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Tibetan mountain spirits

By Christina Hu
August 28, 2009
multimedia | religion | spirits | Tibet

 

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.

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Aug 29, 2009
12:09 am UTC

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

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Aug 30, 2009
6:39 am UTC

Beautiful photos.

Posted by Shii | Report as abusive
 
Aug 30, 2009
1:43 pm UTC

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

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