street). It was demolished in the 1990s except for the magnificent facade. Today Tromzikhang is a notable market in Lhasa and a housing complex.
Located at 29.65 91.13 (Lat./Long.); Less than 9 km away
Jokhang
The Jokhang,, also called the Qokang Monastery, Jokang, Jokhang Temple, Jokhang Monastery or Zuglagkang, is located on Barkhor Square in Lhasa. For most Tibetans it is the most sacred and important temple in Tibet. It is in some regards pan-sectarian, but is controlled by the Gelug school. The temple's architectural style is a mixture of Indian vihara design, Chinese Tang Dynasty design, and Nepalese design. It was founded during the reign of king Songsten Gampo.
Located at 29.65 91.13 (Lat./Long.); Less than 9 km away
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