Author: State Council Information Office
Language: English
ISBN/ISSN: 7801137353
2002; Hardcover;290*275mm;191 pages, full color photos

This album looks at Tibetan costumes and ornaments that embody the long history and culture of various ethnic groups living in Tibet. It is in six chapters: Features of costume and ornaments; Costume and ornaments of various localities; Official garments; Monks’ garments; Costumes and ornaments worn in Tibetan operas and dances; and Modern Tibetan fashions. The book comprises a text of 20,000 Chinese characters and 160 color photos.