Land of the Thunder Dragon: The Hidden Secrets of Bhutan
by Bradley Ennis
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About the Book
Nestled on the southeastern slope of the Himalayas, the Kingdom of Bhutan sits peacefully among rugged mountains to the north and the plains of India to the south. The Bhutanese have inhabited their tranquil landscape in the foothills of the Himalayas since 2000 B.C. Known by its people as Druk Yul or “Land of the Thunder Dragon,” Bhutan is a nation unlike any other. Since The Republic of China’s invasion and seizure of Tibet in the 1950’s, Bhutan has been a safe haven and refuge for many Tibetans seeking religious freedom and the opportunity to practice their Buddhist beliefs.
From ruins of ancient shrines to practicing Buddhist monasteries, the intense and rich heritage of Bhutan’s Buddhist culture is apparent in every corner of the kingdom. Because of its remote location and relative isolation from the rest of the world, Bhutan is often referred to as the world’s last Shangri-La. The government and general population alike are committed to sustaining the almost untouched wilderness and perfectly intact cultural heritage, which allows the Bhutanese people to live peaceful and simple lives.
From ruins of ancient shrines to practicing Buddhist monasteries, the intense and rich heritage of Bhutan’s Buddhist culture is apparent in every corner of the kingdom. Because of its remote location and relative isolation from the rest of the world, Bhutan is often referred to as the world’s last Shangri-La. The government and general population alike are committed to sustaining the almost untouched wilderness and perfectly intact cultural heritage, which allows the Bhutanese people to live peaceful and simple lives.
Features & Details
- Primary Category: Arts & Photography Books
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Project Option: Standard Landscape, 10×8 in, 25×20 cm
# of Pages: 142 - Publish Date: Dec 09, 2009
- Language English
- Keywords Land of the Thunder Dragon, Bradley Ennis, Bhutan, Portraits, Photography, Art, TIbet, Asia, Buddhism, Photojournalism, Student, Travel, Monks, Prayer, Religion
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