In The Heart of the Himalayas, you arrived at the luxury resort of Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa to find a copy of Lost Horizon by James Hilton in your elegant room. This is the legendary story of Shangri-La, a paradise for travellers high among the Himalayas – and the inspiration for the hotel's brand. On the cool patio of the Lodgers Lounge, overlooking the city and majestic mountains, you enjoy a cup of tea while reading the book.