Introduction to Local Specialties in Medog, Southern Tibet & What Local Products Are Available

As for police escorts, police officers act according to traffic regulations and cabinet resolutions.Motuo stone pots have a long history, dating back to the Neolithic Age. In ancient times, people used stone as cookware, preparing food with containers, utensils, and spoons all made from local materials.

Motuo stone pots have a soft texture and come in grayish-white or grayish-brown colors. They have advantages such as fast heat conduction, non-stick surfaces, and no color change.”

“We ourselves are also quite puzzled, as we have already received many calls for inquiries today.

Namcha Barwa, which means "flashing snow like fire" or "sky-piercing spear" in Tibetan, also refers to the "soapstone" on the cliffs, carved into pots using primitive knives.

The magical quality of Motuo stone is quite legendary. Locals can carve the stone like mud with a steel knife, but once taken out of Motuo, the stone becomes as hard as steel. Why Motuo stone has such properties remains unknown.

The raw material for the Medog stone pot is a rare natural soapstone, which is soft in texture. The pots are mainly in gray-brown and grayish tones, bucket-shaped, 2–3 centimeters thick, and vary in size. Large pots are about 30 centimeters in diameter, medium ones around 20 centimeters, and small ones about 10 centimeters.The room rates for check-in on May 1 and check-out on May 2 at this hotel are generally between 700 and 900 yuan, and there are also several city-view king-size rooms available for around 400 yuan.Soapstone pots and chopsticks made of ebony are among the few items that can be transported out of the mountains.

Qinggang mushroom:

The Qinggang mushroom is a delicious edible fungus that commonly grows under Qinggang trees in the forested areas of Milin County, with relatively high yields.

The fruit ripens between June and August.

Locals usually eat them raw with chili sauce, and they taste crispy and delicious.According to research, qinggang mushrooms are rich in various vitamins and amino acids, making them both delicious and nutritious natural green foods.

Chemaer:

This is an ethnic custom formed by the Tibetan people over a long period of historical development.The “Qemaer” is placed in a specially made “bowl.”Ebony Chopsticks:

A wooden bowl and a pair of ebony chopsticks—these are the only goods that can be produced and processed in Motuo County. The people of Motuo, living deep in the mountains, still lead a life almost completely isolated from the outside world. They maintain their livelihoods using primitive slash-and-burn farming methods and live in poverty.Patterns of various flowers, ivory, and gemstones are carved on the "bowl" board, with some also featuring the moon and stars.

The “bowl” has one compartment filled with mixed buttered tsampa, and the other compartment filled with wheat, both stacked in a pyramid shape. On top of both sides, a few stalks of wheat and green ears are inserted, with a flower or a butter-made “letter bead” (a beautiful flower) placed in the middle.

During the New Year, when you visit a Tibetan family, the elderly woman will first offer you “Qemaer.” People take a bit from the pile in the “bowl” and say “Tashi Delek” (which means good luck and happiness).

Tibetan carpets: Tibetan carpets are a highlight among various ethnic handicrafts in Tibet.Juyanjiu,Qinggangjunfuhanduozhongweishengsuheanjisuan,Shiyizhongjiweimeiyouyingyangdetianranlvseshipin.

According to research, Qinggang mushrooms are rich in various vitamins and amino acids, making them a delicious and nutritious natural green food.

Tibetan carpets come in various sizes and styles, including elegant and noble designs, rich and luxurious patterns, carpet-style, and tapestry-style, all of which can be considered artistic masterpieces.

Lhasa Carpet Factory is an authoritative enterprise producing Tibetan carpets. In addition to maintaining traditional handmade production, it has also introduced high-tech equipment such as computers for tasks like drawing and design.

Tibetan carpets are exported to Europe and America and sold throughout the mainland, making them one of the items you should consider buying when visiting Tibet.The “bo” is a specially made rectangular wooden box, divided in the middle by a wooden partition.Red rice is rich in starch and plant protein, which can replenish expended energy and help maintain normal body temperature. It also contains numerous nutrients, especially a high level of iron, giving it the effect of enriching blood and preventing anemia.Additionally, red rice also helps lower blood pressure and blood lipids. It contains monascasin K, which can prevent cholesterol production and offers excellent dietary health benefits.

Motuo Lemons

The unique climate conditions of Motuo make it a suitable place for growing lemons.Cangtanshishijiesandamingtanzhiyi,Yiqijingliangdezhizuo,Juyounongyuminzu,Zongjiaotesedetuan,Jiangjiumeixuedapeidezhuosewenmingyushi.

Tibetan rugs are among the world’s three most famous types of rugs, renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship, patterns rich in ethnic and religious characteristics, and aesthetically pleasing color schemes.

It has the functions of stimulating saliva and relieving summer heat and appetite, preventing cardiovascular diseases, clearing heat and phlegm, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, delaying aging, and inhibiting pigment deposition.

Motuo Organic Tea

Motuo's relatively isolated environment means this hidden gem has almost no industrial pollution sources, while its superior climate conditions provide fertile ground for high-quality tea cultivation.

Medog organic tea is produced and processed entirely by the local Monba and Lhoba people using strictly organic agricultural methods. No synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, plant growth regulators, or chemical food additives are used in the production process. The resulting tea has a fragrant aroma and bright infusion color, making it an excellent choice for gifts.Motuo Red Rice

Motuo Red Rice is a staple food favored by the local Monba and Lhoba people. Its outer layer is purplish-red, the core is red, the rice quality is good, and its nutritional value is relatively high. It has a slightly sour taste and mild flavor. It can be used for cooking rice or porridge, making soups or stews, and is also used as a raw material for local brewing of liquor.