High Asia is an independent, non-profit center dedicated to researching and advancing the history, culture, literature and struggle for freedom and dignity of Tibetans and the peoples on the roof of the world. High Asia is a registered organization based in New York City. High Asia’s goal is to disseminate information, analysis and creative expression through print, the Internet, film, music, art and other forums to give expression to the views and aspirations of the peoples of High Asia. The center hopes to encourage critical thinking and constructive action on issues relating to this important but generally overlooked area of the world.
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Upcoming Monthly Book Club
House of the Turquoise Roof
Dorje Yudon Yudon Yuthok
Book Discussion on May 29 2026
Location: Ngatso Cafe - 39-08 63rd St, Woodside, NY 11377
This frank and thoughtful autobiography of Tibetan noblewoman describes life in upper class Lhasa society before the Chinese invasion. The author possesses an insider’s view of the highest government circles - both her father and her husband were cabinet ministers - as well as a novelist’s sensitivity for the revealing detail that brings this fascinating past to life.
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