March 2008 Tibet protests: photos

Spring 2008 saw the largest uprising in Tibet since 1959, as thousands of Tibetans took part in over 100 separate protests across Tibet. Below you will find photos from the Tibtean uprising, divided into areas where protests took place.
For background on the protests, click here.
For the 2008 uprising video wall, click here.



Labrang
















Machu








 


Rebkong

 









Bora






 

Media trip to Labrang











Kirti



Drepung

  


 

Graphic photos of the dead at Kirti monastery

Free Tibet also obtained graphic photographs of the bodies of protesters who had been killed during the troubles.
These protesters have clearly been shot and these pictures are very detailed.

Please be advised of the nature of these pictures and use your discretion when clicking on the link below.

Graphic pictures 

 


Read about the 2008 Tibetan uprising here
Watch video news reports of the uprising here

 

These photos, submitted by photographers keen to celebrate the rich and diverse culture of Tibet, show the stunning beauty of the Tibetan landscape and people.

 
 

Tibet supporters across the world often stand up to voice their support for Tibetans and to join them in demanding freedom, as seen in these protest photos.

 

Following the Tibetan uprising of 2008, the Chinese authorities were keen to ensure that the fiftieth anniversary of the 1959 uprising passed quietly.

 
 

Enter this section for photos and videos of various Tibet related news and events.
Click here for photos
Click here for videos