What ten pieces of Tibetan jewelry should not be bought in Tibet?

1. Jewelry

Tibetan jewelry has pearls, agate, gold, silver products, etc., different Tibetan jewelry have different meanings, and the same kind of Tibetan jewelry of different styles mean different, but basically mean blessings. For example, the more expensive Tibetan dzi beads, "single-eyed dzi" represents wisdom, "two-eyed dzi" can bless the harmony of husband and wife, "three-eyed dzi" can bring wealth. Tibetan bracelets and rings are generally made of Tibetan silver, engraved with Sanskrit, with the role of warding off evil spirits and praying for blessings.

2. Cow bone jewelry

The yak is the best friend of the Tibetans, known as the wonderful sacred animal by the Tibetans, the cow bone as a unique decorations, primitive nature, rugged and bold, adding a wild charm to the wearer!

3. Tibetan knife

The Tibetan knife is a must-have for Tibetans, which can be used to cut meat, can also be used for self-defense, or a special ornament. Men's Tibetan knife is generally more rugged, sharp, women's Tibetan knife is beautiful, small. Exquisite silver sheath is the main feature of the Tibetan knife, the carving of the meticulous is unparalleled.

4. Mask

Tibetan masks are derived from the religion of a handicraft, known as "Ba" in Tibetan. Generally divided into "jumping god mask", "hanging mask" and "Tibetan opera mask" three. Jumping god mask pattern has ghosts and monsters, the protector of the gods, immortals, animal totems, etc., mainly in the temple in major festivals held on the jumping god ceremony used. Hanging masks are mainly a variety of God's figurative, such as the protector of the Dharma God, auspicious Goddess, horse-headed Ming Wang. Tibetan opera masks in the folk more, divided into blue masks and white masks, according to the Tibetan opera plot has a variety of characters face, such as the king, princess, immortals and monsters.

5. Thangka

A kind of scroll painting with a strong Tibetan flavor, most of the Buddha and Bodhisattva statues, but also some flowers and birds, landscapes and medicine, astronomy, wall charts. The styles are painted on cloth, brocade, embroidery, woof and appliqué.

6. serge

serge is the Tibetan translation, actually hand-woven tweed, black, red, green and other colors, is to do Tibetan clothes, Tibetan shoes, Tibetan hats, the main material, strong and durable, good warmth.

7. Tibetan carpet

Tibetan carpet is a traditional Tibetan handicrafts, the style varies according to local customs. There are carpets, tapestries and card mats in the style. Tibetan carpet weaving method is unique, the color is bright and harmonious, the carpet surface is soft and delicate, washing does not fade, durable, plus has a strong national color pattern pattern, so there is also a high appreciation of the collection value.

8. Tibetan incense

A good tourist souvenirs, Tibetans towards Buddha, exorcism, religious activities are used. Tibetan incense fragrance, put in the closet, not only clothing fragrance, but also anti-insects, some have a special composition of Tibetan incense can prevent and control infectious diseases, epidemics and so on.

9. Tibetan medicine

Tibetan people in the struggle with nature and various diseases, the formation of a unique system of Tibetan medicine, many Tibetan medicines for cardiovascular disease, tumors, and other diseases have a better therapeutic effect, "pearl seventy", "ZhiPan15 "(aka jiu a), "alpine snow lotus", "rhodiola rosea", "musk" and so on are valuable Tibetan medicines, which can be bought in general pharmacies or tourist stores. The Tibetan medicines can be bought in general pharmacies or tourist shops.

10. Religious souvenirs

The mention of Tibetan religion, people will immediately recall the local ethnic colorful Lamaism, and its mysterious and bizarre atmosphere. And the crafts related to the souvenirs, such as: the Bible tube, stone scripture plate, stone Buddha, etc., is to give a person a mysterious feeling of gravity, can be said to be a symbol of Tibet's long religious history.

Can't miss the food

1. Tsampa: the staple food of Tibetans. It is actually barley fried noodles.

2. Ghee Tea: a drink made from the thick juice of boiled brick tea, mixed with ghee and salt and heated.

3. Barley wine: barley wine is orange in color, sweet and sour in taste, and very low in alcohol.

4. Air-dried meat: a very characteristic food in Tibet.