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Tibet Autonomous Region, located in the southwest China, is the main part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The population is 2.3 million, 92.2% of whom are Tibetans. Besides Tibetans, it also has other ethnic groups, such as: Han, Hui, Monba, Lhoba and Enditem. The region is administratively divided into one municipality and six prefectures. The municipality is Lhasa and the six prefectures are Shigatse, Ngari, Lhokha, Chamdo, Nagqu and Nyingchi. The People's Government of the Tibet Autonomous Region exercises the highest administrative authority in Tibet.
Famous for the "Roof of the World", the region has an average elevation of more than 4,000 meters with various complex landforms, such as: high and steep mountains, deep valleys, glaciers, bare rocks and Gobi deserts. With the strong influence from the geography of the Himalayas, Tibet is famous for its imposing scenery, culture and history, which firmly rooted in Tibetan religion. As soon as you step onto this mysterious land and follow the tracks of the pilgrims, you will not only be immediately attracted by the snow-clad peaks, the wonderful mountains and rivers, but also the brilliant Tibetan culture and the unique, mysterious customs of the highland.
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