Jeykundo Horse Race & Festival (Yushu Chinese) before Jyekundo EarthquakeHELP VICTIMS OF THE EARTHQUAKE IN TIBET- This devastating earthquake took place in eastern TIBET, a remote mountainous region at 14,000ft. Approx. 97% of the people living here are TIbetans who work and live as farmers, herders,nomads and are deeply connected to the land, environment, and the many Buddhist Monasteries surrounding the area- - - This earthquake is devastating for the tragic loss of life as well as the profound effect it is having on the Tibetan way of life. In this video clip, you will see local people and nomads (so many who have perished) who traveled from all over the region for this annual summer gathering. This vast plain known for its beauty and the summer festival and celebrated horse races, is now being used to provide temporary shelter for survivors of the earthquake. Nearby monks have been performing ancient Buddhist rituals and prayers for the benefit of both those who have died and for those who are suffering. Thus far 2,000 people are reported to have perished and over a month since the earthquake,tens of thousands of survivors are in shock and in need of shelter, food, water and medical supplies.
