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Ecology in Tibet: When will the speculation and controversy end?In response to claims that the Qinghai-Tibet Railway poses a threat to the Tibetan ecosystem, Qiangba Puncog, chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region government said, "As I have often mentioned, environmental protection during the railway construction taught me a lot."
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History of religions in Tibet >>>>Freedom of religious belief>>>>|
Religious organizations>>>>
 Over the long period of historical development, religious culture in China has become a component of traditional Chinese ideological culture. All religious organizations value the principle of making contribution in the service of society and people. |
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Monks>>>>
 "The religious activities were interrupted by riot in March, but they all have been resumed as the whole region has come into peace," said Dadrak Tenzin Gelek, a living Buddha. Monasteries had held religious events to pray for the peace of the world. |
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Temples>>>>
 The Potala Palace, built in the 7th century, is on the world cultural heritage list. Norbu Lingka, which means "treasure park" in the Tibetan language, was the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Sagya Monastery houses numerous classical books on Buddhism. |
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Tangka >>>>
 Tangka is the Tibetan word for art images created on rolls of silk or satin. The art form recreates Tibetan anecdotes or folk customs and images of the Buddha. It's an art handed down over a thousand years. It's listed as a part of China's Cultural Heritage. |
 Tourist Policy There are two main documents required for foreign tourists who want to travel in Tibet. |
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 Tour routes The unique natural environment of the Tibetan plateau give Tibet a strong cultural atmosphere. |
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