A Journey to Sertar" follows Lion on the Road team members as they embark on a journey to a remote Tibetan village named Sertar. The road to Sertar is under construction and the journey is a bit of a shaky experience as they don't have a car. Along the way, they encounter a small village and eventually arrive in Seda after three days. Sertar Village, located in Sichuan Province, China, is known for its Larung Gar Buddhist Institute, one of the largest Tibetan Buddhist institutes in the world. However, despite its significance, visiting Sertar Village as a foreign tourist can be challenging due to limited access and restrictions imposed by the Chinese government. Foreigners may face difficulties obtaining the necessary visas and permits to enter the area, and they may also be subject to strict surveillance while they are there. In addition, language barriers and cultural differences can make it difficult for foreigners to fully understand and appreciate the cultural and religious significance of the village. The highlight of the village is the Buddhist college where the monks live and pray, but the main reason why people visit Sertar is to witness an incredible sky burial ceremony. The Tibetan people believe in letting nature take its course with the body after death, rather than preserving it. Sertar is the only place in the world where they still perform the traditional act of cutting the dead body. The travelers will learn about the story behind this practice and its significance to the Tibetan culture.

A Journey to Sertar" follows Lion on the Road team members as they embark on a journey to a remote Tibetan village named Sertar. The road to Sertar is under construction and the journey is a bit of a shaky experience as they don't have a car. Along the way, they encounter a small village and eventually arrive in Seda after three days. Sertar Village, located in Sichuan Province, China, is known for its Larung Gar Buddhist Institute, one of the largest Tibetan Buddhist institutes in the world. However, despite its significance, visiting Sertar Village as a foreign tourist can be challenging due to limited access and restrictions imposed by the Chinese government. Foreigners may face difficulties obtaining the necessary visas and permits to enter the area, and they may also be subject to strict surveillance while they are there. In addition, language barriers and cultural differences can make it difficult for foreigners to fully understand and appreciate the cultural and religious significance of the village.
The highlight of the village is the Buddhist college where the monks live and pray, but the main reason why people visit Sertar is to witness an incredible sky burial ceremony. The Tibetan people believe in letting nature take its course with the body after death, rather than preserving it. Sertar is the only place in the world where they still perform the traditional act of cutting the dead body. The travelers will learn about the story behind this practice and its significance to the Tibetan culture.

Sertar - Tibet - China

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