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Mapping the Tibetan World - Online (PDF) Ver.
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Mapping the Tibetan World: Nepal - Online (PDF) Ver. |
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Price $7.95
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(Softlock proteced File: 497kb)
Mapping the Tibetan World: Sikkim & Bhutan - Online (PDF) Ver.
Explore the mountains and monasteries of these remote Himalayan kingdoms and discover the rich Tibetan cultural heritage of Sikkim, Bhutan and surrounding areas. Discover where and when Bhutanese 'Tsechu' and Sikkimese 'Cham' festivals are held, follow the Thimphu shopping guide for colorful local handicrafts, ride the 'Toy Train' to Darjeeling or visit the seat of the Karmapa Lamas at Rumtek Gompa.
*Including 20 detailed Sikkim & Bhutan maps, Bhutanese and Sikkimese festival guide and sections on Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Arunachal Pradesh and Kolkata (Calcutta).
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Price $7.95
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Mapping the Tibetan World: Sikkim & Bhutan - Online (PDF) Ver.
(Softlock proteced File: 503kb)
Mapping
the Tibetan World:
Ladakh & Zanskar - Online (PDF) Ver.
From an audience with the Dalai Lama, through the Spiti & Lahaul valleys to the Ladakhi capital, Leh & trekking around the remote villages of Zanskar & Nubra, this guide takes you on a voyage of discovery into this mysterious, seldom travelled area known as "Little Tibet".
*Including 28 detailed Ladakh & Zanskar maps, Ladakhi festival guide and comprehensive trekking and cultural information.
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Price $7.95
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Mapping
the Tibetan World:
Ladakh & Zanskar -
Online (PDF) Ver.
(Softlock proteced File: 396kb)
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Mapping the Tibetan World
The guidebook
