About Central and Northern Asia – Himalayan, Steppe, and Siberian Traditions
From snow-capped peaks to open grasslands and Arctic coasts, the heart of Asia pulses with sacred vision and nomadic artistry. Tibetan thangkas unfurl cosmic realms on silk, shaman drums echo ancestral rhythms, and petroglyphs speak from ancient stones. Here, Buddhism, Bon, shamanism, and Silk Road legacies intertwine in prayer flags, felt rugs, ritual masks, and illustrated epics. This inclusive heritage, characterized by journeys through the Himalayas, Central Asia, and Siberia, preserves deep spiritual wisdom, environmental harmony, and the enduring ingenuity of mobile life. A crossroads of faith and craft, its arts resonate far beyond mountain passes and tundra winds.