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Glimpses of Buddhism

Young ani (nun) from Shugseb monastery. These courageous women have been the subject of
persecution by the Chinese authorities for their outspoken support of
Tibetan freedom and independence. Young ani (nun) from Shugseb monastery.
These courageous women have been the subject of
persecution by the Chinese authorities for
their outspoken support of Tibetan freedom and independence.

Credit: W. Spiegelman

Mountain hermitage of Longchenpa.
This is a retreat used by the great Tibetan
Buddist scholar and meditation master, Longchenpa.

Credit: W.Spiegelman Enjoying butter tea. Credit: Matjaz Vrecko

Lamas chanting mantras. Credit: Matjaz Vrecko Lamas chanting mantras.

Credit: Matjaz Vrecko