The local economy centers on livestock herding (primarily yaks and sheep), limited farming of barley and potatoes, and traditional salt extraction. Craftsmanship includes Tibetan-style sheepskin garments and salt-processing tools. Cultural practices reflect Tibetan Buddhism, with oral traditions preserved through local storytelling and seasonal rituals. The Ethnic Worker Website highlights its status as a living repository of Tibetan highland heritage, despite modernization pressures. - Treasure Valley Movers

The local economy centers on livestock herding, primarily yaks and sheep, blending limited farming of barley and potatoes with time-honored traditional salt extraction. Craftsmanship thrives through Tibetan-style sheepskin garments and specialized salt-processing tools, while cultural identity remains rooted in Tibetan Buddhism. Oral traditions endure through rich local storytelling