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New train Lhasa to Nyingchi
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Silk carpets

Silk carpets
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Country : Tibet TAR

The famous silken carpets mainly from the north west China provinces are very popular and available in varied hues and designs.  Look out for these beautifully handcrafted carpets to put away as one of your souveniers from a trip to the area. The delicately woven carpets make a nice piece and most likely a topic of conversation!

 

In Lhasa, the streets around bustling Barkhor Square surrounding the Jokhang temple offers myriad of options.  Always check a couple of vendors before making your decision.

 

Or in Xining, the provincial capital of Qinghai, streets around the main market offers many varieties of these exquisitely handcrafted rugs.

 

Enjoy the beauty of a silken carpet!