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Lost Treasures of Tibet
URL: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/tibet/

Description:
This site is a companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) NOVA program about restoration efforts for ancient Buddhist murals located in the monastery of Thubchen in the remote Himalayan kingdom of Mustang. Features an interactive tour of Mustang, information about restoration methods and results, and clues about deciphering Buddha imagery. Also includes a teacher's guide and a program transcript.

Publisher:
WGBH Educational Foundation

Extra Keywords
Nepal Lo Monthang gompa

Library of Congress Subject Headings:
Buddhist art and symbolism
Mural painting and decoration, Tibetan -- Conservation and restoration
Mustang (Nepal)

LII Database Information:
Record 5649 created by Sybil Finemel on 04/26/2004
Last modification on 04/27/2004
Published: 04/26/2004  
Funding agency: California State Library
LII Item ID: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/5649