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- Unexpected GiftsA Christmas story about a Christmas gift that gave two strangers a friendship.
- Beijjing to Kathmandu a Journey to the Rooftop of the WorldAfter weeks of anticipation, I finally got to accomplish one of my dream of visiting Lhasa and then traveling on through the region to Mt Everest's North Base Camp at 5,545 meters (18,192 ft),
Tsering Woeser - Mother, Wife, and Voice of a NationBorn in Lhasa and now living in Beijing, Tsering Woeser is the most influential blogger on the Chinese occupation of Tibet.
Lhasa, Tibet: Trip Planning Suggestions for First Time VisitorsWhat follows are suggestions for first time visitors on what to see and where to stay while in Lhasa, interspersed with a few caveats.
Nazis in Tibet? HIMMLER'S CRUSADE Tells WhyIndiana Jones found Nazis in Tibet and that's based in fact...fact described in this book.
Walk for Tibet and Human Rights in FloridaThis is an article about a walk for Tibet beginning in Florida and ending in West Palm Beach.
Children's DVDs and Movies -- Beauty of 'Seven Years in Tibet'In "Seven Years in Tibet," a self-serving Austrian played by Brad Pitt escapes from prison and winds up in Tibet, where he befriends the young Dalai Lama and experiences spiritual rejuvenation.- Taiwan's Walk for TibetThis is a short article about Taiwan's plan to walk the whole island for TIbet.
- Tibetan Jewelry as Expressions of Empathy to Tibet SituationTibetan jewelry may soon be considered artifacts, if the current situation of the Tibetan people is prolonged. Let's go back in time a bit to find out how a peace-loving country has been thrown in the midst of chaos.
- Why Does China Want Tibet?History reveals that after the Chinese eliminated their Manchu rulers, China turned around and decided to do to the Tibetans the exact same thing the Manchus were doing to the China.
Traveling to Tibet: Information for TouristsTibet's highest peak features no less than the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest. it stands high at more than 29,000 feet above sea level. Interestingly, the lower peaks of Tibet are still part of the highest peaks in the world.- Tibet's FreedomA poem about the majestic flag of Tibet.
- Gyantse, the Third Largest Settlement in TibetGyantse may be a small dusty town but it is the third largest settlement in Tibet and famous for its carpets. Usually only visited by people en-route to Nepal it really is well worth making a stop over.
- The Liberation of TibetA short commentary on the role of China during the liberation of Tibet.
What Will Happen to Tibet After the Dalai Lama Dies?Tibetans will have to hang on in exile until a day in the future when they can return to Tibet without fear.- Explore Lhasa, the Exciting Capital of TibetSince the seventh century, the capital of Tibet has been Lhasa, and anyone wishing to explore Tibet will find Lhasa a good introduction to this intoxicating country.
Nepal: Tibet Uprising Anniversary Exposes Growing RiftTibet Uprising Day, observed on March 10 every year, marks the violent crackdown in 1959 by Chinese authorities after Tibetan protesters launched protest against their presence in Tibet.
The Tibet Nepal House Restaurant Offers Pasadena's Most Exotic Ethnic FoodThe feeling of peaceful serenity embraces you as you waft into the only Tibetan restaurant in Pasadena, The Tibet Nepal House. The sound of mantras and sacred meditation music softly playing is meant to soothe you.
The Eightfold Path of Leading Change by DesignHere are the eight principles of The Noble Eightfold Path, contrasted with the practices of a change manager and the principles of a Designer of Change.- Adventure Trekking TibetTibet travel includes adventure trekking in Mount Everest, pilgrimage trekking tour to Mount Kailash, monastery travel in Namchang. Also details about the altitude of trekking areas in Tibet and the best time for trekking in mountains and hills.
- China and TibetChina's growing global clout and Tibet's diminishing chances for independence.
- Monks and Nuns from Tibet Learn ScienceThis article takes a look at Tibetans learning things like Galileo's law of motion, neurons, and the Big Bang theory.
Lost Horizon: Frank Capra's Tibetan Shangri-La as Depression Era Utopian DreamNew waves of pro-Tibet sentiment, current global economic downfall, and the search for hope, Frank Capra's film Lost Horizon relevant again.- Orville Schell's "Virtual Tibet":Schell writes about Hollywood romanticization of Tibet and about his observations of the making of "7 Years in Tibet"
- Why Tibet is Important to ChinaHere are several reason why Tibet is important to China.
- Pray for Tibet to Gain FreedomThe people of Tibet are in a "hell on earth" according to the Dalai Lama. He urges the world to speak out against China's control of Tibet. Prayers for the people of Tibet are needed. Pray for peace in Tibet and throughout the world.
Tensions Build Around Anniversary of Dalai Lama's Exile from TibetMarch 17 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Tibetan spiritual leader's flee from the Chinese to asylum in India. China has taken strong measures to prevent violence similar to the riots that marked this anniversary last year.- Tenzin Gyatso the Current Dalai LamaThis article talks about the early life of Tenzin Gyatso the current Dalai Lama.
- The Right of Self-DeterminationAn essay addressing violation of the right to self-determination throughout the world, with cited references.
- Human Sacrifice in Feudalist TibetThis is another look at pre-1959 Tibet and its social systems and customs.
Policy Paper Regarding the United States' Response to the China/Tibet ConflictThis paper outlines what I believe to be the best course of action to take in the ongoing conflict between China and Tibet.- Nepal's Tibet DilemmaNepal's Prime Minister Prachanda, during his visit to Beijing to attend the closing ceremony of the Olympics and meet with the country's leaders, said that Nepal wants to maintain a balanced relationship with both of its neighbors - India and China.
- Ancient Towers of TibetMysterious towers in Tibet are of unknown origin. A French philanthropist and amateur archeologist studies them looking for answers.
- An Insider's View of iTunes in ChinaThis article talks about the fact China has put up a firewall so that songs cannot be downloaded to iTunes. Read why....
The "T" Hand Sign for "Free Tibet" and How It'll Be the New Form of Protest at the 2008 Beijing GamesHand gestures have created more controversy than any sign, t-shirt or even words will ever say in protest. Now, through the Free Tibet Campaign, some athletes at the Beijing Games will risk everything to use a new T-shaped hand sign for "Free Tibet!"- China Divulges Partial Truth about Tibet as Olympics ApproachThe People's Republic of China now faces the considerable dual challenge of preparing to host the world's athletes and bearing the heavy weight of the world's scrutiny during the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- Why Does Tibet Riots Deserve More Media Coverage Than the Recent Chinese Earthquake?Tibet deserves more coverage, but not of the same old.
- Every Yuppie's New Crusade: China, Tibet and the OlympicsThe social and political attention that the touring Olympic Torch has received exceeds the awareness of and ensuing distaste of militarism. Is this just another bandwagon for a causeless generation?
Tibet's Struggle for Freedom Overshadows the OlympicsIt is almost time for the 2008 Summer Olympics. But will The People's Republic of China be able to overcome a dark secret?- Does a Free Tibet Truly Benefit Its People?A deeper look into the unlikely scenario of Tibetan independence
