Journey To Lhasa And Central Tibet

Journey To Lhasa And Central Tibet is a travelogue written by Sarat Chandra Das, a Bengali scholar and explorer who embarked on a journey to explore the remote regions of Tibet in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of his travels, starting from Darjeeling in India, through the Himalayas, and finally reaching Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet.The book is divided into three parts, with the first part describing the journey from Darjeeling to Lhasa. The second part focuses on Das's experiences in Lhasa, where he spent several months studying the Tibetan language and culture. The final part of the book recounts Das's travels through central Tibet, where he visited several monasteries and encountered various Tibetan people.Throughout the book, Das provides a vivid description of the landscapes, people, and customs of Tibet, as well as his own observations and reflections on the country and its people. He also documents his encounters with various Tibetan officials, including the Dalai Lama, and provides insights into the political and religious dynamics of Tibet during the late 19th century.Overall, Journey To Lhasa And Central Tibet is a fascinating account of a pioneering journey into one of the most remote and mysterious regions of the world, and provides valuable insights into the history and culture of Tibet.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.