Tibet Collection (#46)

Y Lakang, Sakyamuni Buddhas, Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan Mountain and Clouds. Himalayas, Tibet
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Tibetan Mountain and Clouds. Moon, Himalayas, Tibet
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Tibetan Mountain and Clouds. Sun Rise, Himalayas, Tibet
Nicky Brown / SpecialistStock

Tibetan Lady. Mountain and Clouds. Traditional Dress, Himalayas, Tibet
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Mountain Campsite. Mountain and Clouds. Himalayas, Tibet
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Traditional Building and flowers. Mountains. Himalayas, Tibet
Nicky Brown / SpecialistStock

Mountain River. Mountain and Clouds. Himalayas, Tibet
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River. Tibet
Nicky Brown / SpecialistStock

Tibetan White eared Pheasent - Xiongse Monastery - Tibet
BMD-236 Tibetan White eared Pheasant Xiongse Monastery - Tibet China Crossoptilon crossoptilon Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Tibetan Snowcock - with prayer flags in the distance - Tibet
BMD-235 Tibetan Snowcock - with prayer flags in the distance Tibet Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tibet prayer flags against the sun
BMD-231 Tibet prayer flags against the sun Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Yak - crossing river with snow covered mountains in background - Tibet
BMD-229 Yak - crossing river with snow covered mountains in background Tibet Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Great Crested Grebe - on nest - Lake Manasarovar - Tibet
BMD-226 Great Crested Grebe - on nest Lake Manasarovar - Tibet China Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Black-necked Cranes - on small lake - Tibet
BMD-225 Black-necked Cranes - on small lake Tibet Grus nigricollis Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Black-necked Cranes - graze on farm land - Tibet
BMD-224 Black-necked Cranes - graze on farm land Tibet - China Grus nigricollis Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bar-headed geese - Quinghai Tibet plateau - China
BMD-208 Bar-headed geese Quinghai Tibet plateau - China China Anser indicus (Latham) Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Horses - Tibetan landscape
BMD-183 Horses - Tibetan landscape Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

China - North eastern edge of the tibetan plateau
BMD-171 China - North eastern edge of the tibetan plateau Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Argali / Wild Sheep 4600m - Tibetian plateau
BMD-157 Argali / Wild Sheep 4600m Tibetian plateau Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mt Kailash - Tibet 6, 675m late afternoon light
BMD-140 Mt Kailash - Tibet 6, 675m late afternoon light Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Domestic Yak - High Plateau Tibet China
BMD-130 Domestic Yak High Plateau Tibet China Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cormorants - With young - Cormorants Island Lake Quinghai Salt Lake Tibet China
BMD-127 Cormorants - With young Cormorants Island Lake Quinghai Salt Lake Tibet China Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Tibetan Snowcock with stuppa/chortan - China
BMD-126 Tibetan Snowcock with stuppa / chortan - China China Tetraogallus tibetanus Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black necked Crane - Tibet
BMD-124 Black necked Crane - Tibet Grus nigricollis Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bar-headed Geese - With goslings - Lake Quinghai Tibet plateau China
BMD-123 Bar-headed Geese - With goslings Lake Quinghai Tibet Anser indicus Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pilgrims spin prayer wheels outside a monastery in the Bharkor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Panoramic view of the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The red flag of China flying in Potala Square on a stormy afternoon in front of the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Two Tibetan women praying, in front of the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Chinese flag to the right, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Modern shops line the Yutok Lam a street connecting the Jokhang temple to the Potala square, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Fisheye view from the roof into the main assembly hall, Drepung monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Pilgrims pour melting butter from their lamps into the yak butter lamps in the monastery, topping them up continually, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Meru Nyingba monastery, Bharkor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Woman circuits the inner Jokhang temple, walking the circumambulation pathway (Nangkhor), Jokhang temple, Barkhor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Image taken in 2006 and partially toned, dramatic clouds building behind the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Monks carrying umbrellas to shield against the sun, in front of the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Shaft of light falls on Tibetan Buddhist monks, Meru Nyingba monastery, Bharkor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Panorama showing the Potala Palace in the distance and a department store on a modern high street, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Panorama of dramatic evening sky over the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the red flag of China flutters over the Dalai Lamas former home, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Panorama of Tibetan Buddhist chapel at Drepung monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Water feature in front of the Potala Square lit up with neon blue lights in early evening, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Chinese stone lions outside the Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The red flag of China flies in front of the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Two women stop at a Buddhist shrine on the Lingkhor Lam, a traditional pilgrimage circuit around the city of Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Woman pays respect at Meru Nyingba Buddhist monastery, Bharkor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Woman adding yak butter from her butter lamp to those in the Buddhist temple, Meru Nyingba monastery, Bharkor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Man circuits the inner Jokhang temple, walking the circumambulation pathway (Nangkhor), Jokhang Temple, Barkhor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

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Tibet, a land of enchantment and spirituality nestled in the heart of Asia. With its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, it captivates the souls of all who venture into its realm. At the core of Tibetan culture lies Tibetan Buddhism, an ancient tradition that permeates every aspect of life. Monasteries dot the landscape, their golden roofs glistening under the sun's rays. The faithful pilgrims embark on arduous journeys along sacred trails like Kora, seeking enlightenment and solace amidst snow-capped peaks. Speaking of peaks, one cannot ignore the majestic Mount Kailash or Gang Rinpoche. Revered as a sacred site by multiple religions, this towering beauty stands tall in Ngari region's Gang-Tise Mountains. Its allure draws adventurers from around the world to conquer its formidable heights. As we traverse through Western Tibet's Transhimalaja region, we are reminded of Tibet's unique geopolitical status within China as an autonomous region. This mystical land is home to diverse ethnic groups who have preserved their traditions despite external influences. In our exploration of Tibetan artistry, we encounter stunning thangkas portraying Amitabha -the Buddha of Sukhavati- created centuries ago by unknown hands. These intricate paintings depict Bardo Mandala too -a representation symbolizing the period between death and reincarnation. Prayer flags fluttering against a backdrop dominated by Himalayan grandeur remind us that spirituality intertwines with nature here. They carry prayers for peace and compassion across vast distances while reminding us that Tibet shares borders with China to its east. The allure doesn't end there; Dharmachakra wheels spin tales about transmigratory existence on delicate paper scrolls crafted by skilled artisans' hands. History echoes through time as we glimpse at photographs from past expeditions attempting to conquer Mount Everest -Chomolungma- from both sides: North side near Rongbuk monastery and the South side in Nepal's Himalayas.