What Is China Really Doing In Tibet? (#163)

Hope you enjoyed the brief tour of Tibet. I think I have one more video from China and that's a wrap -- see you in the next one.

I think some comments can explain why foreigners should be restricted from entering Tibet. There are too few ordinary tourists like Tommy, and too many people like those comments try to provoke political conflicts. — — I didn't expect this comment to receive so much attention, so I want to say a few more words. My college roommate was a Tibetan from Lhasa. I learned about the terrorist attacks in Tibet in 2008 from him, which was far worse than what I saw on TV. Since then, the government has restricted foreigners from entering Tibet in order to stop terrorist infiltration. However, as you can see, foreigners like Tommy can still travel in Tibet. Although I can feel that his political views are not consistent with those of the Chinese government (to some extent, even the opposite), he treats all people equally and friendly. He does not aggressively "preach", trying to impose his views on others, or inciting others to hurt others. I think such foreign travelers will be welcomed throughout China, at least I really like Tommy. Although I may not agree with some of his political tendencies, I can feel his friendliness and kindness, which is enough. Everyone has their own political views, and there is no need to force consensus. The most important thing is harmony and friendliness.

Great Video, Tibet is always amazing, People are wonderful!!!!

我在西藏待了超過18年，如果你跟我一樣經歷過2008年的暴亂。你就會明白爲什麽需要限制某些人進入西藏。 當年的事情，太恐怖了。

Thanks for making this video. My wife is tibetan and she really enjoyed seeing you explore.

Wow, the people there really do seem to be genuinely super friendly!

been lived in Australia for a decade as a Tibetan, thank you for introducing my home place to the world, thank you

Hi, I watched your video in five minutes and noticed some misunderstandings. ”民族路” should not be translated as ethnicity road, it means similar to national road. Also in China ethnicity doesn’t have similar inference as in American context. In China ethnicity is a positive word, there is a song in China called “56 ethnicities” and almost everyone knows it. It is not your fault but those are the roots as why cultural misunderstanding is so significant.

Ah, perfect timing for my weekly youtube session! Love your videos. I used to travel for several years myself, and your videos inspire me to do it again some day.

Great to revisit Tibet with you in this video. Thank you. My last time was 20 years ago. Things have changed, physically and many things are unchanged. May all beings be happy.

Tommy your smile when you said Tibet has the loveliest grannys made me smile too and tears just came out of my eyes unexpectedly... As a Manchu Chinese I've always been fascinated by the diverse culture we have across the nation and I so do hope the preseverance of ethnic cultures will gain more attention. Living in the US for a long time I feel quite sad that I have never been able to actually visit more places back home, especially truly culturally unique places like Tibet. Seeing you interacting with locals lovingly and peacefully, trying to learn their language with another non-native language you learned, exactly like how I imagined the future world would be when I was young, caught my emotions unguard. Watching this video after an entire day of being forced to consume madness on the internet makes me want to pick up meditation again. Thank you so much for the content brother.

Thanks Tommy. Seems like I haven't seen a video from you in a while. Now there are a few available. As always you provide great entertainment. I find your videos actually uplifting.

Another fascinating video Tommy. Please keep them coming.

Feels like a completely different world in Tibet. Very quiet and peaceful environment.

This was great. Your frustration is understandable, yet you handled your visit well. Thanks for giving us the tour.

Brother you made me cry from tears of joy . I like how you captured everything without saying much .

TASHI delek . Such a beautiful video. Thanks you so much .

Thanks for uploading and sharing us this wonderful video. I love Tibet

Any foreigner that visits Tibet will find it very different from what Western media has portrayed. You can say the same thing for any city in China.

That’s quite a video u made there .I was just cruising though the YouTube videos and your video got my attention . Really liked the way you presented ❤ simple yet a strong and brave one