<span style="color: #222222;">In Ladakh, Thankgka is an art &nbsp;form that is &nbsp;an integral part of the religious rituals of the Ladakhis. It is closely associated with Buddhism. On the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of All India Radio, Leh, AIR correspondent reports on the Thangka Art of Ladakh. According to historians, Thangka art entered Ladakh from Tibet.<br />”<br />”In this form of art, only gods and goddesses of Buddhism are painted. Over centuries, in Ladakh certain families have continued this traditional art as heritage.<br />”<br />”However, anyone interested can also learn the art with the help and guidance of an expert in Tangka Art. This art is now taught in Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS) as well.<br />”<br />”Artists need lots of patience to learn and draw Thangka as the art involves long processes right from collection of canvases to colours from nature in Ladakh itself.<br />”<br />”Right from the preparation of canvas, making of colours and the final drape on finished Thangka, Thangsham has to be made by hand only. Thangka arts have to follow prescribed mathematics and measures. &nbsp;<br />”<br />”Depending on the art work and size the cost of the Thangka ranges from few thousands to lakhs in rupees.&nbsp; Every Monastery will have different sizes of Thangkas. Huge Thangkas are displayed on special occasions and monastic festivals. The biggest Thangka in Himalayan region, of Amitabha, is in Ladakh.&nbsp;</span><br />