Varanasi, formerly known as Kashi or Banaras, is widely regarded as one of the oldest cities on the planet. This city, famous ...

Once inside, travelers report being awestruck by the architecture as well as the Tibetan art that's on display throughout the premises (Potala features 698 murals and nearly 10,000 painted scrolls).

Rain and snowmelt have seeped into temple buildings ... The colors and style of painting are not typically Tibetan. Rather, they seem influenced by techniques from as far west as Byzantium.

Staying true to its role as a cultural melting pot, the Hexi Corridor was where both Tibetan and Han Buddhism flourished. A ...

Performances may take place in public squares or temples (or, today, on stage), with the centre ... This multifaceted representative of Tibetan art and cultural heritage also acts as a bridge among ...