Tibet Collection (page 9)

Group photo of Tashi Lama and polo players, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

Group photo, Tashi Lama with four men in western clothes, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan

Resting at the top of Tangla (Tanggula Tangla, Tanglha, or Dangla) mountain range, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force

Kalimpong bazaar, West Bengal, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

View near Rinchenpong, West Sikkim, India, entering the Chumbi Valley, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside

Street scene in Rhenock, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

Frozen waterfall at Dota, ten miles from Phari, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

View of Kalimpong cemetery, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

The Dalai Lama's House at Kalimpong, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

Kalimpong Church, Kalimpong, West Bengal, India, near the Tibet border, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside

First view of Gyantse town, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Dochu Lake and Mount Jomolhari or Chomolhari, on the border between Tibet and Bhutan, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force

The Ammo Chu, a river between Tibet and Bhutan, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

Mount Jomolhari or Chomolhari, on the border between Tibet and Bhutan, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside

Transporting the mail, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

View of Chumbi village, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Waterfall near Gangtok, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

Road to Nathula, a mountain pass in India, near Tibet, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences

A frozen waterfall at Dotha, near Phari, in the Chumbi Valley, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan

People on a wheel at Gangtok, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

Chassa Goombah (Chatsa Gompa), station of the Lama of Phari, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan

Chinese at Dochu, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Street scene in Dochu, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Guan battlefield, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Tuna bungalows and Mount Jomolhari or Chomolhari, on the border between Tibet and Bhutan, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military

Summit of Tangla mountain range (Tanggula Tangla, Tanglha, or Dangla), from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside

Tangla (Tanggula Tangla, Tanglha, or Dangla) near Phari, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences

Scene at Phari, Yadong County, on the Tibet border, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

View of the Ammo Chu River at Chumbi, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

View of the town of Phari, Yadong County, on the Tibet border (the building is a Dzong, or fortified monastery), from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which

British Military Campaign to Tibet - Phari Dzong
View of the town of Phari, Yadong County, on the Tibet border (the building is a Dzong, or fortified monastery), from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which

Phari post office, the highest in the world (15, 000 feet), in Yadong County, on the Tibet border, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British

Scene at Phari bazaar, in Yadong County, on the Tibet border, with Mount Jomolhari or Chomolhari (2400 feet) in the distance

British Military Campaign to Tibet - Gantsa, Tibet
View of Gantsa, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

View of Gantsa, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

British Military Campaign to Tibet - Ammo Chu River
Ammo Chu River, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Ammo Chu River, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

View of Lingmethang plain, Bhutan, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

British Military Campaign to Tibet - Chumbi Valley
View of the Chumbi Valley, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

View of the Chumbi Valley, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Soldiers at Chumbi village, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Chinese soldiers marching at Chumbi, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa

View of Changu Lake (aka Tsomgo, Tsongmo or Changgu Lake), a glacial lake in East Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British

Sepoys entering Chumbi, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Yaks at Chumbi, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Looking back on Nathu La Pass, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

View from the top of Nathu La Pass, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

Approaching Nathu La Pass, Sikkim, India, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

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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.