Thangka

Region – Laddakh, Himachal Pradesh

This Thangka painting depicts Green Tara (Khadiravani Tara), the Buddhist deity of enlightened activity and compassion. She is central to the composition, shown in her characteristic green hue, seated in a posture of royal ease with her right leg extended. She holds the stems of two lotus flowers that bloom at her shoulders, symbolizing purity and the power to overcome all worldly obstacles.

Surrounding the central figure are the 21 Taras, each representing a specific aspect of her protective and liberating energy