Discovery of unique remains offers insights into an ancient culture

Find suggests habitation of high-altitude regions occurred at least 160,000 years ago

9th century artifact dated to the Tibetan empire

Discovery made near remains of 8th century Buddhist temple

Discovery may offer major insights into the spread of Buddhism in China

Sustaining a living tradition

Researchers shed light on history of ancient artifact

Foundation of pagoda dates back to a powerful monk and imperial patron

Priceless sculpture believed to date to 6th–7th century

Statue believed to date to the Ming dynasty

Local governments look to promote pilgrimage that visits 88 temples

Wooden bust of an arhat dated to 13th–14th century

Journal recounts experiences in Lhasa in the early 20th century

Copper coins believed to date to 300–400 CE