My Journey to Lhasa By Alexandra David-Neel

My Journey to Lhasa" by Alexandra David-Neel is a captivating travel memoir that chronicles her daring and secret journey to the forbidden city of Lhasa, Tibet, in 1924. Disguised as a Tibetan pilgrim, the French explorer, writer, and Buddhist scholar undertook an arduous trek across harsh Himalayan terrain, enduring extreme weather, hunger, and the constant threat of discovery by Tibetan authorities. Her account provides rich insights into Tibetan culture, religion, and daily life, making it both an adventure story and an anthropological treasure. David-Neel’s fearless determination and deep spiritual connection to Tibet shine through in this extraordinary tale of perseverance and discovery.