Tibetan rugs are authentic, hand-knotted carpets primarily made from high-altitude Tibetan highland sheep wool, known for its extreme durability, softness, and natural luster. Traditionally used in monasteries for seating or meditation (Kadian) and as saddle covers, these rugs feature intricate, vibrant Tibetan Buddhist motifs, such as dragons, lotus flowers, and the eight auspicious symbols, often displaying an abrash (subtle color gradient) effect