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Chamadao, Shechen Monastery, Ling Gesar Festival, held for the first time. Ling Gesar is the father of Tibet, who united all the tribes. He was born nearby. Todays dancing depicts him winning a horse race and hence winning the throne. Legend of Ling Gesar. Also, individual battles between his generals and forces of evil who they defeat thus unifying the country
Author: Michael Yamashita
©Michael Yamashita
Photo size: 24.4 Mpixels (69.8 MB uncompressed) - 6048x4032 pixels (20.2x13.4 in / 51.2x34.1 cm at 300 ppi)
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