Tibet Collection (#50)

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

Prayer flags on top of low pass on Barga Plain, with Mount Kailas (Kailash) beyond, sacred mountain for Buddhists and Hindus, Tibet, China, Asia

Yak herd on foreshore, sacred lake Manasarovar (Manasarowar), Kailas (Kailash) region, Tibet, China, Asia

Landscape including Chiu Gompa beside Lake Manasarovar on the Barga plain with Mount Kailas (Mount Kailash), sacred to Buddhists and Hindus behind, in Tibet, China, Asia

Gully erosion and alluvial fan on hillside 500m high, Nyainqentangla Mountains, Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan Buddhist pilgrims prostrating in front of the Jokhang temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Approach to Mount Everest, Tingri, Tibet, China, Asia

Pango Chorten, Gyantse, Tibet, China

Monks outside the village of Sakya in Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan script carved in rock face, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Mount Shishaoangma, 8038m, Tibet, China, Asia

Gyantse Dzong Fort, Tibet, China, Asia

The Dzong or fort at Gyantse in Tibet, China, Asia

Ganden Palace, Drepung Monastery, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Pilgrims prostrating, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The Pango chorten at Gyantse in Tibet, China, Asia

Mt Everest 8848m and Rongbuk Monastery, Himalayas, Tibet, China

The Potala Palace and reflection, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Steps up to the Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Detail of main door, Potala palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan nomads camp near Tingri in Tibet, China, Asia

Ganden Monastery, Tibet, China, Asia

Buildings at Ganden Monastery near Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Road up to Ganden monastery, Tibet, China, Asia

Mount Everest, 8848m, Tibet, China, Asia

Buddhist prayer flags, Samye monastery, Tibet, China

Young boy silhouetted against sky at dusk, Tibet, China, Asia

Avalokitesvara, the Bodhisattva of compassion, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Tashilhunpo (Tashilunpo) Monastery, Shigatse (Xigaze) (Xigatse), Tibet, China, Asia

Pilgrims prostrating outside the Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Monks at the Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan Buddhist pilgrims prostrating outside the Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Two Tibetan Buddhist monks at Jokhang temple, with the Potala palace behind, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

The buildings at Tashilumpo monastery at Xigaze, Tibet, China, Asia

Detail, Potala palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Yaks on Tibetan pastures at 4000m, Sichuan Province, China, Asia

Khampas, Qamdo monastery, Tibet, China, Asia

Tibetan arable farmers villages, Qamdo, Tibet, China, Asia

Landscape east of Qamdo, Tibet, China, Asia

The Potala Palace, former residence of the Dalai Lama in Lhasa, Tibet, Asia

Buddhist pilgrims prostrating, Barkhor Jokhang Temple, Lhasa, Tibet, China

Lamas, Labrang monastery, Gansu province, Tibet, China, Asia

Burning evil at Losar (new year), Tongren, Qinghai, China, Asia

Derlong, Red Sect Monastery, at Jigzhi in Qinghai, 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.