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With a population of just three million inhabitants occupying a region almost as large as Western Europe, Tibet is sparsely populated. Life centers around Lhasa, a historical city and sacred hub for Tibetan Buddhism, known for its historical significance dating back to the 7th century.
Lhasa: The Historical Heartbeat of Tibet
Once a fragmented territory, the Tibetan plateau unified under the leadership of Songtsen Gampo, the first emperor whose reign marked the beginning of a significant empire. Lhasa, meaning "place of the gods," remains a spiritual center where thousands of pilgrims circle the iconic Jokhang Temple, echoing centuries of devotion. Daily, these pilgrims engage in koras, performing meditative circuits around sacred sites.