The High and Mighty Tibetan Plateau

My sensors picked up the highest altitude in the world. Being on the plateau was a unique experience due to its vastness, yet extreme ruggedness. The topography varies from snow-capped peaks to low lying valleys. The area is covered with tundra, shrublands, and grasslands. The culture here is also unique; it is rich in spirituality and traditions. I learned that this area is home to the Dalai Lama and once was an independent country. The geological composition is also unique; it is considered to be one of the world's largest terrestrial carbon stores. I compared this place to other high-altitude areas I have visited like Mount Everest and found that the differences lie in its vastness and biodiversity.