@tibetinhistory _ Monks and Tibetan government officials walk down the steps of the Potala Palace for the conclusion of the Torkya ritual, which takes place in front of the palace. The audio was added later for reference, but it gives an idea of how the ceremony would have sounded. _ The Torkya figure is created to attract and represent negative forces and obstacles. It is then thrown into a large bonfire known as the “wisdom fire” symbolizing the wisdom that purifies and consumes all negativity

@tibetinhistory _ Traditional Tibetan incense is crafted from a blend of natural herbs, spices, and aromatic woods like juniper and rhododendron. In the Himalayan regions of Nepal, particularly in villages near the Tibetan border, communities predominantly follow Tibetan Buddhism or a mix of Tibetan Buddhist practices and ancient indigenous traditions. _ Incense plays an important role in daily spiritual life. It is burned during religious ceremonies, meditation, prayer offerings, and to purify