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15:38 August 28th, 2009

Tibetan mountain spirits

Posted by: Christina Hu
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Every summer the green hills of Rebkong are home to unique celebrations during which local Tibetans believe the mountain gods visit villagers — and each other — through human mediums.

Reuters photographer Christina Hu documents the celebrations in the multimedia presentation above. To read the full story click here.

3 comments so far

This is very interesting and informative. Many questions I have had has been answered. thanks

- Posted by ngiri chavis

Beautiful photos.

- Posted by Shii

What a great series. It reminds me of being in Kham. After viewing your set, I would like to visit Rebkong.

- Posted by Conway Liao

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