History of Tibetan Palaces and Temple

Description

History of Tibetan Palaces and Temples

Author: Editorial Board

Order No. CPG102

ISBN-13: 9781921099885

Binding: Paperback

Publisher: CPG-International/Encyclopedia of China Publishing House

Pub Year: 2009

Language: Simplified Chinese and English

Size: 4.5 x 8.25

Page: 164

Price: $14.95

History of Chinese Civilization, a series of bilingual books, will win over its readers with interesting and inspiring historical facts and stories, told in accurate yet vivid, simple yet thought-provoking words. With carefully chosen and arranged texts written both in Chinese and English, the books will help both westerners and Chinese readers learn more about the language as well as the history and culture of China. Many colorful illustrations throughout the series will give readers a better understanding of those facts and stories, which tell them about not only history but also how to learn from history.

History of Tibetan Palaces and Temples explains the ways in which Buddhism influenced Tibetan architecture. In Tibet, all of the temples and palaces, such as Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Ramoche Temple, Samye Monastery, Sakya Monastery, and Ganden Monastery, are marked by a strong religious and mystic flavor that is typical of Tibet. Tibetan architecture and the precious relics inside encapsulate the unique political regime, religious culture, and social customs of Tibet.