The 2026 Fire Horse Year Saga Dawa Festival  at Mount Kailash will take place on 31 May 2026 . This is one of the most important and auspicious pilgrimage times in the Tibetan calendar. According to the Tibetan zodiac, the Horse Year occurs once every twelve years  and is believed to be the most sacred time to complete the Kailash Kora , the pilgrimage around the holy mountain. During this year, thousands of pilgrims travel to western Tibet, believing that completing the Kora brings greatly...

Tibet is one of the most extraordinary travel destinations on Earth. Known as the “Roof of the World,”  the Tibetan Plateau sits at an average elevation of over 4,000 meters , making it the highest region on the planet. Because of this extreme altitude, Tibet has a unique climate that is very different from most places. Many people imagine Tibet as permanently frozen and harsh. In reality, Tibet has abundant sunshine, dry air, and large temperature differences between day and night . Even in...

Mount Kailash is renowned for its natural beauty and deep religious significance. It is located in Ngari Prefecture, a military-controlled border area in western Tibet. Due to its special location, travelers need several permits to visit Mount Kailash. Foreign travelers must obtain four permits: the Tibet Travel Permit, Alien’s Travel Permit, Foreign Affairs Permit, and Military Area Entry Permit. These permits are issued by different government departments, which makes the application...