The Decade-long Journey to Recreate Tibet’s Earliest Guidebook
Researcher Matthew Akester walks in the footsteps of the past
Mapping Lhasa: Visualizing a City over Time
Professor Karl E. Ryavec maps the ancient capital
Staying Mindful on Election Day
Three meditation teachers share their advice
The Demoness of Tibet
The captivating story behind a symbolic depiction of the land
Five Ways to Become a More Mindful Family
Practicing mindfulness as a family can become a joyful experience
Don’t Blame It on the Rain
Shift your perspective on stormy weather by taking cues from Himalayan art and culture
Overcoming Obstacles
Celebrating the beloved god Ganesha
Views of Tibet: A Preview of Monumental Lhasa
Rare historical images of the holy city’s landmarks
One Family, One Thousand Years of Spiritual Wisdom
The legendary Khön family has deep roots in Buddhism
Positive Thinking Day
Living with positive energy is a choice
Iconic Animals in Himalayan Art
These creatures are more than just pets
Gai Jatra Festival
A celebration of life, death, and renewal
In Your Dreams: Buddhist Sleep Practices
Achieve enlightenment while you sleep
Gathamuga Festival: Helpful Spirits and Fertile Skies
The annual ritual to impregnate the skies
Six More Fascinating Instruments You Might Not Have Heard Of
Discover instruments popular in the Himalayas
Six Fascinating Instruments You Might Not Have Heard Of
Discover instruments popular in the Himalayas
That’s What S/he Said
Revelations from artist Genesis Breyer P-Orridge
Beyond the Pose
Surprising connections between yoga and Himalayan art

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