A delegation of some scholars on Tibetan culture and Living Buddhas in the Tibet Autonomous Region and Sichuan Province left here Saturday for a visit to the United States.

The delegation, organized by the Chinese Association for Cultural Exchanges with Foreign Countries, will conduct exchange programs with US relevant departments and organizations on Tibetan history and current situation, Tibetan culture and Buddhism, and reincarnation of living Buddhas as well as hold picture exhibitions on Tibetan social changes, people's life, religion and culture.

The delegation is headed by Professor Shesrabnyima, vice-president of the Central University for Nationalities.  

(Xinhua News Agency May 24, 2004)