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Synopsis India and China are two ancient civilizations of the World. They have been friendly neighbours for thousands of years and have made great contributions for the welfare of mankind. In a history extending several millennia, a large number of eminent priests, monks and scholars from both sides have gone across deserts and mountains to establish valuable cultural bridges. Faxian, Xuanzang and Yijing are the pioneers of these cultural emissaries from China. In the modern times, Tan Yun Shan has trodden on the footsteps of these historical figures in extending and promoting the traditional cultural ties and friendship between the two great nations of China and India. The symbolism of Xuanzang has been used to highlight the spiritual input derived by Tan Yun-Shan from India, and his dedication and self-sacrifice in striving to synthesize spiritualism and materialism. Paying homage to this great scholar on the occasion of his birth centenary, this volume endeavours to weave a golden tapestry of Sino-Indian Cultural interface and synergy keeping a historical perspective of the time when Tan Yun-shan lived and worked.