Butter sculpture in Tibet

July,28 2016 BY Master Catherine Jigme 0 COMMENTS

People who keep an eye on Tibet travel are always interested in Tibet culture not only the custom but also the art.

Butter sculpture is a unique art of the ethnic Tibetan group. And in Tibetan monasteries, lamas are assigned to learn this handwork and make butter sculptures on various occasions.

Butter sculpture in Tibet

According to the local custom, a splendid butter sculpture exhibition will be held on every Butter Sculpture Festival (January 15 on the Tibetan calendar) during the Losar dharma ritual.

Butter sculpture in Tibet

When evening falls on that day, Jokhang Temple will display all kinds of sculptures made of yak butter in the Buddha Hall, such as Buddhist statues, figures, flowers and trees, together with butter lamps to pray for peace and good luck.

About the Author - Master Catherine Jigme

With exceptional passion and outstanding leadership, Mrs. Catherine has dedicated herself to Tibet inbound tourism and China tour for 15 years. As one of the handful females who see great potential of Chinese inbound tourism, Catherine has made great contribution to promoting Tibet tourism and enhancing the employment of Tibetans and prosperity of local Tibetan community.

Over the years, she travelled overseas with Tibet Tourism Bureau many times to promote Tibet tourism. Currently, Catherine works as the marketing director of Tibet Vista, an opinion leader behind the whole team of Tibet Vista.

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