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Tibet
This category covers questions about Tibet, a plateau region in Asia, that is often known as "the roof of the world" having the highest elevation on Earth. Most of cultural Tibet is controlled by the People's Republic of China as a autonomous territory. The rest is disputed territories between India and China who both lay claims to the land.
590 Questions
Does Dalai Lama have children of his own?
Answer The Dalai Lama is a celibate monk and therefore has no children. The vows the Dalai Lama takes requires him to be celibate.But,some rumors say he has a son, living in America.
What are monks of Tibet called?
The monks of Tibet are called Tibetan monks in English. In Tibetan they may be called choden 'religious' or chodak 'Dharma spreader.'
Where does the dalai lama live in 2012?
HH The Dalai Lama lives in Dharamsala, which is in Kangra district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is also home to a large number of Tibetan refugees and the Tibetan government in exile.
What famous people has the Dalai Lama met?
There have been many. Most world leaders, a majority of other religious leaders, and then there are the famous actors and actresses, like Richard Gere, etc.
When was the 14th dalai lama live?
The 14th Dalai Lama is the current Dalai Lama. He was born in 1935 and he is still alive.
What does dalai lama have to do with Buddhism?
The Dalai Lama is the head of one sect of Tibetan Buddhists (Gelug or "Yellow Hat" school ). With the present turmoil in Tibet he has assumed both the Panchan Lama's role and his own in the government of the country. He has nothing to do with other sects or schools of Buddhism. He is however a well known scholar of Tibetan Buddhist belief, write of numerous books on peace and meditationr, the recipient of the Nobel Prize, and the only known Buddhist leader for many westerners.
Which is the official seat of Dalai lama?
He is the religious head of Tibet. Also, he originally has authority over the country - making him the head of government as well. However, he has resigned from the last title, because he is trying to peacefully negotiate with China.
Which branch of Buddhism accepts the dalai lama?
The Dalai Lama is the head of the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. All Buddhists recognize that the Dalai Lama is an influential Buddhist and teacher.
The Dalai Lama has long been considered the secular (nonreligious) leader of Tibet although that has recently changed as the Dalai Lama would like the people of Tibet to have a democratically elected leader. The Dalai Lama is also the religious head of one of the major schools of Tibetan Buddhism called the Gelug, or yellow hat Buddhists.
Wbat do Tibetan singing bowls look like?
A Tibetan singing bowl is a brass bowl from 10 to 50 cm in diameter which produces a bell like noise when tapped or a single humming note when rubbed with a puja stick. The bowls are made of a bronze alloy with seven different component metals. (Pictures and sound files at Link)
Is Tibet the coldest place on earth?
No. The coldest place on Earth is Antarctica. A temperature of -89.2 C (-128.6 F) was recorded at the Russian Vostok Station on July 21st 1983.
What does tony lama do for a living?
Tony Lama is a clothing designer that focuses on the production of boots. He has been designing and selling boots since he was eleven, and when he started he was mainly selling to soldiers.
Did Malcolm X had to do with Dalai Lama?
No, Malcolm X was a Muslim. He left the Nation Of Islam, but he was still a Muslim. He was not a Buddhists.
Does dalai lama live in Tibet or India?
Due to the Chinese invasion of Tibet the Dalai Lama lives in Dharamsala india
If you are a US citizen is it possible to get a visa to travel to Tibet?
There are overall four documents required for foreign tourists who want to travel freely in Tibet.
- One is the Chinese Visa, which you can apply for in Chinese Embassy in your country (If you go to Tibet via mainland China).
- One is Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (TTB), which you have to obtain in order to enter Tibet.
- One is the Alien Travel Permit (PSB) when you are planning to travel to the 'unopened' areas in Tibet.
- The other is the Military Permit, which you have to obtain if you are planning to travel to some military sensitive areas.
Passport
All individuals entering Tibet must hold a passport valid for at least six months. China Visa
1. Entering Tibet via Mainland China
Tibet is part of China, under the Chinese Central Government's Sovereignty. Thus to travel to Tibet, you have to obtain a China Visa at first stage before all are followed up. Visas for individual travel in China are very easy to get from most Chinese embassies. Most Chinese embassies and consulates will issue a standard 30-day, single entry tourist visa in three to five working days (an "L" means travel). If you are lucky, some embassies abroad may give you a 60 or even 90 days. But in Hongkong it is very easy to get a 90-day visa; most agencies can arrange it in one day. If you want more flexibility to enter and leave China several times, most Chinese embassies will issue a double-entry visa. Usually only someone on a "L" visa can travel in Tibet, but recent with a resident or business visa still can travel in Tibet.
More tips about applying for a China visa to Tibet:
It's better not to mention Tibet as your travel destination when you are applying for a visa to China (China Embassy in Kathmandu is the exceptional). You may be refused by stating that you will go to Tibet. Otherwise, you need to get a Tibet Permit beforehand and apply for a China visa with it then. It is very difficult to apply for a Tibet Permit when you are abroad, or you need to join some groups.
