Indian Tibet Tibetan India: The Cultural Legacy of the Western Himalayas
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Indian Tibet Tibetan India: The Cultural Legacy of the Western Hima...
Book Details
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Publisher: Niyogi Books
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Author: Niyogi Books
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Language: English
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Edition: First Edition
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ISBN: 9789383098934
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Pages: 244
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Binding: Hardcover
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Dimensions: 11.3 x 9.7 x 0.9 inches
About the Book
Indian Tibet: The Western Himalayas – Cultural Exploration is a captivating account inspired by the groundbreaking cultural expedition led by August Hermann France into the Western Himalayas in 1909. This journey marked the beginning of the region's denomination as 'Indian Tibet.' Author Niyogi Books takes the reader on an extraordinary journey through the remote, high-altitude valleys of this breathtaking region, which remained largely inaccessible until the early 1990s.
Through years of travel and exploration in the Indo-Tibetan border regions, the author documents the unique and remote areas that still house some of the last refuges of Tibetan and early Indian culture. With stunning photography and rare archival materials—many of which are seen here for the first time—the book paints a comprehensive picture of this fascinating land. The author not only captures the stunning landscapes but also brings to light the art, religion, and architecture that define the region's rich cultural heritage.
Drawing on both contemporary and historical textual and visual materials, this book examines the customs of various indigenous communities that continue to uphold their age-old traditions. These practices are increasingly being stimulated and revived by the influx of exiled Tibetans who have made this region their new home, giving rise to what is now known as 'Tibetan India.'
The book covers a broad range of topics, including the exploration of the Western Himalayas, the cultural exchanges between Tibet and India, and the rich Buddhist art influences across regions like Shimla, Spiti, Ladakh, Zanskar, and beyond. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the cultural, historical, and architectural heritage of the Western Himalayas and the cross-cultural influences between India and Tibet.
