Rock Art Research
PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS OF ‘COUNTING INSCRIPTIONS’ IN BUDDHIST GROTTOES IN THE CHHOSER AREA, UPPER MUSTANG, NEPAL
(1)
Uniersity of Warsaw, Faculty of Oriental Studies
(2)
University of Warsaw, Faculty of Archaeology
Abstract
The main purpose of this article is to provide a preliminary analysis of the inscriptions found in two previously undescribed grottoes in Upper Mustang, Nepal. The inscriptions probably aided in counting prayers, mantras, or time. The analysis provides a basis for further research and is an important addition to this area’s existing body of research.