Publisher Description

Ten world-renowned  acclaimed  timeless Himalayan : Portrait of a Kingdom is a rare and contemplative journey into the soul ofa country where nature, tradition, and spirituality are deeply intertwined. Bhutan: Portrait of a Kingdom is the result of an extraordinary project undertaken underthe patronage of Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck. Over the course of ayear, ten internationally recognized photographers travelled across Bhutan, each duringa different season, to capture the country's landscapes, traditions, and spirit throughtheir unique lenses. The book also features texts by Matthieu Ricard and Pico Iyer, aswell as exclusive photographs taken by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar NamgyelWangchuck. Together, these contributions offer an intimate and timeless portrait of akingdom where heritage, nature, and harmony are deeply intertwined. A journey into the heart of Bhutan. With more than 300 richly illustrated pages, this bookoffers a unique immersion into one of the world's most preserved kingdoms. Throughthe lens of ten internationally acclaimed photographers, including Steve McCurry,Vincent Munier, Matthieu Ricard, and Michael Yamashita (National Geographic), Bhutanis revealed across the seasons, between grand landscapes, living traditions, andmoments of everyday life. This exceptional art book, printed with remarkable care andpresented in an elegant clothbound hardcover is more than just a book, it is a preciousobject to offer — an invitation to travel and contemplation, to discover a mythical land inthe heart of the Himalayas.** Disclaimer: This title is published with 12 different cover designs. For orders placedvia online retailers, cover selection will be supplied at random. **

Details