Difference Between Nepal and Tibet

Last Updated : Sep 1, 2022 / By Sandeep Bhandari / Fact Checked / 3 mins

Nepal is a landlocked South Asian nation. It is located in the Himalayas, but also contains portions of the Indo-Gangetic Plain, and borders Tibet, China, to the north, and India to the south, east, and west, with the Siliguri Corridor separating it from Bangladesh, and the Indian state of Sikkim separating it from Bhutan.

Tibet is a territory in East Asia that encompasses much of the Tibetan Plateau and spans around 2,500,000 square kilometres (970,000 sq mi).

Comparison Table Between Nepal and Tibet 

Parameters of Comparison	Nepal	Tibet
Specification	Independent Country	Province under China
Religion	Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Sikhism	Buddhism, Islam, Christianity
Population	29,136,808	3,648,100
Famous Attraction	Mt. Everest, Birthplace of Gautam Buddha, Monasteries	Mt. Everest, Sacred Lakes
Official Language	Nepali	Tibetic or Bordic
Literacy rate	67.9 per cent	33.11 per cent

What is Nepal? 

Nepal is classified as a nation in South Asia. It is close to India and the Himalayan Mountains. Tibet is part of China, thus it is close to the Chinese.

Hinduism is the major religion in Nepal. Although Buddhism is a huge influence in Nepal, this religion has infiltrated the country's societal framework. As a result, you'll see Hindu and Buddhist temples coexisting in Nepal.

Nepali culture is a unique mix of more than three thousand years of Tibeto-Mongolian and Indian (Indo-Aryan) traditions. The outcome of a vast and diverse history of trading, migrations, and invasion has resulted in these effects.

Trekking seasons are April to May and late September to the end of October, whereas the tourist industry in the south of the nation is mostly concentrated between November and March.

What is Tibet?

Tibet is a province in East Asia that covers about 2,500,000 square kilometres and includes much of the Tibetan Plateau (970,000 sq mi).

Tibet's culture and way of life are intimately tied to its Buddhist religion, and religious practise is an important component of the everyday life of the typical Tibetan.

When Buddhism was brought to the plateau in the 7th and 8th centuries, it had the greatest impact on Tibetan culture, and it has evolved, according to geographic and climatic variations.

Travelling throughout the region is likewise restricted, and visitors must get permits for various locations that can only be obtained through a tour operator.

Main Differences Between Nepal and Tibet 

1. Travelling is allowed openly in Nepal, but Tibet has travel restrictions imposed by the Chinese government. 
2. Nepal is famous for Buddhist monasteries, while Tibet is famous for its sacred lakes. 

Conclusion 

While there are numerous similarities between Nepal and Tibet, there are also significant differences between these neighbours. These close locations are radically separate from one other, like chalk and cheese, partly due to the barrier of the Himalayas and partly due to the major impact of India on Nepal and China on Tibet.

Nepal and Tibet both consume Mt. Everest and it is a pride for them. Nepal is easy to travel for tourists along many base camps are set in Nepal for trekking and camping.

References

1. https://www.tibettour.org/nepal-tibet/tibet-vs-nepal.html
2. https://www.greattibettour.com/tibet-travel-tips/tibet-and-nepal.html
3. https://www.tibettravel.org/nepal-tour/are-tibet-and-nepal-same.html