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A Journey to Lhasa and Central Tibet

Sarat Chandra Das

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A Journey to Lhasa and Central Tibet by Sarat Chandra Das is a remarkable travel and exploration narrative that offers a rare and invaluable glimpse into one of the most secluded regions of the nineteenth-century world. Based on the author's extraordinary expeditions, the work documents his experiences across the rugged landscapes, remote monasteries, and culturally rich regions of Tibet.

Blending careful observation with scholarly insight, Das provides detailed accounts of geography, local customs, religious practices, and the daily lives of the Tibetan people. His journey, undertaken under challenging and often perilous conditions, reveals both the physical hardships of travel in the Himalayan region and the deep cultural significance of the places he encountered.

The narrative stands as both an adventurous travelogue and an important historical record, contributing significantly to early knowledge of Tibetan society and Buddhist traditions. With vivid descriptions and firsthand experience, the author brings to life a world that was largely unknown to the Western audience of his time.

A Journey to Lhasa and Central Tibet is essential reading for those interested in exploration literature, Himalayan history, and cultural anthropology, offering a timeless account of discovery, endurance, and cross-cultural understanding.
Disponible desde: 24/06/2026.
Longitud de impresión: 347 páginas.

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