Tibet Collection (#49)

Turquoise Lake, Tibet, China, Asia

Engine, New Railway station, Beijing to Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Metalsmith making temple ornaments, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Close-up of gold ornament on top of Jokhang temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Yamdrok lake, central area, Tibet, China, Asia

Yamdrok lake, Tibet, China, Asia

Exterior steps and entrance to the Tsurpu Buddhist monastery, seat of the Karmapa, at Nenang, Tibet, China, Asia

Exterior of tower at Yumbu Lhakang, the oldest dwelling in Tibet, in the Central valley of Tibet, China, Asia

North side of Mount Everest, from Rongbuk monastery, Central Tibet, Tibet, China, Asia

Doors to the hotel and tea-house at Tsedang, Tibet, China, Asia

Fields in the valley floor at Yumbu Lakang, Tibet, China, Asia

Monks cells in the Jokhang temple in Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Close-up of window architecture in a building in Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Detail of door in the Potala Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Drepung lamasery (monastery), Tibet, China, Asia

Occupied part of Drepung lamasery (monastery), Tibet, China, Asia

Long Zhu Que Dan, Ritu County, Tibet, China, Asia

The roof of Samye Monastery, Tibet, China, Asia

Yaks near Nyalam, Tibet, China, Asia

Monastery ruins between Xegar and Nyalam, Tibet, China, Asia

Tashillunpo monastery, Xigaze, Tibet, China, Asia

Gyanze (Gyantse), Tibet, China, Asia

View of Gyanze (Gyantse) from Gyangze dzong, Tibet, China, Asia

Samye monastery, Tibet, China, Asia

Gyangze Dzong (monastery), Gyangze (Gyantse), Tibet, China, Asia

Drepung monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The Barkhor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Yaks graze by Yamdrok Lake beside old Lhasa-Shigatse road, Tibet, China, Asia

Village beside river on Tibetan Plateau, Tibet, China, Asia

Morning on old Lhasa-Shigatse road, Kangtsang snow-peak in distance, Tibet, China, Asia

Dzong (fort) overlooking new town, Gyantse, Tibet, China, Asia

Palkhor Choide monastery and old town seen from dzong (fort), Gyantse, Tibet, China, Asia

Pango chorten in the Palkhor Choide Buddhist monastery, Gyantse, Tibet, China, Asia

Yak-drawn plough in barley field high on Tibetan Plateau, Tibet, China, Asia

Pilgrims in monastery courtyard, . Sakya, Tibet, China, Asia

Farmer going home near Tingri, Cho Oyu and Himalayas in distance, Tibetan Plateau, Tibet, China, Asia

Village in Ra valley above Tingri, Cho Oyu and Himalayas in distance, Tibetan Plateau, Tibet, China, Asia

Main hall, Drepung monsatery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Sera monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Monks inside the main prayer hall, Drepung Buddhist monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Pilgrims prostrating in front square, Jokhang Buddhist temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Main square in front of Jokhang, Potala palace beyond, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Shopping street in new Chinese district, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Gold roof on tomb of Panchen Lama, Tashilhunpo monastery, Shigatse (Xigatse), Tibet, China, Asia

Monks debate in main courtyard, Tashilhunpo monastery, Shigatse (Xigatse), Tibet, China, Asia

Path into Lha Chu canyon, on the kora, path round mountain sacred to Buddhists and Hindus, Mount Kailas (Kailash), Tibet, China, Asia

Buddhist prayer stones at sky burial site above Tarboche in Lhu Chu canyon, beneath sacred mountain, on kora route, Mount Kailas (Kailash), 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.