Prayer flags

Nepal.

Tibetan prayer flags atop mountains and flying high above cities are some of the most mesmerizing, beautiful sights we’ve encountered throughout our trips to Nepal. The colored flags flutter in the wind, always moving like confetti dotting the sky. And although their beauty is hard to ignore, they mean much more to the people of Nepal than simple decor. The prayer flags are an important part of their culture. The colors, the words they bear, and their location all symbolize more than just…

Flags.

Those flaps in the air suffice to feel our culture. Tibetan prayer flags are the thumbnail of Buddhist culture; they flutter free with the wind high in the sky. It is a strong belief for these bring goodwill, prosperity, and peace. Prayer flags are seen strung on the trails towards Gumbas and peaks high in the Himalayas. These reverential flags emit blessings and compassion among beings, Learn How to hang prayer flags like a pro #prayerflags #howtohangprayerflags

Meaning of prayer flags

Prayer flags have been around for thousands of years, but today’s fiber artists are putting their own spin on the ancient tradition. A growing number of artists are using these small but meaningful flags as an outlet for expressing their hopes, dreams, and concerns—and the design possibilities are endless. You can use shibori techniques, sun printing,…

Thamserku (21,729ft) rises in the background

"A prayer flag is a colourful rectangular cloth, often found strung along trails and peaks high in the Himalayas. They are used to bless the surrounding countryside and for other purposes. Prayer flags are believed to have originated with Bon. Traditional prayer flags include woodblock-printed text and images. These Tibetan Prayer Flags are made of Velvet and are printed with Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra. These Prayer Flags are the medium ones in the variation and are best suited for small…

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