A letter from himala to customers

A Letter to Our Beloved Global Friends

In the intricate interweaving of the vast sea of people and the boundless network, we are delighted to meet you! Welcome, dear friends from afar, to step into the authentic Tibetan cultural world meticulously constructed by Himala.

Tibetan culture is like a shining star on the plateau, originating from the ancient and mysterious civilization of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Going back to the Neolithic Age, hardworking and intelligent ancestors thrived on this land. The Karuo Site in Changdu and the Lajia Site in Qinghai bear witness to their busy lives engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry. The unique pottery and stone tools they crafted with their own hands not only met their daily needs but also sparkled with the radiance of aesthetic consciousness. Their reverence and adoration for all things in nature gradually gave birth to primitive religious beliefs, laying a profound spiritual foundation for Tibetan culture.

Tibetan culture boasts unique charm, shining brightly in multiple dimensions:

• The Soul of Religion: Tibetan Buddhism is deeply ingrained in the souls of the Tibetan people. Temples, as the strongholds of faith, carry the inheritance and continuation of culture. The curling smoke of the traditional incense-burning ceremony (Wesan), the turning of prayer wheels, and the grand Buddha-displaying and religious dance ceremonies during the Tibetan New Year fully showcase the charm of religious culture.

• The Splendor of Language and Script: The Tibetan language belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family, with a variety of dialects telling stories of different regions. As an ancient alphabetic script, Tibetan characters are like a cultural treasure trove, housing a vast amount of classics and documents.

• The Feast of Art: The heroic epic The Epic of King Gesar has been passed down for thousands of years. The exquisite Thangka paintings, lifelike Buddha statues, and the passionate Guozhuang and Xianzi dances are all testaments to the artistic creativity of the Tibetan people.

• The Legends of Architecture: The majestic Potala Palace stands atop the Red Hill. Its stone and wood structure tells the weight of history. The practical watchtowers, or “Diaofang” in Chinese, perfectly adapt to the plateau environment, fully demonstrating the wisdom of the Tibetan people.

• The Customs and Styles: The unique clothing culture, composed of Tibetan robes, aprons, and gorgeous jewelry, and the delicious food such as zanba (roasted highland barley flour) and butter tea exude the rich flavor of the plateau, highlighting a distinctive lifestyle.

• The Wisdom of Calendar and Arithmetic: The unique astronomical calendar and arithmetic system can accurately predict the changes of seasons, providing strong support for agricultural and animal husbandry production.

Every product of Himala originates from the holy land of Tibet, carrying the breath and warmth of the plateau. Since we insist on shipping directly from Tibet, the logistics may be a bit slower. However, please believe that this is to ensure that you receive the most authentic treasures from Tibet. We sincerely ask for your patience. During this process, we will be with you wholeheartedly and are always ready to answer your questions and solve your problems.

We look forward to joining hands with you to explore the infinite charm of Tibetan culture together!