What to Buy in Tibet

It is said that a trip to Tibet is never complete without a shopping spree.
Tibet has vast and rich variations of local arts and crafts. Tibetan
carpets, carvings, local snacks, as well as Buddhist items are available
for visitors. So it could be said that Tibet is a great place for shopping.
For visitors to Tibet, there are an uncountable number of specialties for
them to choose from.
What to Buy
Thangka: A thangka is a Tibetan scroll painting that has strong ties to
Buddhism and features distinctive ethnic flavor. They have been
popular in Tibet for centuries. Some Thangkas are charming portraits of
a Buddha, some are colorful representations of Tibetan customs, and
some are portraits of the history of Tibet. Thangka paintings can be
made using a wide variety of techniques: silk tapestry with cut designs,
hand painted, color printing, embroidery, brocade, and pearl inlayed.
Tibetan Crafts: Normally crafted from such raw materials as gold,
silver, copper, wood, bamboo, as well as bones, Tibetan crafts are not
only useful, but aesthetically pleasing. Tibetan silver crafts make great
souvenirs from Tibet. Tibetan silver ornaments make use of precious
stones like agate, rubies and sapphires, and are usually carved with
Sanskrit.
Tibetan Carpets and Textiles: Woven with bright and harmonious
colors, Tibetan carpets are durable and beautifully crafted. The hand
woven, Tibetan woolen Pulu cloth comes in many colors and is used for
making clothes, shoes, and caps. It is incredibly warm, as well as
beautiful.
Tibetan Knives: For Tibetan people, knives are not only a tool and a
weapon, but also an adornment. It is a time-honored traditional
handicraft that is an integral part of Tibetan's daily lives. This is
especially true of knives carried by Tibetan women that tend to be more
decorative and delicate. They are particularly famous for their intricately
designed silver sheaths.