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Tibet - A Moment of Suspence - transporting animals on trail
Tibet - A Moment of Suspence - transporting animals on a narrow Himalayan Mountain trail by means of suspending two poles on ropes and man-handling the animal across. Date: 1907
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Chin Danger Dangerous Hauled Hauling Himalayan Himalayas Livestock Method Methods Narrow Pass Poles Precarious Risk Risky Rope Ropes Territory Tibet Transporting
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A Moment of Suspense: Transporting Animals on a Narrow Himalayan Mountain Trail, Tibet (1907) This evocative photograph captures a risky and precarious moment in the daily life of Tibetan people living in the remote Himalayan region. The image shows two men skillfully transporting a horse and other livestock across a narrow mountain trail using a traditional method of suspending two long poles on ropes. The steep and rugged terrain, coupled with the great heights, adds to the sense of danger and uncertainty. The men, dressed in traditional Tibetan clothing, appear focused and determined as they man-handle the animal across the gap, their expressions revealing a mixture of concentration and apprehension. The horse, with its large, expressive eyes, seems to sense the danger and tension, its ears pricked forward in fear. The scene is set against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayan Mountains, with their snow-capped peaks and lush greenery, emphasizing the stark contrast between the beauty of nature and the harsh realities of life in this remote and challenging terrain. This photograph offers a glimpse into the traditional transportation methods used in Tibet during the early 20th century, a time when the region was under Chinese and British influence. Despite the risks involved, this method of transporting animals remained a necessary means of survival for the Tibetan people, who relied heavily on their livestock for food, shelter, and income. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of people living in challenging environments, and the lengths they will go to in order to survive and thrive in the face of adversity.
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