Central Asia And Tibet V2: Towards The Holy City Of Lassa (1903)

Central Asia and Tibet Volume 2: Towards the Holy City of Lassa (1903) is a travelogue written by Sven Anders Hedin, a Swedish geographer, explorer, and writer. The book is part of a two-volume series documenting Hedin's travels through Central Asia and Tibet in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this volume, Hedin describes his journey towards the holy city of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. He starts from the city of Kashgar in Central Asia and travels through the Pamir Mountains, the Karakoram Range, and the Himalayas. He encounters various obstacles and challenges along the way, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and hostile tribes. Hedin provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters during his journey. He also discusses the political situation in the region, including the British and Russian influence in Central Asia and Tibet. The book includes numerous illustrations, photographs, and maps that enhance the reader's understanding of the places and people Hedin encounters. It is a fascinating account of a journey through some of the most remote and challenging regions of the world, written by a skilled and experienced explorer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.