Is there a charge for taking pictures in Tibet? Notes on photography in Tibet

Many people will encounter such a problem when they go to Tibet, that is, people will charge you for taking pictures. So today, Bian Xiao will talk to you about the cost of taking photos in Tibet, hoping to help you.

Is there a charge for taking pictures?

Personally, I think most Tibetans in Tibet are still very kind and simple, but as you asked, the phenomenon of charging for taking pictures mainly exists in scenic spots.

I can't say that the Tibetans in the scenic spot have gone bad. I can only say that Han people have learned too much about "darkness" because of contact. Eat mountains, lakes and livestock. However, it is also understandable that this is just a means for people to make a living.

If we investigate the cause of this incident, it may be that the local people only grazed normally at first, and the tourists insisted on taking pictures of other people's cattle and sheep, and finally stuffed some money. The local people tasted the sweetness and found that they might as well wait by the lake and enjoy the success of hard grazing. But this is only my hypothesis.

1. How to avoid it?

First of all, we know that animals such as cattle and sheep generally live in groups, and it is common sense that a cow or a sheep will not suddenly appear. If there must be human factors, people pose (the same is true for Tibetan mastiffs). You should avoid in advance, that is, don't easily photograph the artificially set animals in the scenic spot, especially the animals with clean fur and incongruity with the surrounding scenery. Because there must be a pair of eyes staring at you in the back, and when you are finished, open your mouth and ask for money.

2. What else can't be filmed?

Generally speaking, cattle, sheep, dogs, horses and other domestic animals in the scenic spot should not be easily photographed. Moreover, not only animals can't shoot casually, but also local adults and children can't shoot casually. They often put on clean and beautiful Tibetan costumes to have a panoramic view or shoot with people. If you shoot in unknown so, someone will ask you for money.

Of course, we should also pay attention to some things, such as a toilet on the mountainside of Balashankou, Yongcuogang, Yang Zhuo, which is charged! There is a stone tablet next to the toilet, which reads "Yang Zhuo Yongcuo", and it is also charged. Therefore, we should keep a correct attitude, and don't always take photos with adults and children with stone tablets of cattle and sheep, especially in scenic spots.

3. Where are these phenomena concentrated?

Generally concentrated in Zhaxi Peninsula in Namtso, near Yongcuo in Yang Zhuo, and famous passes (such as gambara Pass, Gatso Pass, Milla Pass, Sejila Pass, Nagen Pass, etc.).

This phenomenon is also concentrated in Lhasa, but it is different from the outside. Children and disabled people who kowtow in Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street in Lhasa should not take photos easily. They will drag you and ask you for money. The difference between them and devout believers lies in their eyes, which are devout and will not look around; And these people who "look in the mirror" for a living usually kowtow and look around to see who is taking pictures with a camera.

4. What should I do?

If you can't help but make a move and they come to you for money, you must remember the following points: (1) If you really make a move, you must admit it and don't conflict with each other; (2) start bargaining immediately. For example, if you pat your cow and you say 50, then I will say 10 yuan; (3) If you pay the money immediately, shoot more. Anyway, you paid the money, so let it go. Generally speaking, they won't argue with you anymore. 1 can shoot 10, 100 can shoot 10, allowing them to pose with you; Besides, it must be remembered that you should put some one-dollar change in your wallet.

5. How much is appropriate?

Generally speaking, taking pictures of cows, sheep, dogs or local residents at scenic spots is basically 10 yuan, which will not exceed 20 yuan, and the price can be bargained; For children and disabled people in Lhasa, one to five yuan can solve the problem.

6. Where should I shoot?

In the vast world outside the scenic spot, you can shoot as many as you want, regardless of the charge, because the people there are simple, you can shoot any livestock and chat with local shepherds. Of course, if you take photos with permission from others, remember to develop the photos and send them back to them as agreed.

Should I bring gifts to the local children?

This question has been asked countless times. I think most people who know Tibet will give the answer: no!

Why not suggest bringing gifts to local children? Let's start from the beginning.

1. Although Tibet is a poor area, it enjoys the highest welfare in the country.

As far as children go to school, from primary school to high school, not only the tuition fees are all paid by the state, but also the miscellaneous expenses such as eating and sleeping are funded by the state. In other words, children can go to school for free whenever they want. There is no such thing as spending money on pens and books, because there is no need to spend money at all.

Bringing things to local children will only harm them.

Many people who have been to Tibet know that as soon as they arrive at scenic spots or on the road, children will come to pick up the car door or hold their thighs and ask you for money. Are they really short of money? No shortage. Their parents may earn more than you.

Why do children want money from you? Because parents know that dressing them up in rags can get sympathy and money. If you give them candy, they don't care, they just want money. Because in their young minds, they know that when they reach out, there will be candy, toys, notebooks and money. And their parents will not let them go to school, because they earn more money if they don't go to school. This is a vicious circle.

3. Who is the culprit?

Yes, don't look at others, it's you!

You think that your love is overflowing, and your love for the virgin Mary is soaring. You don't earn much money, so you want to save the world.

But in fact, the tourist routes taken by ordinary tourists (including National Highway 3 18) are already rich in golden road. On the contrary, tourists' "virgin bitch" behavior has nurtured children's love and efforts since childhood, and even stopped cars on the road. At an early age, they are no different from robbers.

What you don't know is that the real lack of medical care is the western and northern parts of Tibet with inconvenient transportation and poor living conditions. They are not only short of money, but also need winter clothes and old quilts. If there is really love, it can be left to local drivers in the future, and drivers will take it to remote areas such as Ali and Naqu for distribution.

4. how to solve it?

Control your heart.

You are not a virgin, you are just an ordinary tourist. What tourists need is local people to work and get paid. If they give more, they will get more. If they don't give enough, they will get less. Anyone who asks for money without paying will be ignored.

I forgot that you are from a developed coastal area. You are neither the Education Commission nor the Ministry of Civil Affairs. You are just an ordinary tourist.