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Lhasa attractions center around Tibetan Buddhism of which Lhasa is the capital. The Potala Palace, home of the divinely chosen Tibetan ruler (the Dalai Lama) for centuries, is quite unlike anything else the world has to offer. Buddhist monasteries, temples, hermitages and nunneries surround the city. Barkhor Street is the circuit for pilgrims.
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Tourist Attractions in Lhasa
Gandan Monastery 4.87/5
Ganden Monastery was founded in 1409 by Tsongkhapa, the originator of the Gelugpa, or Yellow Hat, branch of Tibetan Buddhism. It is one of the three principle Gelugpa monasteries in the Lhasa district. Ganden is listed as one of Tibet' s cultural relics, under the special protection of the State. During the T... more about Ganden Monastery
Potala Palace 4.84/5
The world famous Potala Palace is located on Moburi (Red) Mountain, to the west of old Lhasa. It is a huge treasure house of materials and articles from Tibetan history, religion, culture and art. The palace is widely known for the precious sculptures, murals, scriptures, Buddha statues, murals, antiques, and... more about Potala Palace
Jokhang Temple 4.73/5
Located in the center of old Lhasa city, Jokhang Monastery is the prime seat of the Gelugpa (Yellow) Branch of Tibetan Buddhism. It was originally built in 647 AD. It is said the site was chosen personally by the wife of King Songtsan Gampo, the Tang Princess Wen Cheng. The princess perceived Wutang, a lake i... more about Jokhang Temple
Drepung Monastery 4.70/5
Built in 1416, Drepung Monastery is the first of the three principle monasteries of the Gelugpa School of Buddhism. Gelugpa, or Yellow Hat, Buddhism is the branch followed by most Tibetans, and the most influential figure in this faith is the Dalai Lama. Drepung Monastery used to be the living quarters of Dal... more about Dreprung Monastery, Lhasa
Sera Monastery 4.66/5
Sera was the last of the three principal Gelupka, or Yellow Hat, Buddhist monasteries to be built in Lhasa. Sera has been listed as one of the China's National Cultural Relics since 1982. Sera Monastery is located about five kilometers north of the Jokhang Monastery in Lhasa. It was completed in 1419, under t... more about Sera Monastery
Romache Temple 4.62/5
Ramoche Temple is second only to Jokhang Temple in religious importance in Tibet, and is often called "Little Jokhang Temple". It is located in North Lhasa City, about a kilometer from the Jokhang. Ramoche has a long history, and was founded at the same time as the Jokhang. Throughout history ... more about Ramoche Temple, Lhasa
Norbulingka 4.58/5
Norbulingka was built in 1755 and became the place where the successors of the seventh Dalai Lama dealt with affairs, held celebrations, spent the hot summer, rested and conducted religious activities. Norbulingka is the largest man-made garden in Tibet. The garden covers an area of 46 acres (19 hectares) and... more about NorbuLingka
Barkhor Street 4.56/5
The Barkhor (pilgrims’ circuit) is found in the heart of Lhasa encircling the Jokhang Temple. It was built about 1,300 years ago, and it developed with the Jokhang Temple. It dates back to the foundation of the Jokhang and is an essential pilgrim route. In the past, it was a designated circumambulation... more about Bakhor Street
Canggu Nunnery
Summary Canggu Nunnery is the only Buddhist nunnery in the old city of Lhasa (the area around Barkhor Street). Overview Canggu Nunnery has unique tradition and style. It is an ideal place for female Buddhists as well as women in society to learn about Buddhism and knowledge. Many influential figures were n... more about Canggu Nunnery
Pabonka Hermitage
Summary It is one of the most ancient Buddhist sites in Tibet. Overview Pabonka Hermitage is an anceint retreat founded by Songtsän Gampo in the 7th century. Part of Sera Monastery, it is about 8 kilometres from Lhasa in the Nyang bran Valley on the side of Mount Parasol. Pabonka Herm... more about Pabonka Hermitage
Hi Peiyi, I suggest that you consult your doctor for suggestion. In Tibet, you need to pay attention to your physical condition, giving time to acclimatize to the altitude to avoid altitude sickness. Do not run or do strenuous exercise, and take effective measures to prevent sunburn, drink lots of water and rest well especially on the first day of arrival. See Altitude Sickness. Traveling to Tibet with chronic sickness, hypertension or if you have heart disease is unwise. If you have a cold or fever, it is not advisable to go to Tibet, as they can easily turn into pneumonia, which can be fatal in low-oxygen highland areas. See here for more tips travel in Tibet:http://www.chinahighlights.com/tibet/travel-tips.htm
Hi Ida,
Regarding your inquiry about the Canggu nunnery, I am afraid there is no guesthouse in the nunnery, but there are a lots of guesthouse near the Barkhor Street, please find detailed information at: http://www.chinahighlights.com/hotel/lhasa-hotels/barkhor-street-hotels/
Hope it helps.
Dear Marianunzia,
The painter is hung over a rope with a painting bucket in the waist against the exterior of the Potala Palace to paint the exterior. By the way, I'm sorry to say that we don't have this kind of photos. I hope you would be satisfied with my answer.
There is no rule said the attractions would be forbidden to visit except sometimes the goverment give the order.
For more details feel free to ask me.
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