Although Tamang people from Langtang are Buddhist but their shamans bombo as they are known locally, worship Mahadev (Lord Shiva) as their guru. Shamanism is very strong among the Tamang people of Langtang. Whether it is faith healing or protecting the house and family members from evil spirits Shamans come first and then the Lamas. This gallery has some amazing photographs of shamanic rituals performed regularly by the Tamang Shamans of Langtang. Downloading or re-publishing is strictly prohibited without permission.

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