Many of the 15th century monasteries of Mustang (pronounced moo-tahng) are crumbling due to weather, water damage, age, and dirt. The above NOVA special chronicles the struggle, joy, and enlightenment, when Western art and architectural specialists collaborate with a Tibetan culture that has been untouched for thousands of years.
One of the fascinating things I learned from this program is that to Tibetan culture, there is no such concept as art for art's sake. In the 15th century, artists did not sign their work. Nor do they today. This is not due to a selflessness or lack of regard for recognition; it is simply considered to be unnecessary. Art is a part of daily life in Tibet, to be lived with, and embraced.
The most profound of Buddhist teachings-that of impermanence, becomes a living idea in this documentary, as Tibet meets West in the world of art and culture.
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