Importance of tibet

Tibet is a large, formerly autonomous region in China with a rich culture and history, especially with relation to Buddhism. After Communist, atheist China took control of Tibet, tensions stirred, causing a failed Tibetan uprising in 1959. The uprising upset the Chinese government further and prompted persecution of Buddhist leaders, which ultimately led to the Dalai Lama's decision to flee the country and create a government-in-exile in India. Today, the Dalai Lama and the thousands of students enrolled in his Tibetan schools in Dharamsala remain hopeful that someday an agreement will be reached with the Chinese government that will allow Tibetans semi-autonomy and religious freedom.