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Thangka Paintings and Sikkim's Heritage Art as a Pillar of Cultural Identity in Tourism
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Author(s): Lazey Doma Bhutia (Taylor's University, Malaysia)and Rupam Konar (Taylor's University, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 14
Source title:
Balancing Mountain Tourism, Cultural Heritage, and Environmental Stability
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Marco Valeri (Niccolò Cusano University, Italy), Amrik Singh (Lovely Professional University, India), Pankaj Kumar Tyagi (Chandigarh University, India)and A.K. Haghi (University of Coimbra, Portugal)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-8764-1.ch035
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Abstract
This chapter will explore the convoluted relationship between Thangka paintings and heritage tourism in the mountainous region of Sikkim, India. Thangka paintings, a traditional Buddhist art form, serve as cultural artefacts and tourist attractions, playing a critical role in preserving Sikkimese cultural identity. Through a detailed examination of the art's history, religious significance, and evolving role in the tourism industry, the chapter will present an analysis of how heritage tourism can support the sustainability of local culture.
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