The most beautiful sights in Lhasa
The best of Lhasa
Lhasa, as the most important Tibetan city, offers one of the most important monuments in the whole world – the Potala. In addition to the impressive Potala, you can visit a number of other interesting monasteries here. The historic center of the city itself is also picturesque.
Potala Palce
The most famous monument in Tibet
Potala Palace is the unmistakable symbol of Tibet in the capital of Lhasa. It is also a monastery and the former palace of the Dalai Lama. This huge building has 13 floors and includes monumental tombstones of the Dalai Lamas continue reading
Monastery of Sera
One of the three most important monasteries in Tibet
Sera Monastery (3,700m above sea level) is one of the three most important university Gelupka /Buddhist School/ monasteries in Tibet. It is located just a few kilometers from the center of Lhasa, so it is very accessible. The monastery is relatively large (400×500 meters) and there are really a lot of monks. In addition, from here you can go on a semi-illegal hike to the mountains above the monastery for beautiful views. continue reading
Norbulingka
Summer residence of the Dalai Lamas
The Dalai Lama's summer residence, Norbulingka, is more than 2.5 kilometers from Potala along busy roads. It is actually a park with lakes surrounding a small castle. Thanks to its importance, it is included in the UNESCO list. Entrance to the complex is relatively expensive continue reading
Jokhang Temple
The Most Holy Temple of Tibet
The Jokhang Temple, located in the historic center of Lhasa in Barkhor Square, is considered to be the holiest temple of Tibet. Together with Potala palace, it is the most remarkable monument of Lhasa continue reading
Palpa Lupuk Monastery
Monastery at the sacred mountain Chokpori
One of the very nice buildings in Lhasa is the Palpa Lupuk Monastery stuck on the rock of the sacred mountain Chokpori. In addition, it offers a very nice view of the Potala. continue reading
Old Lhasa
The historic center of Lhasa
Old Lhasa is the historical center of Lhasa and basically such a center of Tibet. It is located around Jokhang Square. The famous Barkor pilgrimage circuit is located here . All the historic houses have the same pleasant architecture with lots of windows and a white facade. continue reading
