Tibet

Tibet
PlacePlateaus and Plains

High-altitude region on the Tibetan Plateau

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Tibet

  • Plateaus and Plains
  • Dependent Territories and Autonomous Regions
  • Historical and Cultural Regions
  • Provinces, States and Regions

Tibet is a region in western East Asia covering much of the Tibetan Plateau and the homeland of the Tibetans. It is described as the highest region on Earth, with an average elevation of 4,380 m. Most of its historical area is governed by the People's Republic of China as the Tibet Autonomous Region and autonomous prefectures in several provinces. Tibetan Buddhism is the dominant religion and influences regional art, music, festivals, and architecture.

Region
Western East Asia, covering much of the Tibetan Plateau
Average elevation
4,380 m (14,000 ft)
Dominant religion
Tibetan Buddhism
Sources and credits

Sources and credits

Article
Tibet (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata
Q17252
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